When we look at conflict around us, do we want a "just OK" solution, or something that will be truly awesome?
Tag: Nature of God
How in the World Can I Pray to a Perfect, Holy God?
Who could possibly bridge the gap between a God who is transcendent and holy, and we sinful people here on earth?
Why Follow Anyone Else? (Part 2)
When we consider why people follow other gods, what does the God of the Bible have to say about their reasons?
If You Don’t Have an Opinion…
Where can we go when we don't know the answer to the really important questions in life?
Past the Edge of the World
What happens when we think that we know all about God?
Protecting God? (Part 2)
How might we be violating the very commands of God in order to make Him "look good"?
Protecting God? (Part 1)
If a "god" isn't able to take care of itself, what kind of god is that?
Repeating Yourself for Good Reason
If God took the time to say something more than once, we should probably pay attention.
Look Towards the Wilderness
Where can we look when we are in imminent danger of losing hope?
Haven’t We Seen This Episode Before?
Like a predictable cartoon series, some things never seem to change. The good news is that a happy ending is available, no matter how bad the plot of our lives may seem.
Page Refresh
As many times as we may refresh the page, some things are both true and unchangeable.
Matching the Message to the Man (or Woman)
If we learn something good from someone who does something bad, does that invalidate the message?
Accepting What is Immovable on Its Own Terms
We don't get to decide how to encounter God. Only He can make that decision.
Why Did God Let Sin Into the World?, Part 1
As a dad, when my son asks me a question, I'm obliged to dig into the details, even if it will be challenging to do so.
Sometimes, You Have to Squint
In this world, not everything is perfectly clear. However, there is hope for clarity in the future.
Calling Our Name
Would the word of God have a greater impact on us if it included our own names?
Who’s the Hero, Here?
Is it possible that we - in pride - have sometimes picked the wrong character as the hero in famous stories?
Getting Someone’s Name Right
While it may seem obvious, sometimes the best way to learn about someone is to ask them, directly.
John 1 and 1 John 1
While the Biblical author John couldn't write everything down, he testified to what he had personally seen and experienced.
Just Like Me
What would happen if we all saw other people as created in God's image, instead of letting other things get in the way?
Those Who Sin Differently 