More Proof

More Proof

This article will follow on from the previous one by addressing the fundamental question, “Did Jesus rise from the dead, thereby proving His deity?” Up until now, the series has offered evidence that Jesus lived, died, and that his body disappeared. Now, we will turn...
Prove It!

Prove It!

Prove it! How many times have you heard a child say this? How many times have you said it? We constantly hear amazing claims. How about, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Or, “It doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you are sincere.” Then, there is my...
Confessions of a Crackpot

Confessions of a Crackpot

A Breakdown The Canadian pastor sadly described his descent into a breakdown to a room full of people in ministry. First, he found himself unable to focus and losing sleep. Then, he had stomach problems and palpitations. He found he was angry—deep down. Eventually, he...
The Cruelty of the Prosperity Gospel

The Cruelty of the Prosperity Gospel

Facebook Moderation Many years ago, I served as a moderator for a Christian Facebook group that has over 20,000 members. What a privilege and a responsibility! Sometimes, the work was relatively easy—approving (or not) those who were requesting to join the group....
Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

Jesus Can Even Use PTSD!

This post was inspired by the teaching of Dr Peter Walker on the beach of the Sea of Galilee. If you want to visit the Holy Land or the places where St Paul visited, check out the retreats he leads. Jesus Uses What We’d Like to Forget There are very few of us who...
What is Truth?

What is Truth?

Versions of Truth If you’ve been following the news, you’ll be aware that there seem to be many versions of the truth, at least in politics. I’m not going even to try there–let’s stick with religion! So, what is truth? There are various philosophical theories...