For some reason End Times discussions invariably attract passion and division. Why is this so? Months ago I watched a video by an amillennial pastor complaining how he was trolled by a few loud premillennial advocates. For the most part he was irenic. But he still felt the need to push back against some bad examples … [Read more...]
Connection Between Islam and Terrorism
Is there any connection between Islam and terrorism? Honestly, it should be a rhetorical question by now. Still, for whatever reasons, many resist connecting the dots. Within minutes of news reports that there was an explosion at a concert in Manchester, social media lit up. There were those who quickly raised the … [Read more...]
That Christian Zionist Agenda
I'm writing about that Christian Zionist agenda once again. These people never stop and they should be countered. We peace makers have lots of work to do! Yes, I'm in sarcasm mode. I was mulling over what to write for this week's column over my first cup of coffee. Gender and fundamentalist abuse issues came to … [Read more...]
Evangelicalism vs Eastern Orthodoxy
What are some of the differences between Evangelicalism and Eastern Orthodoxy? And in what way are they important to Christians? Some time ago the evangelical world went abuzz with the news that Hank Hanegraaff had converted to the Eastern Orthodox Church. It's not that unusual for an evangelical to leave the … [Read more...]
Should We Apologize for Israel and Balfour?
There has always been the sentiment among some groups that the Balfour Declaration has led to victimization of the Palestinian people. They say it was a mistake, and that we should attempt to make amends. Christian scholars such as Stephen Sizer, Colin Chapman, Gary Burge and others have been spinning this yarn for … [Read more...]
A World Mind Siege
Way back in my ancient past, I had an older atheist friend who was attending University. Despite our differences we go along well. I enjoyed our amicable discussions and the chess games, which he almost always won. One day he brought us a quiz which his University had passed out to the students. It was a fictitious … [Read more...]
On Sanctuary Cities
Since Donald Trump was swept into power, the immigration debates and accusations picked up several notches. The Trump administration and those who voted for him have come under fire for not caring about the welfare of immigrants, illegal or otherwise. Closely associated with the immigration debate is the concept of … [Read more...]
Syria – Broken Beyond Repair
I debated about writing another article about Syria this week. By the time this is read the topic will have been exhausted. Others, much smarter than I am, have already offered their analyses. This is one of those frequent times I wish Jack Kinsella could offer me his astute observations. Even so, I do have my own … [Read more...]
Watergate and the Resurrection
What is the connection between Watergate and the Resurrection? In his book Loving God Charles Colson wrote a chapter called Watergate and the Resurrection. He compared his personal experiences with President Nixon's Watergate cover-up scandal, and compared these with how Jesus' disciples behaved after His … [Read more...]
This Steadily Growing Darkness
Have you noticed a steadily growing darkness? I have. As most people do, I often think about friends and acquaintances from my past. I wonder about people I've lost track of. Every now and then I'll reconnect by sending an email, or make a phone call, or Skype - just to catch up. For me, books are like … [Read more...]
