People of Faith
The 50 Smartest People of Faith
It’s encouraging to see how many truly brilliant and accomplished people in the world embrace the truth of theism in general or Christianity in particular. Thebestschools.org, an online resource … more
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Manifesto on Civil Rights
Every January, we honor the life and work of the great civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. (1929–1968). If you read only one of King’s writings, I would encourage you to read his … more
Contemporary Criticism of Augustine’s Thought, Part 10
While Augustine’s presentation and defense of classical Christian theism is strongly critiqued by some modern scholars (especially those who are skeptical and theologically liberal), his … more
Augustine’s View of Predestination: St. Augustine, Part 9
Although Pelagianism, a view that denies original sin and promotes the idea that salvation can be earned, went against Augustine’s views of grace through Christ, it did encourage Augustine to … more
Top Ten Things Augustine Contributed to Philosophy, Part II
Last week’s post outlined five of the ten most influential contributions Augustine made in the philosophy world. Those contributions included the theory of time, how humans learn/express … more
Quote of the Week: John Jefferson Davis, 2
This great impetus to intellectual advance came from the conviction that the Bible was indeed a written revelation of divine origin and authority. Christianity, a “religion of the book,” … more
Martin Luther and the New Paradigm
The words ‘righteous’ and ‘righteousness of God’ struck my conscience like lightning. When I heard them I was exceedingly terrified.
With these words, Martin Luther began … more
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 3 (of 3)
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 1 (of 3) In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 2 (of 3)
Walter Martin was an … more
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 2 (of 3)
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 1 (of 3) In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 3 (of 3)
One of the things I miss most … more
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 1 (of 3)
In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 2 (of 3) In Memory of Walter Martin (1928-1989): The Original Bible Answer Man, Part 3 (of 3)
Have you ever had a Jehovah's … more
Remembering Walter Martin
June 26, 2009, marks the twentieth anniversary of the death of an apologist who was well ahead of his time. Evangelical Baptist theologian Walter Ralston Martin (1928-1989) was a unique Christian … more
Celebrating a Life
James Stewart Alexander Ross
Stewart comes from a long line of soldiers, professors, and statesmen. Frank Ross, Canada's governor-general during the 1950s was one of his distant relatives. … more
What My Dad Did For Me
My dad knew from personal experience that money did not buy happiness. In raising his children he focused on character building, a strong work ethic, and the importance of showing hospitality. … more
A Memorial Tribute to Ronald H. Nash (1936-2006)
Dr. Ronald H. Nash died on March 10 after a long illness. He was one of the most important evangelical Christian thinkers of the last half century. His impact as a professor, author, and churchman has … more
Three Christian Classics
"When I get a little money, I buy books. And if there is any left over, I buy food."
These are the words of Desiderius Erasmus, the Dutch Renaissance scholar and theologian. Reading books has been an … more
A Focused Force for Faith: Interview with Leslie Wickman
by Tani Trost
When Leslie Wickman focuses her time and energy, amazing things happen. The 900-foot long fountain at the Bellagio resort in Las Vegas shoots water 250 feet straight up in the air. A … more
A Stellar Array: An Interview with Dr. David Rogstad
by Amy C. Jung
Dr. David (Dave) H. Rogstad serves as executive vice president of Reasons To Believe with the goal of developing effective teamwork. An accomplished scientist, Dave earned his Ph.D. in … more
A Scientist’s Faith Evolves Toward Christ
by Jamie McComber
Richard Deem, a Reasons To Believe (RTB) apologist, has been a scientist since childhood. As a boy, he raised hundreds of hydras in a glass jar. The one-half inch long water animals … more
President's Laptop- October 2000
Dear Friends,
My first job as a pastor was to take survey teams door to door, asking people about the spiritual influences in their lives and inviting them to a Bible study in their neighborhood. To … more
Bob Stewart: Soldier, Astronaut, and Compelling Apologist
by Elaine Ervin
General Robert L. Stewart, a decorated Army combat pilot, test pilot, and former astronaut, has flown 38 types of airplanes and helicopters. Born in Washington D.C. and raised in … more