The Bible in Context
The Shroud of Turin is the most studied artifact in the world. This ancient piece of linen, located in Turin, Italy, measures 14 feet 3 inches long by 3 feet 7 inches wide and contains something remarkable—a full-length front and back image of a scourged and crucified man. (For high definition photos, click here.) Some … Read more
I recently watched the video below and thought it was a fascinating take on the current state of thought among young people. Telling the truth is hard for many people, but is college making it even harder? Les BridgemanAfter graduating from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, I served as a Bible and theology teacher in Asia and … Read more
I heard an interesting story while waiting for a friend in the hospital. Sonny is from China and he has lived in the Atlanta area for the past three years. About a year ago, his father was dying from colon cancer in China. Before leaving for China to be with his father, Sonny told two … Read more
Christian apologetics is the logical defense of the Christian faith and Why Christian Faith Still Makes Sense by C. Stephen Evans is one of the best apologetics books I’ve read. In the first half of the book, Evans focuses on explaining the proper role of natural theology. Natural theology seeks to answer the question, “What … Read more
The deeper you go into the academic study of the Bible the more you will be exposed to problems, or difficulties, or challenges. Sometimes these problems lead people to leave the field of biblical studies or even abandon their faith. (For an example, see Bart Ehrman’s book Misquoting Jesus.) I admit that the challenges have … Read more