That Doesn’t Sound Right: Why Would A Good God Kill So Many People?
Why does the Old Testament God seem so mean?
Articles tagged: Christian
Jephthah's Vow
Did Jephthah really commit such a heinous deed as literally sacrificing his daughter as a burnt offering? If he did, how then is he included in the heroes of the faith in Hebrews 11? Is there another biblically faithful interpretation, and does it get Jephthah off the hook? This paper explores the arguments put forward by scholars who hold to the figurative interpretation of this passage from Judges 11:29-40 and considers whether they are convincing.
How Should Christians Face Hardship?
Trusting God when everything seems to be going wrong
Really Remember That Old, Old Story
Do you still marvel at the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ? Do you still feel the weight of His sacrifice for you and for others?
That Scary Book Isn't So Scary
The blessing of reading and knowing Revelation
God Listens
There is a lot going on today that can be quite scary if you aren’t fully trusting in Jesus, our Savior. Sometimes, in the busyness of life, we can feel unheard and alone, but if you have trusted ...
Thoughts & Connections: Jericho’s Curse
### FYI: *For the past several weeks, I’ve felt like most of my writing was more forcing writing according to a schedule rather than writing purely because I am inspired. I have been making sure ...
Why is a literal interpretation of Genesis Important? Part 6: Repost
How our understanding of Genesis affects our understanding of the rest of Scripture
Why is a literal interpretation of Genesis Important? Part 5: Repost
Using what the Bible says about itself to defend a literal understanding of Genesis 1-11.
Why is a literal interpretation of Genesis Important? Part 4: Repost
Historical & Scientific Evidences for a Young Earth
Learning From Solomon's Prayer
I was reading 1 Kings 8 last night. It is one of the longer chapters in the Bible, although not as long as Psalm 119. Solomon is praying to God at the dedication of the temple. I think there is a...
The Unexpected Blessing of Writing About God's Word
Anyone who has read my posts knows that I have a high regard for the Bible. I believe it is the Word of God spoken through men. It is God talking to us. I believe in reading the whole Bible and ...
The Date of the Exodus
There are two commonly proposed dates for the Exodus. In this paper I give the biblical and archaeological support for the early date of about 1446 B.C.
Appointed to His Service - The Call to Ministry
Is the call to be a minister similar to that of any other vocation, or is it wholly unique from secular careers? This is a short seminary paper I wrote on the subject.
The Sabbath and the Doctrine of Creation
How does the Bible's teaching on the Sabbath in Exodus 20 inform our view of the days of creation in Genesis 1? This seminary paper is my brief exploration of that topic.
The Bavarian Winter Season
About the whole Bavarian Christmas.