Relief ran through me when I heard and read the news that President Trump had cancelled all plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan (see story here). My concern for a publicized firing squad via the internet (or whatever medium was being considered) falls into the same category with the major issues I have … Continue reading Why Livestreaming Executions Is Unwise in a Digital Age
When is the Death Penalty Considered Just? Six Standards Required for Capital Punishment Sentencing
I was invited by the Center for Faith and Culture podcast to speak on the theology and practice of capital punishment. I believe the episode is scheduled for release Friday, October 16th (You will be able to check it out here). Think of this episode more like a discussion rather than a lecture between four … Continue reading When is the Death Penalty Considered Just? Six Standards Required for Capital Punishment Sentencing
Biblical Reasons to Change Churches: When Pastors Are Unqualified
This is post number three in this series on biblical reasons for changing churches. Jesus Is the Hero of Scripture From the outset, Jesus is the hero of Scripture. He is the lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. He is our Lord, Savior, and greatest Treasure. The Bible, nevertheless, contains … Continue reading Biblical Reasons to Change Churches: When Pastors Are Unqualified
Called to Go: A Positive, Biblical Reason to Change Churches
This is post number two in this series on biblical reasons for changing churches. People primarily think of negative reasons for leaving a church. We tend to only think about things that are out of line with Scripture as the primary reasons to switch churches. Please do not hear what I'm not saying. A church … Continue reading Called to Go: A Positive, Biblical Reason to Change Churches
Understanding Theological Differences for Changing Churches
This is post number one in this series on biblical reasons for changing churches. "When should I switch churches?" As a pastor, I often get asked this question from people who are contemplating a change in worship setting even though they are not relocating homes or jobs. Allow me to lay my cards on the … Continue reading Understanding Theological Differences for Changing Churches
Protected: Foundation Level One: The Scriptures
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“I Have Always Been a Christian,” A Biblical Analysis and Response
C. S. Lewis's Mere Christianity is one of my favorite books. Lewis had a gift for explaining and defining Christian truths for both those who believe and those who do not. One of his tactics for expounding the Christian faith was presenting two different meanings to a thought or concept. His logic would look like … Continue reading “I Have Always Been a Christian,” A Biblical Analysis and Response
The Hidden Dangers of Social Media Formation
In my last post, I exposed how social media works. Thank you for all the amazing feedback. Now, we need to ask a harder and deeper question about social media's impact on our students: What is it doing to our students? Not just externally—but internally. Formation Is Happening—Whether We Like It or Not Every scroll … Continue reading The Hidden Dangers of Social Media Formation
The Truth About Social Media Our Students Don’t Know
If we’re going to disciple the next generation well, we should tell them the truth—not just about God, but also about the world they live in. This includes but is not limited to the online realm. Especially the illusionary world of social media. From the outset, social media isn’t neutral. It’s not just a fun … Continue reading The Truth About Social Media Our Students Don’t Know
A Biblical Response to Suicide: What the Bible Actually Teaches?
The act of suicide is heartbreaking for many reasons. First, the person who committed the act believed that the only way out of whatever troubled them was by prematurely ending their life. Second, those who are left behind must deal with the many emotions, questions, and uncertainties as they process the loss of their loved … Continue reading A Biblical Response to Suicide: What the Bible Actually Teaches?
