Faith & Culture

How faith fits in (or doesn’t) with society, government, politics, and civic duty from a grounded Biblical stance.

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Would Jesus heal an ISIS fighter?

Jesus healed the enemies of His own people without hesitation. What does that mean for how we think about forgiveness, mercy, and those we struggle to imagine receiving grace? This reflection looks at faith, healing, and the patterns our hearts fall into when we judge who is worthy of God’s compassion.

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Roe is dead. Will Christians turn to saving souls?
2022 Archive: Post-Roe Reflection

2022 Archive: A reflection written the day Roe v. Wade was overturned, asking whether the church will focus on political victories or Christ-like mercy.

Do you know what Advent is about?
November 2, 2026 by chris
It’s Advent season. But do we know what it is? What Advent is about? For instance, do we realize that […]
To the Angel of the Church in (Revelation)
October 30, 2026 by chris
Unpacking the mystery of the "angels of the seven churches" in Revelation reveals that Jesus' letters were never meant for distant heavenly entities or isolated leaders alone. Instead, they issue a timeless, relational call to every believer, establishing a shared, communal responsibility for the spiritual health and truth of the church.
Artificial Intelligence vs. Superintelligence5 Major AI Models Weigh In on Their Identity
September 29, 2026 by Chris
We asked ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini, and Perplexity the exact same four questions about whether AI is truly "Superintelligence." Read their unedited responses as five of today's top AI models weigh in on their own identity, capabilities, and limits.
“Don’t” in Eden: Did God command or warn Adam?How this one issue affects our entire view of God
September 28, 2026 by Chris
If you’re told, “Don’t do this”—or, “You must not do this because...”–do you perceive them the same? Probably not. How we read a similar statement at the very beginning of the Bible completely changes our view of God’s character, and how we respond to His offer of salvation. Let's look at the choice we have […]
Free salvation – How can it cost nothing but ask for everything?Counting the Cost: Part 1 — Why "Free" Salvation Asks for Everything
September 8, 2026 by Chris
We often talk about salvation as a free gift, but what happens when we open the box? This post begins a three-part look at Jesus’ command to "count the cost"—starting with why God’s free gift of salvation ultimately requires our whole lives.

Faith & Culture

Would Jesus heal an ISIS fighter?

Roe is dead. Will Christians turn to saving souls?2022 Archive: Post-Roe Reflection

Roe is dead. Will Christians turn to saving souls?
2022 Archive: Post-Roe Reflection