The Question No Christian Wants to be Forced to Answer

We’d love nothing more than to have our son, Jordan Watts, back. But, I remember something Jordan said in a video that was played at his Memorial Service: “If God were to take all my fingers away I would love him just the same.” (Jordan was an artist and his hands were his life.) Jordan’s … Continue reading The Question No Christian Wants to be Forced to Answer

“The Heavens are Telling [SCREAMING] the Glory of God.” (Psalm 19)

"The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge."  (Psalm 19:1-2) In this book, "Infinite Minds," John Leslie, a leading anthropic theorist, argues that fine tuning [of the universe] is best explained by divine design. He … Continue reading “The Heavens are Telling [SCREAMING] the Glory of God.” (Psalm 19)

How the World’s Most Notorious Atheist Changed His Mind

British philosopher, Antony Flew, was the 20th century’s champion of atheism. When atheists couldn’t answer an argument, or felt they were losing ground, they would call on Flew. But then Flew, a genuine and honest thinker, made a decision that shocked the atheistic world – he changed his mind. The evidence for the existence of … Continue reading How the World’s Most Notorious Atheist Changed His Mind

Robin Williams, Laughter, Depression & Suicide

I had no sooner posted some comments a few minutes ago on Facebook about "getting to know laughter again" following the suicide of my son a year ago, than social media began blowing up about the depression-prompted suicide of comedic giant/genius, Robin Williams. I don't have lengthy commentary to offer here. Only this: if you … Continue reading Robin Williams, Laughter, Depression & Suicide

Should a Christian Bake a Cake for a Same-Sex Wedding?

The above title, of course, is based on a well-known controversy within the past year when a Christian Oregon bakery owner refused to make a wedding cake for a couple because they were homosexual.  The Bible clearly defines marriage as one man and one woman so, based on my convictions, making a cake for same-sex … Continue reading Should a Christian Bake a Cake for a Same-Sex Wedding?