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Book Review – Bridge Building Apologetics
Lindsey Mendenwaldt’s “Bridge Building Apologetics” focuses on the importance of prayer, wisdom, and character when discussing faith with others. The book emphasizes the need for kindness, respect, and reliance on the Holy Spirit when engaging in conversations about faith. It offers valuable insights on handling disagreements and mockery with grace and understanding, making it an…
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Is Christianity a Blind Faith
Can Christianity be described as a blind faith? It depends on what you mean by “faith.” Rather than using a separate definition of faith for religious belief than we use for other concepts, it would be better to use the same definition in all situations. When we do, we find that almost everything contains an…
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Do People Go to Hell for not Believing in Jesus
Does unbelief cause someone to spend eternity in Hell? Or is it that we are justly condemned for our sin? The moment sin entered the world, God launched a plan of salvation to bring us back to Himself. It’s the sin the keeps us from Him. Not believing in Jesus is just a way of…
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Energy Balance
Today, we will provide a high-level overview of calories and energy balance, emphasizing their role in weight management. We discuss the importance of understanding energy balance, the inaccuracy of calorie measurements, and the need to focus on long-term trends rather than daily fluctuations. We conclude with a reminder to prioritize simplicity in health and fitness.
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God, the Bible, and Slavery
This week, we look at the issue of slavery in a biblical context. We will acknowledge the challenge it poses for Christians in reconciling such practices with the concept of a good and loving God. We will argue that God may allow behavior He finds immoral due to the flawed nature of man. We’ll take…
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Undesigned Coincidences
The concept of “undesigned coincidences” in the Bible refers to seemingly incidental details that clarify or resolve ambiguities in other passages. For example, in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, an apparent inconsistency about Jesus being asked to identify who struck him is resolved as Luke mentions that Jesus was blindfolded. Similarly, unnoticed details about…
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Civil Discourse
We all carry certain beliefs, many of which guide our decisions and interactions. While some of these beliefs may be false, the challenge lies in establishing which ones are accurate. Our level of certainty varies across different beliefs, and it’s crucial to remain humble and open-minded during discussions. Challenging our beliefs helps refine them and…
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