Thoughts on the Bible and Life
God’s name is a highly contentious topic among some religious adherents. It’s understandable, I guess, since some have built their faith on one specific view, such as the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Similarly, Hebrew scholars like Nehemia Gordon claim they have discovered the divine name in ancient manuscripts and travel the world promoting their discovery. I realized … Read more
There are several YouTube channels dedicated to exposing false teachers. For example: Justin Peters Ministries The Messed Up Church Long for Truth Fighting for the Faith Although I don’t agree with everything they say, for the most part, they make good points. I find it especially helpful when they pause sermons and analyze what is … Read more
Christians should be generous. But to whom should we give? Jesus’ Teaching Jesus told the Pharisees, “be generous to the poor” (Lk 11:41 NIV). He told his disciples, “sell your possessions and give to the poor” (Lk 12:33). He told a Pharisee who invited him to dinner, “when you give a banquet, invite the poor, … Read more
We easily fall for false dichotomies—chocolate or vanilla, soup or salad, a book or a movie. But two things can be true at the same time. According to scientists, light is both particles and waves. When interpreting the Bible we must watch out for these either-or traps. Consider justification and judgment. On one hand, the … Read more
For the first time in my life I have been watching what I eat. I should have started earlier, but my weight has never been a major issue. At my heaviest I weighed ten pounds more than my high school weight. For the past month I have stopped eating meat and almost all animal products. … Read more