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The first book of the Bible, Genesis, and the book of Job explains why God has allowed bad things to happen when he has the power to stop them. William Lane Craig writes, “God has morally sufficient reasons for permitting the evil and suffering in the world.” That morally sufficient reason lies below. "The significant issue that... Continue Reading →
Kerby Anderson, President of Probe Ministries and host of "Point of View" radio show, discusses the divide between Western acceptance of church-state separation and Muslim favor for sharia law. He highlights the persecution of Christians and Jews under sharia, the treatment of women, and the impacts of apostasy and polygamy. Sharia's contrast with U.S. Constitution and state laws is also addressed.
Before we look at the rise of Muslim terrorism in our world, we need to understand the worldview conflict between Islam and western values.
Certainly, each of us desires to have peace in our lives. Constant anxiety can take a toll on us, so we seek to avoid stress. We are very grateful that Jesus has given us “the peace of God.” That peace is a calm feeling that comes over us and can protect us from defeating, overpowering... Continue Reading →
Analyze Matthew 2:6. Has Matthew distorted Micah 5:2? Discover the truth behind the supposed misquotation.
Navigate through Satan's world as a Christian. Understand the spiritual warfare you face and learn how the armor of God, prayer, love, service, and a non-conforming attitude can help you uphold the Christian way of life. Discover the power of sanctification and the importance of devotion to God amidst worldly challenges.
It is our perception of everything that affects our feelings and thus our behaviors. Many teens feel, “when I turn 18, I am out of my parents’ house, and there will be no more rules. This is a case of lying to yourself, as there are rules everywhere you go, you will have to answer... Continue Reading →
“Peer pressure is the influence that a peer group, observers or individual exerts that encourages others to change their attitudes, values, or behaviors to conform the group norms.”[1] In some ways, this could be for the better if the group had good attitudes, values, or behaviors that molded you into a better person. However, many... Continue Reading →
If you find that, a friend has been gossiping about you, will you find it difficult not to reply in kind and can you calmly go to your friend? You do have inside knowledge of negative information about this friend, are you quick to retaliate? Your answers to these questions will determine if you are... Continue Reading →
Delve into Chapter 5 of the Epistle of James, a stark 'Warning to the Rich'. This chapter provides a profound critique on wealth, teaching us the importance of righteousness over riches, and guiding us towards a life of moral and spiritual prosperity.
