All too often in theology, different concepts or aspects of an idea are pitted against one another, as if they could not be mutually compatible. One area that this is prone to occur is when discussing the atonement. The English word ‘atonement’ derives comes from the phrase, ‘At-One-Ment,’ with reference to reconciling parties that were... Continue Reading →
It’s a strange world we live in when one of the most infamous atheists, Richard Dawkins, is calling himself a “cultural Christian.” Of course, he’s still an atheist, but nevertheless, there has been a palpable shift in the West’s intellectual atmosphere for Dawkins (and others) to be willing to embrace such an identity. And yet,... Continue Reading →
The fact is, that the best foundation for a moral critique of evil actions committed in the name of Christ lay not in a vague notion of humanist sentimentality, but in the active reign of Jesus Christ as King.
The Bible is filled with passages that boldly declare the deity of Jesus Christ. “In Him, all the fullness of deity dwells in bodily form.” - Colossians 2:9 “No one has seen God at any time, the only begotten God, who is in the bosom of the Father, he has explained Him.” - John 1:14... Continue Reading →
I sometimes try to imagine what I’d think about Jesus if I had been raised in a different religion. I can relate to the words of Blaise Pascal as he considered the potential prejudice that can arise from within one’s reflection on their own religion: There is no denying it; one must admit that there... Continue Reading →
Blaise Pascal's apologetics emphasize the need for a worldview to explain human glory and horror. His "destabilization method" challenges individuals' beliefs, continuously contrasting their perspectives with counter examples. This discomfort is designed to lead them to faith in Christ, who alone can address humanity's greatness and wretchedness. Pascal's approach offers a thought-provoking way to engage skeptics.
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