In Acts 14, we find Paul in Lystra in the region of Galatia (modern Turkey). Luke records Paul’s words to his listeners: “In the past, [God] permitted all the nations to go their own way, but he never left them without evidence of himself and his goodness…” - 14:17 “He’s never left us without evidence … Continue reading There is Good Reason to Believe in God
Day: 11/01/2022
Faith, Depression, and Abraham Lincoln
From Joshua Wolf Shenk's, "Lincoln's Melancholy: How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness." William James (1842-1910) was one of the leading thinkers of the late nineteenth century and is believed by many to be one of the most influential philosophers the United States has ever produced, while others have labelled him the "Father … Continue reading Faith, Depression, and Abraham Lincoln
Shifting the Paradigm
When I teach and/or preach, I always learn something new as I read, study, and prepare. Recently, I preached/taught from James' letter (located toward the end of the New Testament.) The overriding message of James' letter to Christians is that "actions speak louder than words." He makes it clear that good works aren't required for … Continue reading Shifting the Paradigm