Eleven disciples saw Jesus Christ resurrected from the dead and “they worshiped him, but some doubted” (Matt. 28:17).1 This encapsulates the earthly sojourn for many followers of Christ. There is the undeniable reality of Christ’s resurrection. What was seen, heard, and felt was faithfully passed on to us. Yet, we are still prone to doubt. This … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 14: Dealing with Remaining Doubts about God
Does God exist? Part 13: Debunking the Claim that Christianity Made Up Stories About Their Divine Messiah.
Jesus posed the question: “Who do people say that I am?” The disciples answered by offering the response they were hearing in conversations. “John the Baptist,” “Elijah” or another prophet (Mk. 8:27-28).1 Everyone has got a mental picture of their own sort of personal Jesus. Today there are probably more conceptions (or misconceptions) of Jesus … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 13: Debunking the Claim that Christianity Made Up Stories About Their Divine Messiah.
Does God exist? Part 12: Vindication of Jesus Christ’s Claim to Being Divine
“Actions speak louder than words.” “Talk is cheap.” “Put up or shut up.” These expressions are stinging words intended to invoke a response. They call out someone to follow up their words with action. Those who are consistent in what they say and what they do are bestowed both honor and respect. Who cares about … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 12: Vindication of Jesus Christ’s Claim to Being Divine
Does God exist? Part 11: Jesus Christ Claimed to be God
All comic book superheroes have a vocation, which is to take their place as defenders of good in the battle against evil. One common motif found among these heroes is the taking on an alter ego, as in the cases of Batman (Bruce Wayne), Superman (Clark Kent), and Wonder Woman (Diana Prince). While in their … Continue reading Does God exist? Part 11: Jesus Christ Claimed to be God
Does God Exist? Part 8: Knowing and Showing the Bible is God’s Word
My mother loves me. That is something I know intuitively. I never really need a matrix of psychological, sociological, and physiological data points to know my mom loves me. I just know it intuitively. Nevertheless, knowing I am loved by my mom is still tethered to something real. She cooked my meals, washed my dirty … Continue reading Does God Exist? Part 8: Knowing and Showing the Bible is God’s Word
