What does Proverbs 25:17 mean? The book of Proverbs contains extraordinary wisdom for those who take time to search its treasures. One of the passages we often hear so little about, however, is Proverbs 25:17. It goes along with Proverbs 25:16, for … [Continue reading]
Did Jephthah Sacrifice His Daughter as a Burnt Offering?
In the Old Testament, did Jephthah really sacrifice his daughter as a burnt offering? The book of Judges contains some of the most horrific events in the history of Israel. It was a time of idolatry and rampant sin. In fact, the book of Judges ends … [Continue reading]
Why Did the Lord Try to Kill Moses? Exodus 4:24 Commentary
Why did the Lord try to kill Moses in Exodus 4:24? That's a great question. After reading the amazing account of God calling on Moses as His chosen (yet reluctant) leader, the Bible says that Moses began his journey to Egypt with specific … [Continue reading]
Should Christians Practice Zumba? Is the Zumba Dance and Exercise Program Biblical?
Should a Christian practice Zumba? Zumba Fitness is a relatively new dance and fitness program that is gaining a following in the United States. According to the official Zumba website, it is self-described as "Pretty much the most awesome workout … [Continue reading]
Is Homosexuality a Sin? What Does the Bible Say About Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals?
What does the Bible say about homosexuality (sodomy)? Is being gay a sin? Would God really create a person to be gay or bisexual, only later to send them to hell? Would that be fair of God? In this article, I'm going to address all of these … [Continue reading]
Does the Bible Call the Moon a “Lesser Light?” Genesis 1:16 Commentary
In the first chapter of Genesis, God's word says that He created two great lights: The greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night. In fact, the Bible tells us in several passages that light comes from the moon. Is this a … [Continue reading]
Should Christians Practice Yoga, Meditation, or Affirmation?
Should Christians practice yoga, meditation, or affirmation? Is it okay for Christians to engage in these things, or should we avoid them? These are all great questions, and Christians often have questions about the practice of yoga, meditation, … [Continue reading]
The “Dr. Laura” Letter: A Christian Response to Skeptics
There is a letter that has been making the rounds on the internet for well over a decade, dubbed the "Dr. Laura Letter." A reader of this site recently asked my thoughts on the letter. From what I can gather, a person by the name of Dr. Laura … [Continue reading]
Bill Nye Lost Creation Debate | Ken Ham Wins Creation Debate
I've got a lot of posts I need to catch up on, but I can't resist writing one about the recent debate that took place between Ken Ham (great creationist and defender of the gospel), and Bill Nye (the TV "scientist" and evolution proselytizer). I … [Continue reading]
List of Books in the Bible
A typical Christian Bible (Protestant) contains 66 books: 39 in the Old Testament and 27 in the New Testament. Each of these books were divinely inspired by God, and they were inerrant and infallible as originally authored. And despite attempts to … [Continue reading]
Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh: The Gifts of the Wise Men (Magi)
In the book of Matthew, we read the story of the wise men visiting the young Jesus. Matthew is the only gospel that records this account, and in chapter 2, we read the following: “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod … [Continue reading]
Bible Says It’s Okay to Beat Your Slave, As Long As They Don’t Die? Exodus 21:20-21?
Does the Bible say it is okay to beat your slave, as long as they don't die? How could a loving God allow slavery, and not only slavery, but to beat your slaves with no punishment? This is a fantastic question. If there was ever a Bible verse … [Continue reading]
What’s the Bible Say About Beards? Should Christian Men Grow Beards or Facial Hair?
What does the Bible say about growing a beard? Should a Christian man in today's society really grow a beard, or is it a sin to grow a beard? Is a beard required to be saved? Are you living in sin if you shave, or will you lose your salvation? What … [Continue reading]
God’s Unconditional Love: Does God Really Love Us Unconditionally?
Does the God of the Bible love us with an unconditional love? Are there strings or conditions attached to His love? If God does love humans unconditionally, how could He ever dare send someone to hell? These are all great questions to ponder. … [Continue reading]
Number 30 In the Bible | What’s the Significance of Age 30 in the Bible?
Well, I hit a pretty big milestone in my life a few months ago: I turned 30 years old. And with that new age, my lovely wife has jokingly let me know how old I'm getting (she's still in her 20's...for now). It has been an interesting experience … [Continue reading]
How Christians Should Handle the Election Results?
Well, it's over, and I must confess that I was vastly disappointed with the results. I prayed for the most conservative candidate, and for the first time in my life, I even donated a small sum to a presidential campaign (which I will probably never … [Continue reading]
“I Am No Longer a Christian:” The Atheists’ Favorite Phrase
It always amuses me how atheists love to say "I'm no longer a Christian" or "I'm an ex-Christian." It's like they get a rush thinking they've "come out of the closet" of unbelief. I've seen so many posts on forums and blogs about this, and it always … [Continue reading]
Should Christian Parents Teach Their Kids About Santa Claus? What’s the Bible Say About Santa?
Should Christian parents teach their children about Santa Claus? That's an interesting question. My wife and I were not raised in a typical Christian home. Don't get me wrong--our parents would acknowledge that God exists and even pray at times, but … [Continue reading]
Atheist Christopher Hitchens Dies at 62, Deathbed Conversion? Did Hitchens Become Christian Before He Died?
Atheist Christopher Hitchens has lost his battle with cancer and has died at age 62, according to the news reports. Hitchens was one of the very vocal atheists (who is often identified as one of the more popular "militant atheists"), and was a … [Continue reading]
Ray Comfort 180 Movie Review: Is Ray Comforts “180” Movie Worth the Watch?
Ray Comfort's 180 Movie: Ray, the well-known evangelist and writer (and the atheists' worst nightmare), has recently released his short documentary titled, "180." In this short film, Ray takes to the streets to ask some interesting questions about … [Continue reading]
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