Christianity & Culture
Social Church
The Church and the New World of Social Media
Of the changes which the church has seen within the 21st century, the rise of social media in culture will probably be looked upon as one of the most drastic changes to the way people communicate. Things have changed! Even in my generation, we’ve seen the mega-large cell phone’s of the 1980′s & early 90’s [...]
Church Negligence
Church sued over not catching a woman "slain in the spirit"
The Lansing State Journal is reporting that the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled 5-2 in favor of Judith Dadd, a woman who sued a church and its pastor after she was injured when no one caught her fall after she was “overcome by the spirit of the Lord” during a service. The Lansing State Journal [...]
On Health Care Reform
What do you think about the changes at hand?
President Obama signed into law the health care reform bill this morning, which is being called a historic reform of the nation’s health care system. Understandably, the bill is met with both enthusiasm and fear. What does this bill mean for you? How quickly will the bill change the way health care is performed? A [...]
Oh yeah… and I saw Avatar
Sarai and I finally saw Avatar. Let’s see… the 3D was awesome. But I’m with the Vatican on this one, Avatar is no masterpiece. I think the special effects and the fact that it was in 3D were the only things I have to say I liked about the movie. I know what James Cameron [...]
The Tim Tebow Story
Some believe the story of his mother's courage is divisive and unfit to be told.
Earlier this week news began spreading of the former Gators quarterback Tim Tebow and his role in a Superbowl ad paid for by well known Christian organization — Focus On the Family. The ad is supposed to highlight the story of Pam Tebow who after becoming ill on the mission field refused doctor’s suggestions to [...]
Attack on the Christian Colony in Gojra, Pakistan
Video footage taken as the attack was in progress. WARNING: some graphic images
Christ-Centered Marriages
Why we need more faithful couples and Christ-centered marriages.
A year ago this month, Sarai and I came together as one and committed ourselves to each other as lovers and partners in life. As a young, newly married man I’m thankful to say that I still believe in marriage. I’m proud to say that I’m still happily married to Sarai, and I’m totally and [...]
Televangelists And Athletes
Are there any victims when athletes and religion cross?
ESPN’s Outside the Lines takes an interesting look at the relationships between Televangelists and prominent Athletes.
My Take on “Jon & Kate PLus 8″
Jon & Kate Gosselin became popular with their hit reality t.v. show “Jon & Kate Plus 8.” But with recent rumors of martial troubles, Jon & Kate are on the verge of not only losing their marriage but also their influence. Yes, I’ve watched TLC. Sarai’s got to get her tv time, as well as [...]
What Went Wrong? Albrecht Ritschl and his Influence on Liberal Theology
In the early 1800’s the increase of higher criticism of the Bible and modern scientific ideas gave way to the rise of liberal theology. Liberal theology though difficult to define is most popularly used to describe theology that denies traditional beliefs of the Christian church such as the “Virgin Birth” or “The Inerrancy of the [...]
