2021 #7Millions of people, especially in Asia, adhere to the philosophy of the sage Confucius. However, to people in the west, Confucius may be another ancient Chinese mystery. What did Confucius teach? What was his philosophy? Most importantly, how did the teachings of the sage compare to the life and teachings of the Savior Jesus … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
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The End of “Religion”?
Christians have been hit with disturbing news over the past few years. We have realized that our culture is “post-Christian.” “In general Western culture is deeply post-Christian,” says Dr. William Lane Craig. Any observer would have to agree that, in its expressions of music, movies, television, or the written word, Western culture does not even … Continue reading The End of “Religion”?
Doctor’s Orders (Part 15)
Luke 18:18-23StudyLet’s read that last verse to see how the young man reacted.Luke writes,“After he heard this, he became extremely sad, because he was very rich” (Luke 18:23, HCSB).The ruler had come to Jesus for advice. Jesus had given him the best advice, tailor made for his real problem, his real affliction. The young man … Continue reading Doctor’s Orders (Part 15)
The Best (and Worst) of Twitter
2021 #1Twitter. There’s a part that’s good. There is a part that is bad; and there is a part that you wouldn’t believe. Twitter, along with other social media platforms can be used for good. But, there are a lot of things you can find on Twitter’s Christian circles that are not that good. Perhaps … Continue reading The Best (and Worst) of Twitter
IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
2021 #5According to the latest statistics, there are 535 million people who follow the teachings of Buddhism. But, Buddhism may be more of an unknown to us. How does the Buddhist worldview compare to the Christian worldview? Kenneth Samples looks at this important topic in his book God Among Sages. The Shreveport Chapter of Reasons … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
Social Justice Project #32
Practical Concerns and QuestionsDo Christians care about the whole person or just the soul?Have you ever heard a Christian believer described as being “so heavenly minded that they are no earthly good?” This is an old phrase, but one that is loaded with meaning. Some Christians react to the prevailing culture, especially in the United … Continue reading Social Justice Project #32
Social Justice Project #21
Moving ForwardWhat do we know so far? Where do we go from here?The question of justice is vital, not only for our society at large, but also for the Christian who seeks to be an ambassador for Christ in that society.Let’s remind ourselves of the definition that we have used.“Justice is the moral quality of … Continue reading Social Justice Project #21
An Open Letter to Pastors and Youth Leaders
Friends,Two weeks ago, I would not have been able to pick Jon Steingard out of a line-up. Hawk Nelson was not on any playlist that I had. However, both burst upon the scene when Steingard announced in an Instagram post that he no longer believed in God and was no longer a Christian. This is … Continue reading An Open Letter to Pastors and Youth Leaders
11 Questions about the resurrection of Jesus from Bruce Hennigan with Mark Riser
1. Give us a little of your background and how you became interested in apologetics.I became interested in apologetics not too long after I became a Christian, even before I knew that it was called apologetics. Even though I have participated in many ministries in the church, apologetics always remained with me. At this point, … Continue reading 11 Questions about the resurrection of Jesus from Bruce Hennigan with Mark Riser
11 Questions about the death of Jesus with Bruce Hennigan, M.D. (Part 2)
1. Tell us about crucifixion itself, how much did Jesus suffer on the cross?Then he released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified. (Matthew 27:26)Crucifixion as it became to be known began as Impaling. Victims were placed upon a stake and allowed to die in full view … Continue reading 11 Questions about the death of Jesus with Bruce Hennigan, M.D. (Part 2)
Mark Riser - Apologist 