“But you don’t have to attend church to be a Christian.” I’ve heard that statement many times. Maybe that is true, but I have a question in response. What is the heart behind that assertion?
Where is Everyone?
Tag: Bible
Core Christianity: The Resurrection
Absolutely essential to the faith is the fact that Jesus is alive. What also comes along with that doctrine is that we one day will resurrect to.
Core Christianity: The Trinity
The more I study this doctrine, the more I worship a God who I will never completely understand, but who loves us way more than we deserve.
Core Christianity: Scripture Alone
True Christianity takes all of the Bible as the ultimate, objective, tangible word of God.
Core Christianity
There is an attack on Christianity from within.
Is Heaven Really All That Great?
Have you always seen Heaven as some otherworldly place that is better than Hell, but not quite home?
It’s Time to Campaign
It's the time to let people know who you think is going to be able to solve the issues we face as a nation.
I Climbed Down the Mountain
God showed up during my prayer last night. He showed up in a way that I can only attribute to Him. I don't even know if I can put it into words, but in case this testimony can be a blessing to someone, I will try. I'm not one to look for signs. I believe … Continue reading I Climbed Down the Mountain
God’s Wrath: The Danger of Mixing Holiness and Sin
Sin is dangerous, and God's holiness absolutely won't mix with it.
Dysfunctional Disciples
Some things jump out at me that tempt me to label myself as a dysfunctional disciple.
They Became Fools
Many churches are now accepting things that are not of God
The Secret to Contentment
It seems like no matter what I am blessed with, I want more.
The Power of the Word
Ultimately, when we know the Word of God in a deep and life-changing way, we know Jesus.
Hard Questions: What About Suicide?
Warning: If this is a tough subject to you, do not read this post. If you are currently dealing with depression or thoughts of suicide, reach out to someone immediately. If you don't know who to reach out to, contact me.
Exposing Darkness
When we share our testimony, and confess our shortcomings to others, we open the door and allow the light of Jesus to shine through the darkness and expose Himself underneath the mess.
Are You Ready for the Sequel?
"He who testifies to these things says, 'Surely I am coming soon.'"--Revelation 22:20
Will God Hear and Answer Prayers from Unbelievers?
If verses are taken out of context, one could make the Bible say anything.
I Need a Doctor
If we don't acknowledge our sickness, how can the Doctor help us?
Grace and Mercy
I want to shout it from the rooftops--how good He is to me and that no matter what happens on this earth or to my earthly body, God is in control and this is only temporary.
Resurrection Day
"And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain."-1 Cor 15:14
The Lord’s Prayer: Are We Sleeping?
Do I have time for God or am I falling asleep on Him?
The Lord’s Prayer: Is the Church United?
Jesus' words before He faced the cross
Let’s Talk Politics
You might be forgetting your true leader.
Are Ghosts Real?
Be careful about what you think you see and what you seek.
“I Thought Christians Weren’t Supposed to Judge”
When you use the cliche phrase "hate the sin, not the sinner," actually follow it.
Some Problems with Religion
I must believe there are satisfactory answers to the remaining problems of religion.
Hell: The Unquenchable Fire
This topic is disturbing and dense, but I feel it is necessary to share.
Heaven: What’s it Really Like?
I have come to realize that perhaps much of what we picture about Heaven really isn't what is described.
Does the Bible Instigate Racial Divides?
We even have racial lines drawn within Christianity
Why Do Bad Things Happen to Us?
People often falsely believe that the Bible offers an easy life after you accept Jesus
Still I Doubt
Know that right now we see through a "mirror dimly" but it all will one day make sense.
Eternal Origins
We are hopeless without someone intervening.
Death is an Upgrade
He believed so strongly in Christ that even in the face of death, he stood strong
Convictions
If we believe anything, there should be reason for it.
Convictions 