Does the Bible teach that life begins at conception?The Bible does teach that life begins at conception. Every culture’s view of when human life begins changes as society’s values, moral standards, and knowledge about the process of embryonic development change. Prior to the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision that allowed abortion on demand, developing embryosContinue reading “It Bears Repeating”
Category Archives: Cultural Wars
When Average Is Awesome
Last weekend, I shared a portion of my testimony at my church’s worship night. When asked if I’d be willing to participate, I felt some initial hesitation. Surely there were more intriguing life stories to tell — you know, testimonies that would keep the audience’s attention! My conversion story, on the other hand, isn’t allContinue reading “When Average Is Awesome”
God’s Look at the Poor
The Bible has a lot to say about being poor, and we have many examples of poor people in Scripture. Since material wealth is not a sure indication of God’s blessing, being poor is not necessarily a sign of God’s disapproval. In fact, it is possible to be poor in material things but rich inContinue reading “God’s Look at the Poor”
Unhealthy Craving for Controversy
In Walter Percey’s novel The Moviegoer, the protagonist Binx Bolling reflects: Whenever I feel bad, I go to the library and read controversial periodicals. Though I do not know whether I am a liberal or a conservative, I am nevertheless enlivened by the hatred which one bears for the other. In fact, this hatred strikes meContinue reading “Unhealthy Craving for Controversy”
How Should a Christian React to Persecution of an LGBTQ Person?
The most insidious temptation related to seeing others being persecuted is apathy. As Christians, when we see members of the LGBTQ+ community being persecuted, we have a responsibility to act. Jesus said, “Love your neighbor” (Luke 10:27). It doesn’t matter what our neighbor’s opinion is on moral or sexual ethics, the command applies. Loving thoseContinue reading “How Should a Christian React to Persecution of an LGBTQ Person?”
As Old as Molech
Ever since the Roe vs. Wade case main-streamed abortion in the United States, the ability to take the life of one’s baby has achieved a religious status. Judging by responses to news that Roe vs. Wade may be overturned, people have certainly acting as if their idols are under attack. I think it is helpfulContinue reading “As Old as Molech”
Thy Will Be Done
Dear child, the year is 2022. As I write, the globe has been ransacked by a virus for over two years, Europe experienced the biggest land invasion not seen since your great grandparents’ generation, and the impact of technology feels like lukewarm water reaching boiling point. What world will you know 5, 10, 15 yearsContinue reading “Thy Will Be Done”
Could Roe vs. Wade Be Finished?
The Story: A leaked draft opinion signals that the Supreme Court is on the verge of overturning Roe v. Wade. The Background: POLITICO reports they have received a copy of an initial draft majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito that has been circulated inside the Supreme Court and that strikes down Roe v. Wade.Continue reading “Could Roe vs. Wade Be Finished?”
Confronting Paganism
Nehemiah served in a pagan government as a believer in God. He was humble and respectful to the king, but proper fear of his king did not stop him from acting to save his people. He prayed to God and made a request of the king, asking for permission to go to Jerusalem to rebuildContinue reading “Confronting Paganism”
What Is Intersectionality?
Intersectionality is a term used to describe how different forms of discrimination can interact and overlap with each other. In recent years, it has become a feminist buzzword. As a concept, intersectionality deals with the cumulative societal effects of systemic discrimination on people who belong to more than one disadvantaged group. For example, a womanContinue reading “What Is Intersectionality?”
Intentional Faith 