One of the greatest mistakes we make is to name names indiscriminately in discussion when ideas would work just as well. In fact, it is very important in communication. If you noticed I usually try to have good arguments without pointing fingers or naming names. Now this is not always possible. Where there is public […]
Christlike 2.0
That great Teacher, who claimed divinity, has set a standard for all to follow. As many consider Jesus of Nazareth, they say that he was just a good teacher with many good thoughts, nothing more. However, his radical statements and his claims postulated can only give him only one of the following three titles. Either […]
Please, Don’t Act Like a Christian
Here is a challenge, don’t act like a Christian. Rather be a Christian. OK, I know this word act is a trick word. But really, if we are true Christians, we would not have to try to act the part, it will be us. Think about it, if one is acting, it is implying they […]
Vacation On The Islands
This is vacation time. Many are planning, thinking and just can’t wait for that lustful destination. But let me “put a stone in your shoe” as you are on that extended vacation, or planning your third blissful retreat this year. Purpose Why are you going? No really, what is the purpose? How much money are […]
The Unfaithful Steward
One biblical passage that seems to stump people is from Luke 16:1-14 (see below), where Jesus tells a parable of a rich man and one who was hired to manage his goods. Big Picture First we have to remember this is a parable and it is meant to convey a big picture message. The first […]
Casual or Carnal?
What does casual mean? Yes, this word does have an objective definition. However, it seems that this word also has a subjective application per diverse peoples and cultures. In other words, how people perceive it is relative to ones opinions and culture, much like the words “moderation”, “warm”, “appropriate” or “a lot”. It’s relative to […]
The Brainwashing
Are you being brainwashed? In a post by Stella Morabito (see source below, it is worth the read), she tells the story of Patricia Hearst, who within two months was brainwashed into a totally different person. There were a number of things that she went through but here are some of the techniques her kidnappers […]
Don’t Trust, Written by Man
A friend tells you, “you shouldn’t take the Bible too seriously since it was only written by men, and men make mistakes.” What do you say? Many things could be said, the more you know, the more prepared you will be for this type of encounter. Believe me this is a real argument that people […]
Emulating The Carpenter
We are called to follow Christ (1 Peter 2:21), so what was Christ like so we can follow him? One recently challenged me to find out. Here is a start, I have thirteen attributes that came to mind of what Christ did and and taught. Loving. Mark 12:28-34. We are to love God and others. […]
And the Band Played On
Recently I was given the task to sit through a docudrama called “And the Band Played On.” There were some positive aspects, it was entertaining, good acting, educational and helps one understand that we all are people and we all have needs. Also, we can’t just ignore others because of his or her beliefs. However, […]