Early Christian Worship
What was it like to worship in a 1st century Christian house church? Let’s enter that ancient world and describe what we see.
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John Patmos and Rome
This is the first of a series of articles commenting on the book of Revelation. The goal is to responsibly interpret the book and at the same time experience it as if we are present with John in the first century AD.
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Paul, the Lawgiver
How do we interpret Paul? Is he a lawgiver? If so, what do we mean by Christian liberty? These are important questions to be considered if the Church hopes to remain relevant in our generation.
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It’s Unforgivable
Many have wondered, “What is the unforgivable sin?” “Have I committed such an offense?” “Is it too late for me?” What is the answer to these questions? Let’s see what we can find out.
You Promised!
Expectations disappoint when we pray fervently and God is silent. What comes next? The bubble bursts followed by anger and frustration. Then we complain: “Why?” What does the Bible have to say about this issue? Let’s see.
Two Trees in the Garden
It is hard, near impossible to keep up with the rapid shifts in cultural norms. Traditional standards that enjoyed nearly universal support just a few years back are one-by-one being cast to the wayside. How should Christians react? The path to conform is very wide, tempting, and easy. What should we do? This article shares some thoughts.
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Swimming in Culture
How should Christians navigate the troubled waters of our time? A single article cannot hope to settle the question. Perhaps it can shed a bit of light on the issue. So, here goes.
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The Paradox of Certainty
Many biblical teachings are clear and easy to understand. Yet modern-day dogma often pushes the limits. This is especially true when it comes to beliefs about judgment and life after death. Perhaps, it is wise to trust in God’s goodness and embrace the mystery of what we don’t know.
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The Plans We Make
What happens when our plans don’t work out? Where is God in the midst of trouble? This article addresses these things.
The Drama Triangle
The drama triangle is a popular tool used by therapists to unravel the complexities of interpersonal conflicts. It models how we can so easily slip into the roles of persecutor, rescuer, or victim. In this article I submit that the drama triangle has many applications. It can for example, model the strife caused by struggles for social justice. Perhaps with this understanding, we can break away from perpetual strife and find a path towards racial harmony.
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