When talking about religion, sometimes you’ll hear someone say: “Basically, all religions teach the same thing.” The implication that person is probably drawing from this statement is that no religion is the one, true religion. There are a number of responses I might give to this claim, but one of them would certainly go like…
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With multiple pastors serving on the staff of a single church, and with thousands of sermons from hundreds of different preachers available to people through digital media, we run the risk of falling into a danger Paul addressed in the Corinthian church. That danger? Having a favorite pastor. In my own ministry context, I am…
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’Tis the season to be thankful. Thankful for family and friends, health and food, clothing and shelter. I enjoy Thanksgiving and the traditions it brings. But the thanks we offer around Thanksgiving has always struck me as a bit forced. Perhaps it draws out the cynic in me, but questions like: “are we really thankful…
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This article was written by Joe Carter and is currently posted on The Gospel Coalition. To read this post in its entirety, please click here. Islamic State claimed responsibility for a series of attacks in Paris this past weekend that killed 127 people. In a statement, the group said the purpose of the killings was, “To teach France, and…
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If you follow the news headlines, it’s easy to get discouraged. It seems like everywhere we look, we see signs of cultural disintegration. The sexuality debate rages on, the atrocities of Planned Parenthood linger, and increasing attempts to privatize faith continue to march forward. If you’re a Christian, this can be demoralizing. But it shouldn’t be….
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So you say you have ‘faith’. Great! But is the faith you say you have the kind of faith that will save you? The Bible clearly elucidates a kind of faith that is fraudulent; one that will not hold up under the scrutiny of a holy God on the last day. Are you sure the faith you…
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One of the most recited verses by Christians is Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” As a kid, I remember reciting that verse to myself before taking tests, shooting a free throw, and competing in a game of “chubby bunny.” If this verse is true, then there’s nothing…
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We are all guilty, at times, of making statements that may ring true to our ears, but upon careful reflection may not be entirely accurate. I’m doing a short series of blog posts on “Sloppy Christian Sayings.” My previous post took up the statement: all sins are the same. Today: God loves everybody the same….
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We live in a “one-liner” world. Catchy, pithy statements go viral every day. With ever decreasing attention spans, many Westerners today do not have the capacity for extended, thoughtful reflection. As a result, the extent of our views on the issues are limited to 140 characters, or thereabouts. While there is a place for these…
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I’ve often asked myself, “How do I know I really believe God is faithful?” I can say the words, “I believe God is faithful,” but a well-trained bird can do that too. So how do I know I really believe that? Hebrews 13:5 says this, “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be…
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