Pastor Mark Driscoll apologizes for missteps, quits social media
"I don't see how I can be both a celebrity and a pastor, and so I am happy to give up the former so that I can focus on the latter," he wrote.
Driscoll also wrote that “my angry-young-prophet days are over. I understand that people who saw or experienced my sin during this season are hurt and in some cases have not yet come to a place of peace or resolution.” He wrote, “I have been burdened by this for the past year and have had private... Continue Reading
Jury Finds University Discriminated Against Christian Professor in Denying Promotion
Adams’ conversion to Christianity and his outspokenness on current events soon resulted in “tension” on campus as some disagreed with his views and manner of presentation
On Thursday, the jury agreed with attorneys for Adams, concluding that he was unjustly denied a promotion because of the views he expressed in print and broadcast media, which were protected by the First Amendment. “They concluded that the University of North Carolina Wilmington retaliated against Dr Adams by denying him a promotion in 2006... Continue Reading
Hobby Lobby’s Steve Green stands on faith against Obamacare mandate
While scores of faith-based organizations and private business owners have filed suit seeking exemption from the mandate, Hobby Lobby has become the standard-bearer for religious opposition.
Hobby Lobby has provided insurance with contraception coverage for years, paying for 16 of the FDA-approved forms, from barrier methods to pills that prevent fertilization. Not covered: intrauterine devices and morning-after pills such as Plan B. Those, the FDA acknowledges, could prevent a fertilized egg from implanting in the womb. Blocking implantation would “terminate life”... Continue Reading
The Lesson In Jameis Winston’s Words
In our quest to eradicate the Body of Christ of all traces of bigotry, let’s not be what we believe to behold in others
“Jameis Winston is an incredible athlete. The Heisman Trophy-winning Florida State quarterback is as unique as his first name, with prototypical size, arm strength and physical attributes to complement his football talent. Yet, he was still the object of ridicule following his team’s historic National Championship win.” In post-game interviews, an excited Winston gushed... Continue Reading
Atheist Group: Remove Cross-Shaped Beam from 9/11 Museum
The American Atheists claim that many of its members have been injured by seeing the cross either in person or on television, and by having a religious tradition not their own imposed on them.
“It’s difficult to follow their logic. At times they have claimed that the Ground Zero Cross is a symbol of Christian dominance and an establishment of religion that violates the Constitution and must be removed. Other times they have acknowledged the Cross’s cultural and historical significance, but argued that Atheists deserve equal representation—some kind of... Continue Reading
The Empty, Boring Atheism Of Richard Dawkins
The British biologist has a flair for gaining attention, but little stomach for actual debate
“Dawkin’s publicity stunt provides a most revealing insight into the mind and manners of the evolutionary biologist turned atheist celebrity. It certainly provides more insight into the man than does the first volume of his autobiography, An Appetite For Wonder, which appeared last year to far too much acclaim and approval. It often reads as... Continue Reading
St. Patrick’s Day Providence
Patrick went to Ireland to free the Irish from their superstitions through the power of the gospel
By the way, I think the real Patrick agreed with this glorious doctrine of God’s providence as the Lord’s hand guided him once again to Ireland after his escape from six years of slavery. Why did Patrick return, facing grave danger and fierce persecution? Ironically, to free the Irish from their superstitions through the power of the... Continue Reading
Johnny Farese’s Homegoing
As Paul said, that “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord,” and that it is “far better” to be with Christ.
I know the Scripture teaches that Johnny’s body will rest in the grave until Christ’s triumphant return and that his soul is with the Lord. Even still, it is tempting to think that he is now dancing in God’s presence, free from all of his physical pain, and that he has met other Christians near... Continue Reading
Why Do So Many Pastors Leave The Ministry? The Facts Will Shock You
50% of the ministers starting out will not last 5 years
70% of pastors constantly fight depression and 50% of pastors feel so discouraged that they would leave the ministry if they could, but have no other way of making a living. Wait, this is huge. Let’s pause here for a moment. This means that half of the 1,700 or so pastors who leave the ministry each... Continue Reading
The Lord Is Their Shepherd: New Study Reveals Who Reads the Bible – and Why
The just-released study on “The Bible in American Life” offers insights into how, why and when Americans read the Bible outside of worship
Many of the 48 percent of Americans who make Bible reading part of their lives, however, do so on a regular basis. More than half reported reading the Bible at least weekly; 17 percent said it was part of their daily lives. The top two reasons respondents said they read Scripture were for personal prayer... Continue Reading
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