China and Russia: Why They’re Not the Final Superpowers
China and Russia may experience a rise in global influence, but neither country will ever be the ultimate power.
The war that has been raging on Ukrainian soil by the Russian Army is nothing short of the biggest human tragedy and catastrophe since World War II. As the country of Ukraine is being destroyed, Ukrainians soldiers, […]
Legalistic Christian: Self-Centered or Other-Centered Faith?
As one contemplates the mess this world is in, with its social unrest, disparities, pandemics, earthquakes, famine and pestilence, one realizes that for the current situation to change, for there to be a better, more civil world, it will require a power outside of the carnal, self-centered, or even legalistic Christian human condition for a […]
God’s Covenant: More Than a Real Estate Contract
God’s covenant with His people is unilateral. God to man. It is 100% of grace. Man has nothing of value to bring. It is not a transaction. It is unmerited favor. It is not a real estate contract, where we believe that because of our good behavior we earn and are entitled to a free […]
Pacifism: Honoring the Sacredness of Life in a Violent World
There are enormous ethical challenges in our world today, one of which is the sanctity and dignity of human life. Human beings reflect the image of God, created by the God of the universe, carrying special dignity as sons and daughters of God. As followers of Jesus Christ, how can someone train to become skillful […]
Christian Persecution and Why It’s Rising Around the World
The Pew Research Center released a report in 2018 on the state of Christian persecution, restriction and harassment in the world.
The report demonstrated that there was a measurable increase in governmental restrictions on religions globally. One of the key findings is that in 2016, Christians experienced significant harassment by governments or social groups in the […]
Confession, Repentance, and Forgiveness: What Comes First?
The underlying message for us is that God’s forgiveness has no limit just as His agape love has no limit, for God is love! When we come to see more of the depth of His love and His sacrifice then our hearts and minds will be changed and as new creatures in Christ, we also, […]