What I learned through serving as a church elder.

What is it like serving as an elder at a church? How does serving as a shepherd help you to get to know the Shepherd better?

What is the definition of racism?

What is racism? Why is there so much arguing over what makes a person a racist? Why are definitions so important?

Why I am no longer a Republican.

Why I am no longer a Republican. With Donald Trump as the standard bearer for the Republican party, I can no longer in good conscience identify myself as a Republican.

Are there two different versions of Islam?

Are there two different versions of Islam? Why does the Mecca version of Islam teach peace while the Medina version of Islam teaches violence?

Not forsaking the assembling — What does it mean?

Should churches obey government restrictions against meeting in light of Hebrews 10:25? What does it really mean to not forsake assembling together?

Friendly fire — Why do Christians attack each other?

Friendly fire — Why do Christians attack each other? Why do some Christians spend more time fighting other Christians than contending for the faith?

Show me the money! Should Christians fear a cashless society?

Is a cashless society a sign of the end times? Is there anything wrong with the world moving towards entirely digital currency?

Swallowing a Camel: Legalism, Elevators, and Thermostats

Why did Jesus have such harsh words for the Pharisees? What does it mean to strain out a gnat but swallow a camel?

Are you ready for your daily propaganda?

Are you ready for your daily propaganda? Is there so much spin in the news that it is actually more like propaganda than actual news?

How should Christians view the “defund the police” movement?

How should Christians view the “defund the police” movement? What would the world be like without the police?