God’s Nature in the Mundane
Published 8-29-2018 Mundane is a word with an interesting and varied meaning. Usually it connotes earthly, everyday, or commonplace as opposed to spiritual or heavenly. Sometimes it carries the meaning “not interesting.” Many, perhaps most, physical events surrounding us may be described as mundane. It is incumbent on us to see God’s work in the…
Read MoreLove Your Digital Neighbor as Yourself
Do you find yourself tired of negative comments on social media? Maybe you’ve made a few yourself. How would God have us use social media? What guidelines does the Bible provide? While today’s social media did not exist in the first century, Jesus communicated an important story that holds powerful lessons regarding what we post,…
Read MoreHow Do We Speak the Truth in Love?
Today’s politically correct culture encourages us to accept all views and beliefs as equally valid. However, the Bible clearly teaches there are many areas where right and wrong is not a matter of opinion. We are instead commanded to speak God’s truth. In Ephesians 4:15, the apostle Paul teaches believers are to “speak the truth in love.” Rather than giving in to social pressure, we are to stand firm regarding our Christian convictions. Yet many have questions regarding the best way to proceed in this area. How can we speak God’s truth in love?
Read More4 Ways to Speak the Truth in Love
Today’s politically correct culture encourages us to accept all views and beliefs as equally valid. However, the Bible clearly teaches there are many areas where right and wrong is not a matter of opinion. We are instead commanded to speak God’s truth. In Ephesians 4:15, the apostle Paul teaches believers are to “speak the truth…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Nature of God
Published 8-18-2018 What do we mean by “The Nature of God?” Do we clarify the meaning of God’s nature by studying and uttering esoteric, philosophical, academic, theological statements? Or may we understand the nature of God and get a grip on the notion with simpler, mundane observations? And what is the minimum age limit for…
Read MoreThe Influence of Technology on Bible Usage
The Barna Group’s “State of the Bible 2018” study focused on seven key findings regarding views of the Bible by American Christians. Of great significance is its findings on the use of technology to read the Bible. A close look reveals four key ways technology influences Bible usage among American today. Influence 1: Internet Usage…
Read MoreIs Abstinence Realistic?
Most people today seem to think that telling young people to wait for sex until marriage is unrealistic. But is it really?
Read MoreBirds–A Special Class
Published 8-8-2018 Fantasize with us: If visitors from a faraway planet were to visit our Solar System, what would be their impression of our planet ? If our visitors have sensory systems similar to ours, they would be impacted by the enormous multitude of life forms. To comprehend and catalog even a small part of…
Read MoreWhy Americans Attend Church: Data and Discussion
A Pew Research study released this week noted the top reasons Americans attend church worship services. The most common answers include: 81% attend to become closer to God 69% attend so their children will have a moral foundation 68% attend to “make me a better person” 66% attend for comfort in times of trouble/sorrow Interestingly,…
Read MoreWhat Does the Bible Really Say about Immigration?
Immigration has become a heated word in recent American politics. Some want to “build a wall,” while others desire to “open doors” for those who seek to enter the United States. During this political battle, some have turned to using Bible verses to justify both sides of the debate, even using the same verses to prove opposing views.
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