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The Screwtape Letters is a brilliant perspective on considering the Devil and demons. I believe it is very relevant. What I have found is Satan is dealing with people according to their preconceived notions. Most Americans have little belief in the spiritual realm, so I believe Satan would keep...

I think that I grew up in a church where the church model was to do evangelism by inviting people to church services whether they be revivals or regular services. This definitely impacts the way the church interacts with the world. Biblically, most evangelism in the NT occurred outside in the...

Thank you for taking the time to write this up, it is a helpful explanation. I've always held to inerrancy, but haven't taken the time to think about some of these distinctions. One thing I've noticed as I've went on in this life. I have encountered many who say they hold to inerrancy, but...

This is in imperfect forum for Christian community. It is difficult for us to know when one another is hurting or in need. I'm glad you felt willing to share your pain. This online forum is not a replacement for true Christian community, but we want to do what we can to pray for you and...

Thanks Nancy! I love his writings as well. In the book I wrote, I used many of his quotes to begin chapters and set the theme for the chapter. Here is a free chapter/sample if you are interested: Help My Unbelief

An interesting aside to this topic, this is greatly impacted by whether or not you live in a society that values so-called Christian ethics. What I mean is, there are cultures that have a foundation that is based on rewarding things like character, hard work, honesty and self discipline. In...

Reminds me of this C.S. Lewis quote, "If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world." He mentions drugs, but there are many different things we pursue in our attempt to fill that God-shaped void that only He...

I lived in a culture where it was normal to kiss others in greeting. You were more likely to kiss someone who was a friend of the same sex, than of the opposite sex. (on the cheek) People would kiss the hands of elders as a sign of respect. I'm not there now, but I can imagine Covid has made it...

You should realize that crying out to God and other believers for help is exactly the right thing to do. God wants to hear our groans. Life on this planet is hard and should leave us wanting more. You are not alone with God and you are not alone in Christ. We are here as your brothers and...

They've been on this path for awhile. Europe and the Obama era US were all in for Globalism. It seems like things are accelerating.

Using "most", "always" and "never" is tricky, but I agree that misunderstanding of these type of Biblical truths is very damaging and limiting for believers. We need a healthy model of growing in our relationship with God and a healthy community that will encourage that. Discipleship and good...

It is important to understand how our own experiences impact our view of God. The Bible talks about God as a Heavenly Father, but for people whose father was abusive or absent, it is difficult to separate this and see God as fully loving. Jesus and God are very real and present and over time, as...

I agree somewhat with the original post, but I believe there are certain important limitations. There are core matters and disputable matters. Core matters relate to salvation and going against the clear teaching of the Bible. If people are adding to or taking away from what it means to be...

The amazing thing is the New Testament view of God provides many examples of a relationship with God that could be defined as pleasing. The key to this question is the context of faith in Christ. Outside of Christ, we cannot please God, but through salvation in Jesus Christ, we have become...

I really believe that is what it means to be a follower of Christ. We are to know Him. To know God. It's a journey to grow to know Him more every day as we walk with Him. That is one of the reasons this is one of my life verses: Philippians 3:10 (AMP) - For my determined purpose is that I may...

I would think that most atheism is tied to bad theology. Either people never had a good, sound understanding of faith or they were taught a perverted form of it. Unfortunately, religion and churches often teach a kind of theology that when it is held up to people's experiences, it leaves them...

How'd it go? Praying for a speedy recovery.

So sad to read all of this, praying for complete healing and a miracle.

I agree, more and more of the decisions we see are impacting the rights of the individual and protecting the power of large companies. As I addressed in my article, individual independence seems to be a threat, especially financial independence. So much financial independence was destroyed in...

Your post reminded me of a meme I saw and then wrote an article about. You are welcome to read the article, but I thought you might enjoy this meme: https://link.medium.com/un32VY2Gpdb