Aberrant Anthropology: Why Americans Adore Abolition
In their days, the Abolitionists were a despised minority. Slaveholders viewed them as radical revolutionaries, and many of their northern neighbors held the same view. Contrary to what we are taught today, the North was hardly a tolerant, color-blind society….
What Was Sodom’s Sin?
What was Sodom’s sin? The answer may seem obvious, but in our society today, we need to move past our own preconceptions and presuppositions to see what the Bible says. The answer may be surprising. Sodom, as you may remember,…
Seven Radical Changes in Our Generation
“I fear that we shall accept as wisdom what is only knowledge, and accept as progress things that are nothing more than change.” Never has this been more true than today. The world of today is radically different than it…
Welcome, Darwin, to Your World
Welcome, Darwin, to your world. Welcome to a world of limitless possibilities unhindered by the impossible; a world of astonishing physical prosperity, social engineering, and utilitarian philosophy. Yes, this is your world: a world where we can make any choices…
Departing the Camp
Modern Jerusalem looks nothing like the City of David in the time of Jesus. Today it is a bustling metropolis, complete with high-rise apartment buildings, sprawling suburbs, and densely-packed roadways. Yet Zion was once contained within walls. Outside the walls,…
Electronics and Social Media: Power Tools for Good or Bad
I knew it wouldn’t be good when my friend said he wanted to play with the chainsaw. Starting it up with a roar, he smiled as the tool vibrated in his hands. He started out carefully, cutting through some loose…
The American Lifestyle
“An American will build a house in which to pass his old age and sell it before the roof is on; he will plant a garden and rent it just as the trees are coming into bearing; he will clear…
The Importance of Art in a Biblical Worldview
Today I am excited to have a guest post from my sister, Amy. With her interest in art and creativity, she has a great perspective on the importance of art in a Biblical worldview. Be sure to check out her…
Infographic: Reading in America
In light of the decline in America’s reading culture, Christians need to reconsider their approach to evangelism. This infographic presents the shocking reality.
Evangelism, Writing, and Illiteracy: Five Responses
This is the second half of a series on evangelism, reading, and writing. In light of the astonishing decline of America’s reading culture, today I am considering five responses for Christians. During the Vietnam War, America dropped 7 million tons…
