Is the Trinity Rational – Part I
Is the Christian doctrine of the “Trinity” rational? I am committed to the concept that God is a rational God. Let me make sure and… Read More »Is the Trinity Rational – Part I
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Christmas Movies Defined Definitively part 3 – Die Hard
I love getting to the root of things. I honestly think that often we disagree because we don’t understand the foundations of our disagreements! Go… Read More »Christmas Movies Defined Definitively part 3 – Die Hard
Christmas Movies Defined Definitively Part 2
Consider this kind of a Christmas movie bingo. The more of these there are, the more likely the movie is to be a true Christmas… Read More »Christmas Movies Defined Definitively Part 2
Christmas Movies Defined Definitively
Christmas Movie I am reposting what is arguably the most important and controversial series of articles ever. This is at the level of “who would… Read More »Christmas Movies Defined Definitively
Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part III
In the research I have done over the last decade in my own battles and in preparation to speak, teach, and counsel on this topic,… Read More »Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part III
Examining the Temptation of Pornography – Part II
A man decides that one of their goals in life is to have a very nice watch. For them, whatever brand, is a measure of… Read More »Examining the Temptation of Pornography – Part II
Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part I
The Thief comes to steal, kill and destroy; I have come that you might have life and have it abundantly.” Jesus Christ. For years I… Read More »Examining the Temptation of Pornography Part I
Switches or Dials – Part 2
… and, (if you haven’t read part I, jump to it now) real relationships require dials across time. This same principle applies to emotional responses.… Read More »Switches or Dials – Part 2
Switches or Dials – Part 1
Switches or Dials In the psychological world, there is an area of diagnosis called “personality disorders.” These include Narcissism, Borderline, Avoidant, Dependent, Paranoid, etc. There… Read More »Switches or Dials – Part 1
Women’ Roles in Ministry – Part IV
Conclusion Perhaps a healthy thought would be to consider that like Priscilla in Acts 18:26, that the church’s best interest is served when men and… Read More »Women’ Roles in Ministry – Part IV
Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part III
So that works as a transition to women in an elder role: The church I am in right now doesn’t have anyone with the title… Read More »Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part III
Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part II
We can start with women as deacons: The main passage that people reference in saying that women should not be in the role of deacon… Read More »Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part II
Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part I
Women in Ministry Right now, I am the Lead Pastor at a church that allows and encourages women in roles that some other churches do… Read More »Women’s Roles in Ministry – Part I
Christian Self Defense or Pacifism Conversation Part VIII
So, Actual Final Words Again, in this case, I am not arguing against pacifism at the “personal conviction” level. Of course, any human might determine… Read More »Christian Self Defense or Pacifism Conversation Part VIII
Christian Self Defense or Pacifism Conversation Part VII
Working Towards Final Words Matt 5:39-42 39 But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on… Read More »Christian Self Defense or Pacifism Conversation Part VII