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Poolside Apologetics

John and I were away for Memorial Day weekend enjoying the warm, sunny weather in the pool at our hotel. I had been reading The Case For Life, by Scott Klusendorf, and had left it face-up on the table next to my lounge chair. As we are in the pool, I see a lady walk… Continue reading Poolside Apologetics

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Are Socialism and Christianity Compatible?

When people say, “History repeats itself,” that’s no joke. Who remembers “McCarthyism” from the 1950’s? Allow me to very briefly refresh your memory. Socialism or Communism (an extreme form of socialism where the government owns all businesses andpersonal property, including homes, as well) was condemned and then Senator Joe McCarthy made it his business to hold… Continue reading Are Socialism and Christianity Compatible?

Should Christians Get Involved With Politics Or Stay Out Of It?

In my city, we have one Evangelical Christian who is currently on city council and will be vacating his seat along with two other council members. To fill these three seats, there are three Evangelical Christian pastors, who are running among other candidates of different faiths. The opposition to these Christian candidates (because they are… Continue reading Should Christians Get Involved With Politics Or Stay Out Of It?

Why The Culture’s Definition Of Social Justice Is Not Biblical

Social Justice–It’s the battle cry of today’s culture. The Black Lives Matter movement, Occupy Wall Street, and the Women’s March after the last presidential inauguration are some examples of our culture’s plea for social justice. The Social Justice (SJ) movement has an allure that is hard to resist. It appeals to one’s sense of rightness,… Continue reading Why The Culture’s Definition Of Social Justice Is Not Biblical

Do We Really Believe God’s Promise That If We Ask For Anything, We Shall Have It? A Book Review of Fearless Prayer by Craig Hazen

Craig Hazen is a good friend of mine and the head of the Apologetics department under the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, where I received my MA in Apologetics. I have had the privilege of living close to Biola so I have been able to get to know Craig over the last 5… Continue reading Do We Really Believe God’s Promise That If We Ask For Anything, We Shall Have It? A Book Review of Fearless Prayer by Craig Hazen

What I Wish I Knew Sixteen Years Ago About Sharing The Good News With Mormons

For sixteen years, John and I were neighbors and friends with the nicest Mormon family who lived across the street from us. We knew their beliefs were different than ours, and that they define Christian words differently than we do, but considering we hadn’t completed our Masters In Apologetics at that time, we felt that… Continue reading What I Wish I Knew Sixteen Years Ago About Sharing The Good News With Mormons

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