The Right to Life: Revisiting Terms and Truths in the Abortion Debate
I think we need to return “humanity” to the terms we use when describing the unborn. We need to use a term that identifies the unborn as a precious human being and connects it to the continuing life of this human being over time, both in the womb during pregnancy and out of the womb after birth. So rather than use the term “fetus” when describing the unborn, we should use the word “fetal human”.
The Revolutionary Message of Jesus
What if Jesus of Nazareth was right? What if the image of him we hold today, shaped by centuries of tradition, doesn't fully capture the revolutionary figure he truly was? What if Jesus didn’t come to establish another religion, but to spark a political, social, economic, intellectual, and spiritual revolution—one that would transform the entire world?
Signs and Wonders: In Defense of Miracles
Miracles, by definition, lie outside scientific explanations. Miracles are God’s intervention in nature. To assert that miracles are not possible is really atheism. The real question is not whether miracles occur, but whether God exists. If God exists, then miracles are possible; in fact, they are highly probable. Miracles are an extraordinary event that is an exception to natural law (not a violation), done by the power of God (an agent who transcends physical nature) to create or confirm faith. A miracle is not breaking any of the laws of nature rather it is the intervention of the supernatural in nature.
The Dangers of Woke Ideology and Critical Race Theory
We live in a time where the concepts of systemic racism and white privilege have led to a new form of racial shaming, where simply being born white is enough to label someone as a racist. No matter how actively one may have fought against racism in the past, the current climate demands that white people accept an inherent guilt based on their skin color, regardless of their personal beliefs or actions.
Are We Alone in the Universe?
Despite decades of searching, the silence of the cosmos remains unbroken. This paradox, known as the Fermi Paradox, challenges our expectations and leads us to consider why, in a universe seemingly ripe for life, we have yet to encounter any signs of extraterrestrial intelligence.
Did Christianity Borrow From Ancient Pagan Religions?
A recurring claim, especially on the internet, is that Christianity borrowed its core beliefs from ancient pagan religions. Critics argue that elements such as the virgin birth, the divine Son of God, his death for humanity, and resurrection were all borrowed from earlier myths. This idea was popularized by scholars like James G. Frazer in his book, “The Golden Bough” and has been echoed in various documentaries such as The God Who Wasn’t There (2005), Zeitgeist (2007), and Religulous (2008). This claim has been largely discredited by modern scholarship.
We Are All Believers and Unbelievers
Belief and unbelief are not mutually exclusive states of being. They coexist within each of us, shaping our perceptions, actions, and interactions with the world around us. Belief is often thought of as a binary concept: you either believe, or you don't. However, a person might be a devout believer in God and Jesus yet question specific church doctrines or practices. Another person might emphasize reason and science yet admit a spiritual reality exists. The Skeptic exists in every person. They just experience differing levels of skepticism with regard to differing aspects of life.
Understanding Death
Death is a multifaceted concept with two primary aspects: Death Itself; The Process of Dying. Both of these aspects tend to evoke a deep-seated aversion within us. We often shy away from discussing them openly. The fear they inspire is almost universal. Yet, for a Christian, death itself should not be a source of fear. In Christian belief, death is seen as a transition—a gateway from this life to eternal life. This perspective shifts the focus from fear to faith, viewing death as a passage rather than an end.
The Galileo Controversy
The Galileo controversy is often used to demonstrate that the Catholic Church and Christianity are anti-science. The claim is that the Catholic Church persecuted and severely punished Galileo for his scientific beliefs, condemning his scientific beliefs as heretical. However, the historical context of this incident tells a more complicated story characterized by individual personalities and political dynamics rather than a simple clash between religion and science.
Rethinking the Dark Ages: A Misunderstood Era
The term "Dark Ages" has long been used to describe the period of European history that spanned roughly from the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century to the beginning of the Renaissance in the 14th century. Traditionally, this era has been characterized as a time of intellectual stagnation, economic decline, and cultural regression. However, recent scholarship challenges this narrative, shedding light on the achievements and advancements that occurred during what we now call the Middle Ages. In this article, we will explore why the Dark Ages were not as dark as commonly perceived.