The supposed resurrection of Christ is arguably the most important doctrine of the Christian Church. Paul says: if Christ has not been raised, your faith is worthless; you are still in your sins (1Cor 15:17, NASB) The notion of dying and rising … [Continue reading] about The Resurrection – Really?
No Unity Here – Part IV. Worship
What is more important to a believer than worshiping the god who bestows all kinds of blessings (and curses) upon a believer’s life? Almost all religions have some type of worship ritual and it seems that all kinds of gods require, or rather demand, … [Continue reading] about No Unity Here – Part IV. Worship
Thanksgiving and Lessons on the Separation of Church and State
During the Thanksgiving Day season it is appropriate to reflect on how this day came about. I am not talking about the nice, sanitized visions of turkeys, corn and peaceful Indians. I am talking about the reason the Pilgrims came to the New World in … [Continue reading] about Thanksgiving and Lessons on the Separation of Church and State
Belief but Not Really?
Can a person claim to a member in good standing of a religious organization yet not believe it's core doctrines? The short answer is "No." The long answer is, "It's Complicated." Obviously, I think, a person is being disingenuous to claim membership … [Continue reading] about Belief but Not Really?
Doubt & Unbelief = Punishment?
Doubt and unbelief cannot be overcome by logical reasoning and proofs. The only treatment for doubt is punishment. (Promise and Deliverance S. G. De Graaf. Volume I. Page 65) But he said to him, "If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they … [Continue reading] about Doubt & Unbelief = Punishment?