I sat in a seminar once led by sociologist/author, Tony Campolo. One of the things he said really struck me, making me think deeply about what he said: “America is not necessarily a Christian nation. But - it is a deeply spiritual nation.” - Tony Campolo, Ph.D. One proof of this is the success of … Continue reading America & the Supernatural
Evangelism
A Prayer in the Face of Christ’s Return
The Bible is either true in it's entirety, or it's a lie in it's entirety. On doctrine taught by the Bible is the Second Coming of Christ. Three times in the final chapter of the Bible Jesus, in essence, says, "I'm on my way." (Revelation 22:7, 12, 20) For those who have professed their faith … Continue reading A Prayer in the Face of Christ’s Return
Tell Me About Your Jesus
I posted on social media recently a question to others who've professed their faith in Christ. If someone said to you, "Tell me about your Jesus," how would you respond? There were some good online dialogue. Then one friend commented, "Nick, how would you respond?" Hopefully, the "nuts & bolts" below will help bring confidence … Continue reading Tell Me About Your Jesus
This Is What’s On My Mind…
When I open my Facebook app there is a space at the top where I can post something. In that space is the question, “What’s on your mind?” My friends, on my mind is my desire to visit with skeptics and non-believers about the Christian faith. The musician who had the greatest life-impact on me … Continue reading This Is What’s On My Mind…
A Special Note from Lee Strobel (Author of “The Case for Christ”)
We are facing a crisis in America. Skepticism is rising. Too many young people are leaving the faith. Few Christians are able to effectively share Jesus with others. At many churches, reaching spiritually lost people falls to the bottom of their priorities. This is a crisis we need to confront — urgently! In my recent … Continue reading A Special Note from Lee Strobel (Author of “The Case for Christ”)
God Isn’t Dead in Gotham
God Isn't Dead in Gotham: Thousands pack the services of the evangelical Redeemer Presbyterian Church, most of them single and under 35. By Kate Bachelder, Wall Street Journal New York 12.21.14 ‘Cheer up, you’re worse than you think,” Rev. Timothy Keller says with a smile. He’s explaining that humans are more weak, more fallen, more … Continue reading God Isn’t Dead in Gotham
All He Did Was Invite Me to Church
For 30 years, I've been sharing my story with teenagers of how "a boy who grew up in a violent, alcoholic home wound up serving the Lord in full-time, vocational ministry." The story always includes the following: 1. A friend of mine invited me to go to church with him. 2. The people at his … Continue reading All He Did Was Invite Me to Church