Archive for the ‘Theology’ Category

What’s the point of prayer? »

What’s the point of prayer?

I’ve been giving this subject a lot of thought and am curious what others think. Before I start researching scholarly works and writing, let’s talk about it.

Spiritual Warfare Recap: Spiritual Warfare Is Similar to Miracles »

Spiritual Warfare Is Similar to Miracles

After reading a recent article at Alternet, I really began wondering whether some people had been deceived into thinking they were practicing spiritual warfare.

The best sermon I have heard in a long while »

This sermon is about how we ought to support our pastors and try to make ministry easier. It was brilliant and wonderful. Kara Goeke is a very special lady.

What religious questions need answered? »

It seems that a lot of the questions about religious doctrine have already been answered, so why do we keep writing books and essays about the same old things?

Spiritual Warfare Recap: The Truth About Discernment »

The Truth About Discernment

A lot of people seem to equate a relationship with God as the same as the gift of discernment. That’s not actually what it is–listen in to learn more.

Spiritual Warfare Recap: Foundations »

Foundations

After a long absence, I’ve finally picked up with the podcast where I left off. This week, we’re talking about building foundations during times of peace in preparation for times of stress or trouble.

Christians Are Not Obligated to Poverty »

Christians Are Not Obligated to Poverty

The scriptures are clear that while we have a duty to the poor, we do not have a duty to be poor.

First thoughts on Letter to a Christian Nation »

First thoughts on Letter to a Christian Nation

I’m currently reading an anti-Christian, pro-Atheist book and taking notes as I go. So far, it’s interesting, but not compelling.

Religion Defined »

Defining Religion

My “final” in this semester’s Religion 580 class was to write a single page defining religion. The first sentence should be our core definition, with the rest of the paper elaborating on that sentence.

Spiritual Warfare Recap: Holy Water »

Holy Water

A few weeks ago I created holy water to consecrate a church building and protect the area and those within it. Tune in to hear about the uses of holy water, how to create it, and how to dispose of it after you’re done.