“Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist…” -Ephesians 6:14
Does it matter what you believe? These days, it’s considered unmannerly to tell someone they’re wrong, and if you do it on social media, you might even be “canceled.” Yes, there’s a time to bite your tongue, even if you know you’re right. (Seriously, does it really matter if you… Read More »Faith: Does it matter what you believe?
Is it a leap of faith to believe in Jesus? In other words, does a person have to abandon all sense and reasoning in order to believe God exists—and that he would come to live among us and die for us? It’s frequently implied—often by scientists and those who claim… Read More »Is it a leap of faith to believe in Jesus?
It’s been a debate for centuries: Are science and faith compatible? Can Christianity be supported by science, or does believing one require ignoring the other? Consider this headline in a major newspaper in 2015: “‘Faith vs. Fact:’ Why religion and science are mutually incompatible.” The ensuing article outlined the disjunct… Read More »Are Science and Faith Compatible? Why You Need Both
Do you fear the day when you must defend your faith in the science room? The stereotypical scenario involves an atheistic science professor crashing down on his Christian students with “proof” that God is a myth. Maybe this has actually happened to you, or perhaps you’re only anticipating it. But… Read More »Defend Your Faith In the Science Room
Jesus is my savior. That statement defines my life and every action I take, but I’ll be completely honest: It doesn’t always fill me with pure joy. More times than I care to admit, I could describe myself as mildly grateful for God’s love—but certainly not jubilant or enraptured or ecstatic… Read More »A Rare Treasure: Discover True Christian Joy
Here’s a question for you to ponder: Are you happy? Would you, in a general sense, call yourself a happy person? If not, who or what is causing your unhappiness? I would be happy if… I were skinny and had clear skin. I were popular and well-liked. Everybody believed what… Read More »How to Change Your Thought Patterns and Get Out of the Toxic Rut