Our faith will be challenged in this world. It may be challenged by friends, co-workers or even family members. Our faith will most certainly be challenged by the leading voices of our culture. In the face of questions, we can lose confidence. That’s why it is essential to know what we believe and why we believe it. Responding to people’s challenges can get complicated. 1 Peter 3:15 instructs us to “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”
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The Church Is Responsible for So Much Oppression and Injustice
February 5, 2017
by Mark Stuenzi
Any honest assessment of church history would show that the church has an imperfect track record. Events like the Crusades or the Inquisitions cause some people to question why they should become Christ followers. For others it’s the hypocrisy and character flaws they see in the lives of the people around them. But is it really fair to judge a message by some of it’s messengers? Is it really true that the influence of Christianity has been more negative than positive overall?
Science Explains Life, So God Isn't Needed
February 12, 2017
by Mark Stuenzi
We live in a day when science has replaced God in the minds of many people. People of faith are often seen as anti-intellectual and enemies of science. However, if we think deeply, we realize that there are many deeper questions for which science does not provide satisfying answers. The truth is, scientific discoveries can actually be a source of revelation about God – what theologians sometimes call ‘’general revelation.”
We All Have to Find Our Own Truth
February 19, 2017
by Dan White
It is true that we all have the right to believe what we choose. It's become popular to say that all beliefs are equally true. When this thinking is applied to religion, people say that all religions are the same and you just need to find what works for you. However, the Bible is clear that Jesus of Nazareth is the one, true way of salvation for mankind. But, if the idea of exclusive truth is false then Christianity cannot stand.
Dead People Don't Come Back to Life
February 26, 2017
by Mark Stuenzi
The resurrection is the cornerstone of the Gospel message. It’s what sets Christianity apart from every other religion. As the Apostle Paul wrote, “If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith.” But how do we know it really happened? Maybe the disciples conspired to create the resurrection story. Or maybe Jesus never really died and was resuscitated by the coolness of the damp tomb. Is the resurrection just an urban legend?