I'm currently reading Warrior Poet: Before David was King by Timothy J. Stoner and through this Biblical fictional tale, my appreciation for the Psalms is increasing. Case in point: I've been studying the Psalms more and had an encouraging conversation last night with my college friend, Kendra, after I told her about the book and... Continue Reading →
I Wish the Prosperity Gospel was Real
I wish the Prosperity Gospel was real. I really do. For those who do not know what that is, it is a false theology/belief system within Christian doctrine that says "God wants—and even promises! —health, wealth, happiness, and whatever my heart desires." Of course, the ends to the means is on the part of the... Continue Reading →
If You Were a REAL Christian, You Wouldn’t Doubt (Part 2): Is There a Reason to Doubt God, Ever?
On a Facebook thread I'm currently following concerning the need for good apologetics, as nonexistent apologetics and intellectual doubts are contributing to many leaving the Christian faith, someone made this comment: No one leaves the faith for intellectual reasons. Those who left were never of us 1 John 2:19. I am upset, but more so... Continue Reading →
For Intellectual Christians who Struggle with Accepting the Grace and Love of God
I see you. I understand your plight and I know that the struggle is, like, so real. It's a challenge sometimes to accept that a holy, righteous God could love you in spite of all of your wrongdoings and mishaps. I, too, have wrestled with countless questions and doubts concerning the certainty of my salvation... Continue Reading →
The Hope of the Messiah in the Midst of Pharisees
When I was washing my cup out late last week, I washed the outside first and then the inside. I usually don't do that. I usually wash it the other way around. I didn't think anything of it until Holy Spirit reminded me of this verse: "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you... Continue Reading →