Examined by an Atheist – Part Two
Several days ago, in conjunction with “Interview an Atheist at Church Day,” I began a conversation with Andrew Torres, a gentleman I’ve had the privilege to get to know recently. The series of Continue Reading
Examined by an Atheist – Part One
Atheist Andrew Torres asks probing questions about my Christian faith. This is a follow-up to my post a couple days ago in which I struck up a conversation with Andrew, in connection with Continue Reading
My Interview With an Atheist
Yesterday was “Interview an Atheist at Church Day.” In connection with that event, a gentleman who lives in the Olney, Maryland community contacted me with an opportunity to open a dialog with Continue Reading
Boston Marathon Terrorist Attack Reminds us of Both Good and Evil
My heart goes out to the people of Boston. At a time like this, the victims and their families need prayer, support, compassion, and encouragement. The Christian community needs to respond with love Continue Reading
Do Christians Who Commit Suicide Go to Hell?
The tragic suicide of Matthew Warren, the 27-year old son of Christian leaders Rick and Kay Warren, has called to the mind of many people in the faith community a centuries-long debate over the Continue Reading
What Does a Biblical Marriage Really Look Like?
What is a "biblical marriage"? What does a biblical marriage look like? In the Bible, there are many kinds of marriages. In fact, there are many kinds of romantic and sexual relationships in the Continue Reading
Debunking The Famous West Wing Bible Lesson: President Bartlet Builds a Straw Man and then Destroys it in Popular West Wing Bible Rant
In one of the most dramatic and enjoyable scenes of the hit television series The West Wing, President Josiah Bartlet (played brilliantly by famous actor Martin Sheen) humiliates a conservative radio Continue Reading
How to Avoid Bad Interpretations and Explanations of the Bible
"That's your interpretation. I have mine." I wish I had a dollar for every time I've heard that or something close to it. While it does signify the importance of knowing how to study and Continue Reading
Homosexuals and Hell: What Does the Bible Say About Gays and God’s Judgment?
"Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, nor thieves, nor Continue Reading
Amend the Bible? CNN’s Piers Morgan Says Bible is Flawed and a New One Should be Compiled
Time to amend the Bible? In a televised discussion with well-known American pastor Rick Warren, CNN's Piers Morgan says the Bible, like the Constitution, is "inherently flawed." Citing the Bible's Continue Reading