Category Archives: Application

Over the past few blogs, we have seen that Hitler and Stalin did not kill millions on their own but there were thousands of others who actively approved and carried out their orders.  When I was searching the internet for … Continue reading →

In our blog of November 12, 2020 entitled “Individual Responsibility” we saw that one person by themselves cannot change the world.  It takes a group of people committed to an idea.  We saw that Hitler alone was not responsible for … Continue reading →

I have been reading The Christian Mind by Harry Blamires.  It was written in 1963 but is highly relevant for today.  He has some interesting comments about truth. In my book, The Renovation of Our Soul, I discuss the difficulty … Continue reading →

At this time of the year, we celebrate the birth of Jesus.  Most depictions of his birth include a manger scene to emphasize his lowly birth—there was no room for him in the inn.  Even Jesus’ upbringing seems to emphasize … Continue reading →

Some Christians are very focused on using politics to achieve certain Christian goals they believe in and to which they are committed.  They spend a considerable time and effort to electing the right Congress persons or getting the right judges … Continue reading →

Étienne Gilson, who is a French philosopher and historian of  philosophy, states there is no common ground of truth on which  science and religion can meet. [1]  My question is:  Why? Part of the problem lies with religion.  Religion tends … Continue reading →

When we hear or read about the various atrocities committed in our world such as the millions killed by Hitler, Stalin, and Mao, we more than likely blame the leader of that country at that time and maybe a few … Continue reading →

We hear a lot about diversity these days but one aspect of diversity that we hear little about is diversity of thought.  It seems that everyone wants everyone else to agree with them and the Christian community is no exception.   … Continue reading →

Two Mormon young men were on their two year missionary trip.  Effie and Leonard, who were Southern Baptists their whole lives, lived in a small Oklahoma town.  These four people met when the Mormon boys knocked on Effie and Leonard’s … Continue reading →

Now everyone will agree the Bible is a serious book.  It deals with life and death issues and with what happens to us after our life ends.  But is God always serious?  Does God laugh?  If we are made in … Continue reading →