Of Abortions and Straw Men
On the Woman’s Right to Choose Probably the number one argument that I hear when discussing or debating abortion is that “it should be the woman’s right to choose whether or not to have an abortion.” Since this is election year, 2000, I have heard it more often than I had previously, and as I [...]
Why do Bad Things Happen to Good People?
When faced with the question of whether or not there is a God, or whether or not the Bible is true, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” is, oddly enough, one of the most common questions asked. The assumption behind this questions is: If God is such a loving God, then innocent people [...]
Life’s Little Lessons: Ask and Receive?
The other day, my “little” nephew, Willie–as he was over at my house–saw me getting some ice cream for myself. I saw him whisper something in my sister’s ear and then my sister asked me if he could have some ice cream. I was happy to oblige, so I got a bowl and began scooping [...]
Is the Bible Relevant to Modern Marriages?
Misperception and Distortion As a post-Christian culture, many people have mistaken traditional perspectives of marriage as Biblically based. The Bible, however, is not as closely linked with American perspectives and traditions as some would think. While the traditional perspective of American culture places women in a subordinate position of less value, the Bible actually empowers [...]
I Stand in Awe
I sit here at work, looking at my hand writing, the pen that I use, and thinking about the mind that is organizing it into words. Life is a mystery, a wonder. I stand in awe of any existence at all. Not only do I marvel about “Where I come from,” but of the reality [...]
Do All Roads Lead to Heaven?
Many have said that all roads lead to the same place. In our multi-cultural, multi-theological society, many think that the only way to get along is to accept everyone’s truth as truth. For instance, it is often asked of me how it’s possible that I can possibly know that my truth is better than someone [...]
The Trinity: The Oneness of God
Before I try to explain an infinite God with my finite brain, I will bring this verse to mind: Proverbs 3:5-7 states, ”Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in [...]