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I wanted to like audiobooks. I really did. I’d put one on in the car with the best of intentions- only to find my thoughts drifting elsewhere. Time and again, I’d realize I’d zoned out, the book having faded into background noise minutes earlier.  That changed during a three-and-a-half-hour ride home from my sister’s house in NewContinue reading "The Surprising Origin of Dear Judas"

Introduction God reveals Himself through nature, history, and humanity (General Revelation) and mighty deeds, divine speech, and the incarnation of Christ (Special Revelation).The Creator of the universe invites His creation to know Him, saying, “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not theContinue reading "THE GOODNESS OF GOD"

The Lord Jesus Christ consistently modeled servant leadership, explaining that He, “came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” (Matt. 20:28, English Standard Version) Naturally, this teaching was echoed by His Apostles. For example, Peter encouraged the brethren to use their God-given gifts, “to serveContinue reading "Level Up an Online Ministry "

I’ve heard it said that, with the change of one letter, millions of people would immediately change their view of Christianity. And that letter is “a.” These people would change their view if Christians would only proclaim Jesus to be a savior instead of the Savior. Adherents of this view often practice what is known as a “Buffet Religion.”Continue reading "Jesus the Only Way?"

I am going to argue that Scientific Naturalism is beset with critical shortcomings when we examine various scientific, philosophical, and historical arguments for the existence of God. Perhaps most conspicuous is that Naturalism, by definition, rules out the possibility of the supernatural ahead of time! As indicated by the name, Naturalists presuppose that only natural causes (notContinue reading "Six Places Biblical Christianity Succeeds Where Scientific Naturalism (Atheism) Fails"

This is a testimony of the goodness of God, and a ‘Thank You’ to those who serve in Youth Ministry. Last night my family and I were at Mount Southington skiing with another family from the church. By the end of the night, the little ones had gone home, but the ‘big kids’ ages 8-10,Continue reading "You’ll Know Them by Their Fruit"

Here is one tip that every Christian can use to make breakthroughs when sharing the Gospel with the lost. This is so very effective – it comes up constantly in discussions with unbelievers. And you’re getting at basically what the entire Bible is about. I’ve studied this intently. Not as a Pastor, but just asContinue reading "One Tip Every Christian Can Use for BREAKTHROUGHS"

This is an excerpt from my current work in progress – a book all about sharing the Gospel. I’m putting the finishing touches on the first draft and am due to submit the manuscript to my editor next week. I’ll have more info soon! In the meantime, please enjoy the excerpt: Scripture is clear thatContinue reading "Why does God allow so much evil and suffering? Part 2 of 2."

This is an excerpt from my current work in progress – a book all about sharing the Gospel. I’m putting the finishing touches on the first draft and am due to submit the manuscript to my editor next week. I’ll have more info soon! In the meantime, please enjoy the excerpt. Sign up for emailContinue reading "Why does God allow so much evil and suffering? Part 1 of 2."