Since the 1970s, I have had a front row seat to the world and have witnessed firsthand the phenomenal rise of global children’s ministry. Over the past 40 years, more Christians, churches, religious groups, and resources have been committed toRead more…
Every Thought Captive
The Apostle Paul reminded us that believers are in a battle for truth. If we are to win this battle and demolish its strongholds, we must “take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ.”
Jesus IS Lord
This article focuses on a three-word phrase that is central to the Christian faith. The phrase, JESUS IS LORD, has only one meaning but has innumerable applications. This phrase encompasses all of human history—past, present, and future—and reveals the infiniteRead more…
Discipleship Must be Based Solely on the Bible
Most believers in Christ would agree, at least in theory, that Christ-honoring discipleship is based solely on the Bible. In practice, however, it is another matter. Surprisingly, true believers who trust the Bible completely regarding eternal salvation do not alwaysRead more…
It Is Written
It Is Written “It is written: ’Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matt 4:4 “Here I stand. I can do no other. May God help me. Amen.” MartinRead more…
The Reliable Bible
THE RELIABLE BIBLE “The spades of a thousand over the centuries have not discredited the truth of Scripture nor has the turned-over earth proven the Bible to be untrue.” Harold Lindsell There is a distinguished professor of religious studies whoRead more…
Fasting during Ramadan, Muslims and a Skyscraper
Muslims’ month long fast enters the second week. I wrote last week to show how God Almighty did not institute it. You can read my article, which utilizes the Qur’an to arrive at its conclusion, HERE. I discussed how theRead more…
Can a Christian, a follower of Jesus Christ, be a Terrorist?
A Salafi—a Muslim who adheres to the version of Islam of Prophet Muhammad’s time—wrote to me, “Speak out against the Oslo attacks, you terrorist!” I have had discussions with this gentleman on a wide range of topics. Since I haven’tRead more…
Does the Bible Condone Rape?
A Muslim on Facebook asks, “hussein is this good treatmen [sic] of wojman [sic]” after quoting Deuteronomy 22:28-29. He quotes a rendering of these verses which is off literal translation. His quote, “If a man is caught in the actRead more…
Sorrows that Last a Lifetime
The possibility of sorrow lasting a lifetime may seem impossible, especially for followers of Christ. Sorrow, however, is part of life; and there are precipitating situations in which sorrow might fade from its initial intensity but never fully go away.