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Doubting your Doubts
I would like to express opinion on the topic of skepticism. It seems that our society is steeped in the idea that you are a wise person if and only if you doubt everything that you hear or read. Not only should you be skeptical, but you should be sarcastic toward the other person’s opinion as well. Our media is ripe with some very wealthy people who have done nothing but scoff at anyone and anything that they find on their radar....
Truth Claims
Our society holds as one of its core beliefs that there is no such thing as objective truth. Many people also hold tightly to the idea that there isn’t any grand overarching purpose and meaning of life. They believe, rather that life is merely a long string of vignettes that you perceive and align to your own individual perspective in order to create meaning. So, the idea that something is true for you, but not for me, is woven into the fabric of secular culture....
How Relevant is the Gospel?
My hope and prayer for all people is that we are awake to the Gospel of the good news about Jesus. Yes, we are secure in our salvation by faith in Christ alone. The question is not about whether or not we are saved, but the question to be answered is… Are we awake or lethargic or sleeping about the gospel?...
Water
In the movie titled The Water Boy, Adam Sandler is often quoted as saying “now that is some high quality H20.” Today I would like for us to consider H20. Let’s look this in the context of the field of Astronomy and see our consuming desire to try to find water on other planets....
Challenging the Status Quo
Recently I have been reading the book, The Gospel in a Pluralist Society By Lesslie Newbigin. The book is the second installment in a two-book series; the first book is titled Foolishness to the Greeks. The works were written in the late 1980’s I am amazed at how poignant his work is today. For today’s post, I would like to lay out some of the groundwork displayed in these two volumes. I would say that if you like to read, both of these books are highly recommended....
Can Faith and Reason Live Together?
One of the important questions for people to ask is about faith and reason. Are they opposites? Does a person need to sacrifice one in order to believe the other? Is it possible to be a thinker and a Bible-believing Christian at the same time? There are some people who do not think this is possible....
Could the Universe Create Itself?
What about Creation by chance? Today I would like to look at some of the history behind the naturalist viewpoint that the Universe and everything in it is the product of chance....
What about the New Age Movement?
Many are familiar with the New Age movement. The hallmark of their thinking is to search out the god that is within you. It’s there, you just have to find it. Explore the power that is at your disposal, tap into your own god consciousness....
Made in the Image of God
The debate goes like this. Is man made in the image of God? Or is God a manmade image after his likeness, made in order to console himself? The Christian will hold the first opinion, the Atheist will conform to the latter. There is a very distinct difference of perspective based on worldview....
What if the New Testament was Taken Away from Us?
Recently I watched a very interesting video featuring Dr. James Tour and J. Warner Wallace. These two men are among my favorite Christian Apologists. The topic of focus is based on the idea that there is so much historical evidence for Christianity integrated in differing societies through out the world, that even if we did not have access to the New Testament, we would still have enough evidence to make the case for the truth of Christianity....
Why God Won’t Go Away
Much of the information found in todays post is from the same title in a book authored by Alister McGrath. Kudos to him for such an excellent work....
Flat Earth
You have probably heard the story about how the church thought that the earth was flat during the middle ages. This usually comes in the form of a scathing attack to attempt to show how antiquated and out of date the myth of religion is....
Do You Want to Love God More?
So, this sounds like a rhetorical question, right? Who doesn’t want to love God more? Today I would like to look at this subject more deeply. I think some of the ideas about this may surprise you....
What is Theology?
A good question this is. Often you can get very different answers to the question depending on who you talk to. More importantly, there are multiple layers of depth of understanding, some simple, others quite complex....
The Tip of the Spear
Last week we talked about the difference between natural theology and revelation theology, and how they can work together to form a more complete Christian world-view. Today I would like to look further into how natural theology can play an integral part of being salt and light to the world around us....
Natural and Revelation Theology
I have been looking at these two dynamics, and how they connect with each other. I hold a viewpoint that these are not in conflict with one another, rather they can integrate seamlessly together in a beautiful harmony....
Here Comes the Sun
“Here comes the Sun, here comes the sun, and I say ... it’s all right.” These words, made popular by the Beatles form the basis for this instillation of the Strong and Courageous Christianity blog today. We are talking about the Sun. This magnificent star is situated just perfectly right and is the size and intensity to fuel all life. Without it… well, you know....
Micro RNA
We have discussed at length, how complex DNA and RNA are. They are information systems that provide the blueprints or instruction manuals for how proteins are formed and transported to their proper location in the cell. Today I would like for us to look at how the right blueprint is used to make the proper protein....
The Reliability of the Book of Acts
I am so encouraged to discover with you the reliability of the information found in the book of Acts. You see, Acts is a historical book recounting the events that took place in the early formation of the Church....
Jesus Foretells Destruction of the Temple
Today I would like to look into some of the significance of Jesus’ prophesy of the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem....
Thankful
As we are entering into the holiday season, I would like to write to you today about the subject of being thankful....
Sugar
The subject is sugar… more specifically the D- glucose sugar that is present in DNA and RNA. This is a bit technical, but the numbers are so unlikely to have happened by chance that it is amazing....
Archeology
The focus on this blog has been primarily based in the idea that God created the cosmos. The evidence of this should send the atheistic natural man’s mind spinning. Today I would like to look at another discipline that further validates the truth of the Bible. The subject is archeology. While this is not my personal strong suite, non the less, there are growing examples of discoveries that are proving the validity of the scriptures....
What about the Weatherman?
Continuing the theme from last week’s entry, I would like to look further into the question is atheism dead? Eric Metaxas, in his new book describes how science is doing more to bring vast amounts of evidence to validate a universe designer. Over time, the information keeps mounting up higher and higher that a naturalistic perspective of random chance being responsible for origins can’t possibly be true....
Is Atheism Dead?
For today’s post. I would like to direct you to a video on youtube by Eric Metaxas titled Is Atheism dead? This video truly encapsulates my heart and vision for what this blog has been all about over the last 3 years....
Meaning?
Much of this post comes from the book titled Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortland. What is the meaning of everything? What is the telos, the aim, the macro reason and goal for our small, ordinary lives? We are on solid footing, both biblically and historically, if we answer: “To glorify God.”...
E.T.
I watched an interesting show on T.V. recently titled Secrets of the Universe. They were talking about being on a quest to discover extraterrestrial life....
Time for Renewal
I have been doing some research on times of revival and renewal. Historically, it is interesting to me how God has set certain times in history where the power of the Holy Spirit is on display in a very dynamic way. The methodology has varied from time to time, however, there are some common denominators in many of these movements....
What is a Quantum Vacuum?
This is not a household word; however, it is good to spend some time thinking about this in light of creation of the universe....
Emulating Daniel
Recently, I have been reading a book written by Frank Damazio titled The Vanguard Leader. He develops how our culture has taken on many similarities to the Babylonian culture at the time the book of Daniel was written in the Old Testament....
Warrens Vlog
The question is not whether or not we will face challenging times, but rather what do we they come? Let Pastor Warren encourage you to put communicating through prayer as a priority every day. ...
Keep ReadingThere Can Be Only One!
Jesus is the only one that could deal with our problem. We must not shy away from this truth. The best part is that it's free and the perks are AMAZING!!!...
Keep ReadingSlaves to Righteousness
What a joy to know that as Sons and Daughters we are slaves to Kingdom living. We can only have one master and righteousness is ours. Give that a think!...
Keep ReadingLeaving and Arriving
Being people of God we have in our DNA a desire to go. God created us to be a people on the move. What is it He's calling you to leave in order for you to be about His business?...
Keep ReadingThe Gospel is Good News
Whether a person realizes it or not the Gospel is good news. let this news be in your hearts and on your minds always. Ready to talk to those that have yet to understand how this good news impacts them....
Keep ReadingLoving What Jesus Loves
We were created for the purpose of living in community with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Don't miss out on the blessing of being a part of His community....
Keep ReadingSmall Changes Make a Big Impact
Are you willing to make a change that will impact your life? What motivates you to make a change? Assess your life and make the adjustments necessary, that will put the Gospel at the center of everything....
Keep ReadingSubstance & Poise vs. Stunts & Noise
Are we in pursuit of substance or entertainment. Has this influenced us as a Church?...
Keep ReadingThere is something special about today
Every day we wake up in the knowledge that Christ has changed us. We have the opportunity to live life knowing we are a chosen people that have been called to join Him in the most amazing adventure....
Keep ReadingLife is Amazing
We have an amazing life in Christ let's live it. No matter what craziness is your life, in Christ it's all good!...
Keep ReadingSnow Day
Its amazing how God works through our circumstances, and blow past our expectations....
Keep ReadingIn the Face of the Devil
When we give Jesus our time and energy the enemy is reminded that he is defeated. There's nothing more powerful than making Jesus big in our lives....
Keep ReadingChristmas is coming
I hope you’re having a blast getting ready to celebrate the birth of Christ. What an amazing time it is with our family and friends. Let’s make Jesus a big deal this Christmas, he is the reason we celebrate!...
Keep ReadingHis Presence
God has chosen to live inside of you. That should blow your mind a bit. The God of all creation decided that you should be His dwelling place. Come on!!!...
Keep ReadingBe Encouraged
He knows what you're going through, He knows what frustrates you and He's never going to leave you. He's beside you every step of the way....
Keep ReadingHappy Thanksgiving
We have so much to be thankful for. Enjoy the many blessings we have when sharing time with our friends and family....
Keep ReadingComing Together
When people choose to come together God does amazing things. Jesus chose you, today will you choose Him?...
Keep ReadingAre you Uncomfortable
Jesus hasn't called us to a place that is comfortable. He wants you to take a step of faith that puts our trust in him. Have you been uncomfortable lately?...
Keep ReadingPastor VLOG Sept 27
Talking about Tanzania Oct 7th I'd like to share what God spoke to me while in Tanzania, how we are a chosen people, His church caught up on the mission of sharing the gospel. ...
Keep ReadingHe Fights Our Battles
Its so amazing to realize that no matter what battle we are facing Jesus is fighting right along side us. He had us surrounded, I can get excited about that very quickly. Jesus breaks into the natural and does supernatural things....
Keep ReadingMy God
We can read about who God is in the Bible, the question I would pose to you is, the God of the Bible you're God? Discover who He is and be amazed that this God in the Bible is YOUR God!...
Keep ReadingGod!
Psalm 139 gives us a glimpse of Gods magnitude. He is before, during and after us. We a subject to His amazing splendor. Let’s join Him and make our will submit to His. ...
Keep ReadingI Did it
Wouldn't it be refreshing to see in our current political environment someone that would stand up and say 'I Did It!' As Christians, we should be the first to confess because we know that Jesus freed us. We loose nothing when we confess, because He took our guilt to the cross....
Keep ReadingIs Jesus Lord?
Jesus is the answer, but is He Lord of your life. How do we communicate the value in giving Jesus control of our lives?...
Keep ReadingTepid Christianity
The church today should be passionate, not falling into complacency. We are in danger of being labeled a lukewarm people. Let’s be Hot or Cold, let’s live in the extreme’s. You have the ability to change your temp, no one likes a lukewarm glass of water....
Keep ReadingFear God
What would our lives look like if we feared God? How would fearing God impact us? If we were to fear God, we’d love what He loves and hate what He hates. The fear of the Lord compels us to act....
Keep ReadingJesus Loves His Bride
The thought of someone loving you but hating your spouse is truly upsetting, to the point we wouldn't want that type of friendship. How many speak ill of Jesus bride the Church. May we be a people in love with the Church, the bride of Christ!...
Keep ReadingRunning the Race
We dont always win, but we are running with the passion to win. In every race we are running to improve on the last race, this is the sanctification process. Lets run enjoying this process....
Keep ReadingThink on this
In Psalm 105 and 106 David was recounting Israel's history and some of it was pretty bleak. In verse 47 of Psalm 106 he says 'Save us, O Lord our God' and that exactly what He did!...
Keep ReadingSubmitting to His Perfect Plan!
Eph 1 God reveals his plan for EVERYTHING, that He will unite all things in Christ both in heaven and on earth. Yes people that is really happening! How does that change us, shake us, awaken us to a live life submitted TODAY to Jesus. We don't have to wait to bend a knee, do it today and let him change your mind, schedule, priorities, values and relationships. This is H...
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Love is Crazy Awesome!
Do you hold back love for only the special people in your life? That's not what God did, He let love loose on every race and nation. Set love free and watch what God does with it....
Keep ReadingAdvent of Hope, we have something that fills us with hope everyday.
Our hope is not found in something, but rather someone. Jesus came so that we might have hope eternal. He doesn't lose His popularity or fade over time. Our Hope is not found in who we are or what we have done, but in who He is, and what He has done....
Keep Reading"Thanks Alot" We have alot to be thankful for!
What an amazing gift we were given when Jesus came as a baby and changed the world forever!...
Keep ReadingGod's Lavish Grace
Take time to discover the power of God's grace. Allow the scriptures to illuminate how grace is foundational in your life. It's an every day position, stand in His grace and let this message overwhelm you....
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