“The most wonderful time of the year” projects many kid’s imaginations into the realm of fantasy with Santa and the elves. Unfortunately, many Christian adults also have the same view of the Bible, it is fantasy. Now they would never say that, but their “reasoning” affirms this view. Some of my past students believe the […]
Elegant Design In A Cell
In freshman year high school biology, students learn the amazing complexities of the cell. For example, we have been told for years of the cells amazing four letter alphabet that makes up the genome. This alphabet sequences specifies information for building cells. Of course, we know that information always comes from a mind, at least […]
The Christian’s Culture Elements
What should be a Christian’s culture foundation? I think Bercot makes a great statement below and it needs to be foundational to our thinking. Let’s move into a more robust form of Christianity: following the Biblical commands! “I think the wisest course is to simply stick to the customs to which there is a reference […]
2 Things We Can Learn From a Chess Player
“I can’t count the times I have lagged seemingly hopelessly far behind, and nobody except myself thinks I can win. But I have pulled myself in from desperate [situations]. When you are behind there are two strategies – counter-attack or all men to the defenses. I’m good at finding the right balance between those.” Number […]
The Christian’s Focus
As followers of Christ, we need a focus. That focus is sometimes diverted in topics and areas that are irrelevant. One is excessive divisions between those who are dedicated followers of Christ. We need to be tearing down artificial walls among true believers and followers of Christ, not building more. Our battle needs to be […]
What is Christian Unity?
Unity is essential among true disciples, Jesus made this clear in John 17. Jesus says that unity in the Church shows the world that he came from the Father! Over and over, the apostles teach that oneness and unity are essentials for Jesus followers. However, many talk about unity, but rarely is it ever defined. […]