Recently I was in conversation where the question was posed, “Is it wrong that we’re happy that Saddam was killed?” I think this is a valid question worth addressing. However, in order to discuss it, there is one other question that needs addressed first. This article will cover this preliminary question, while I will address
Category: Christian Living
Fighting to Keep Each Other Out of Sin
I reflects on how to support friends who have sinned while considering the effectiveness of harsh judgment versus comfort. Emphasizing prevention over cure, they advocate for a proactive approach in community, encouraging friends to help one another avoid wrongdoing. The post stresses discernment in offering guidance without being judgmental.
Effective Evangelism? (Part 4)
Many Christians either fail to let their faith influence their lives or focus too much on external appearances. Highlights the public relations problem within Christianity, where negative perceptions overshadow positive contributions. I suggest that genuine love and unity within the church can enhance evangelism effectiveness.
Effective Evangelism? (Part 3)
Barriers to evangelism, highlighting that nonbelievers often fear judgment and hypocrisy from Christians. It emphasizes the need for a more inclusive mindset, viewing non-Christians as equals rather than outsiders. I advocate for a community-oriented approach where individuals can genuinely connect, regardless of their faith status.
Effective Evangelism? (Part 2)
True Christian distinction should stem from living out Christ’s values rather than adopting superficial markers like attire or literature. It suggests that Christians should engage openly and genuinely with the world, demonstrating love and compassion to foster authentic connections. Collective exemplification of Christian principles can influence others more effectively than individual displays of difference.
Effective Evangelism? (Part 1)
Evangelism, often misunderstood, should focus on reforming the church rather than individual efforts. It critiques the modern emphasis on personal evangelism, suggesting that true outreach requires a collective approach. I advocate for a more unified Christian front to effectively communicate faith and counter the current fragmentation.
How Christianized do Ordinary Activities Have to Be?
A question along these lines came into my head at Bible study last night. Some one was talking about how they got together with one of their friends to play video games, but before they started, the guy prayed to thank God for the opportunity to hang out. He was making the classic point of
A Modern Parable
A man was walking downtown one day, and as he was going along his way, he was attacked, beaten badly and robbed. The assailants fled the scene and, unfortunately for the man, no one had witnessed the incident, so there was presently no one to help the man and call for further assistance. The man
Why Don’t Intelligent People Believe in Christianity?
In his first letter to the church at Corinth, Paul tells them, “The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing.” (1:18) It’s true, if you take a step back and look at it, it is crazy—claiming to follow an executed criminal, and saying that he’s not actually dead. And that’s just
Christians’ Media Intake
I recently ran across an article and some comments (I think there had been more, I’m not sure where they went) regarding movies in light of our Christian faith. While I certainly imagine it to be somewhat controversial, I think it’s something that’s good to discuss: http://churchofthemasses.blogspot.com/2005/02/blog-post.html I now offer some of my thoughts. People




