There are now upwards of 45,000 denominations and sects of Christianity worldwide. Has the church failed in terms of discipleship, and if so, how has that failure turned into the polarized and divided mess we see today?
Is Romans 13 suggesting that we submit to secular rulers or congregational (church) authority? Is there a more weightier matter behind the idea of submitting to authorities?
Is sin just sin, or does God take into consideration intent and ignorance? Where does rebellion measure up to somebody who does wrong but doesn't know it's wrong?
The bible communicates Gods will for us using words. It is of paramount importance that we have good definitions of those words. Join me in taking a look at one of those words.
The bible is literal yet it is often expressed abstractly in the form of idioms, metaphors, or symbols used in dreams and visions. Knowing this, let's look at Peter's Vision.
The cross is the focal point of a Christian's first steps in the faith. But do too many pitch a tent and camp at the cross? Is so, what does that mean?