Christian Life
Still a Fan
Key leaders are fighting. So-called devotees have assaulted both supporters and cynics. And overall attendance—not to mention morale—is down.
A quick scan of news headlines makes it … more
Is God the Best Explanation for Reality? Paul Copan Interview, part 2
Straight Thinking #121: Is God the Best Explanation for Reality? Paul Copan Interview, part 2 more
Turtles and Transdimensionality
They don’t say much—in fact they don’t speak at all—but Ralphie and Candace have taught me plenty. Their actions, swift and sly, speak volumes and remind me of old habits … more
Doing the Homework: Tips for Deeper Bible Study
What’s an average Christian to do when trying to study the Bible for all its worth? RTB theologians Kenneth Samples and Krista Bontrager, along with RTB physicist Dave Rogstad, provide a … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Five Ways to Promote Unity, Part 5 (of 5)
At the beginning of the series I shared a concern I’ve often heard from skeptics: “Why should I seriously consider Christian truth-claims when Christendom is so deeply divided?” … more
Synthetic chemistry, Thankfulness? Faster-than-light expansion? Transitional forms?
Brilliant synthetic chemistry, Why should Christians be thankful? Faster-than-light expansion? Where are the transitional forms? more
Examining Christian Disunity: Unification among Denominations, Part 4 (of 5)
In the first three installments of this series I outlined three points in response to the challenge that Christian disunity invalidates the faith’s truth-claims. While I agree that disunity does … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Sin and Hypocrisy, Part 3 (of 5)
In the first two installments of this series I discussed the essential beliefs, values, and world-and-life view encapsulated by the Christian faith and the positive features of denominationalism, … more
Examining Christian Disunity: Unifying Essentials, Part 1 (of 5)
I once heard a skeptic ask:
Why should I seriously consider Christian truth-claims when Christendom is so deeply divided?
There is some painful truth in this question. Christian disunity does, … more
Lessons from C. S. Lewis, Part 2 (of 2)
Distinguished “Oxbridge” literary scholar, prolific writer, and lay Anglican theologian, C. S. Lewis continues to influence Christian thinking in the twenty-first century. In this second … more
Lessons from C. S. Lewis, Part 1 (of 2)
The Christian church has been graced with brilliant and influential thinkers since its inception. A “who’s who” of such individuals includes the Apostle Paul, St. Athanasius, St. … more
The Dark Side
Choosing not to believe in the devil won’t protect you from him.
-Father Lucas
Four years of seminary and one step from becoming a priest, Michael reveals he doesn’t believe in God. … more
Welcome to Reflections
In a profound sense we are what we think.
The Christian worldview highly values logic and rationality, which find their source in God. As the only creatures made in the image of God (Genesis … more
Special Christmas Edition: Hugh Ross on God's Intimate Care
Special Christmas Edition: Hugh Ross on God's Intimate Care more
A Take Two Christmas
O Christmas Tree!
Used in both secular and religious festivities, Christmas trees have become a ubiquitous holiday symbol. (The modern Christmas tree originated in sixteenth-century Germany.) … more
Special Christmas Edition: Kenneth Samples on Grace
Special Christmas Edition: Kenneth Samples on Grace more
Exit the Dragon: A Look at the Dawn Treader
SPOILER ALERT (FOR THOSE WHO HAVEN’T READ THE BOOK. Tsk-tsk.)
What does an enemy look like? Take a second to picture it—someone who snarls and gripes, maybe even cuts others down with … more
Special Christmas Edition: Fuz Rana on Love
Special Christmas Edition: Fuz Rana on Love more
Christmas Controversies
The weekend following Thanksgiving, my husband and I decked the halls of our apartment with wreaths, garland, and a Nativity scene. And next week, we’ll drag home a heavenly scented Douglas fir … more
Let Us Pray...and Ask Questions
“It’s time to Stump the Scholar!” Six little words that strike fear into the hearts of Hugh, Fuz, Ken, Jeff, and Dave at the end of each I Didn’t Know That! podcast. Although … more
