I’m not at all opposed to the wonderful sounds of life. I laugh so loudly I am told I can be heard from great distances. That said, the multiple tv screens and music playing over speakers dominate coffee shops, restaurants, waiting areas – almost anywhere. Even gas pumps have implemented advertisement commercials as you pump … Continue reading A Kingdom of Noise
To all skeptics of the biblical worldview…
I’m not asking you to accept the Christian faith. I’m merely asking to consider the scientific data. Is it possible everything in the cosmos just popped into existence by chance? Anything’s possible. (It’s possible a steak dinner will pop into existence in front of me shortly.) But, scientists don’t focus their attention on the endless … Continue reading To all skeptics of the biblical worldview…
“Spaghettification”
For other astronomy geeks... Linked here is a solid, brief 5-minute video offering the best explanation to date for black holes. I come away not only amazed at the science behind black holes, but more so how vast is our universe created by the Almighty God, and how that Almighty God came to earth to … Continue reading “Spaghettification”
When our past seems too heavy to bear.
I just finished reading John Pollock’s riveting biography on John Newton, author of the beloved “Amazing Grace.” When Newton writes in his hymn, “that saved a wretch like me,” he was not exaggerating. What he had done in his early life was deplorable. After his coming to faith in Christ, which was a long journey, … Continue reading When our past seems too heavy to bear.
“I guess I’ll just take my chances with hell.”
A person (not a Christian) with whom I was visiting about the Christian faith said to me, "I guess I'll just take my chances with hell." I lovingly and respectfully shared with that person, "Please understand your worldview is every bit as much of a faith-worldview as mine. In other words, you are exercising a … Continue reading “I guess I’ll just take my chances with hell.”
What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos?
I was recently asked if having a tattoo (or tattoos) was prohibited in scripture. Those who believe tattoos are prohibited commonly cite Leviticus 19:28 – “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord.” I’ll come back to that. The person having the issue with tattoos, … Continue reading What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos?
Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?
Meet Dr. Ian Hutchinson, Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT. Hutchinson is merely one of scientists from all over the world who have professed their faith in Jesus Christ. Below, I've printed for you the transcript of an article he authored in 2016 titled, "Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection? Three Hypotheses." … Continue reading Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?
The Devil’s Bible
Unless we earnestly study the real thing, a counterfeit is hard to spot. Satan knows this. Genesis 3 is interesting since it begins in vs 1 with Eve and the serpent in what appears to be mid-conversation. There's no telling how long the serpent has been working to earn Eve's trust. He's now become a … Continue reading The Devil’s Bible
Science and the Bible
The Bible is not a "science book." That said, not a single passage related to creation contradicts the Laws of Nature. There are many passages related to creation. We can find three laws of nature in this one verse alone: "[God] stretches the northern skies over empty space; he hangs the earth on nothing; he … Continue reading Science and the Bible
Bloom where you’re Planted
Ever been stuck in a job, or class at school, or a season of life you’ve desperately wanted out of, repeatedly praying, “God, get me out of here!”? Me too. Did you know there are numerous examples of this in the Bible? Here’s just one: We find a familiar story in the book of Genesis. … Continue reading Bloom where you’re Planted