Often when Christian’s talk with those of a different belief system or worldview, they have the idea that by simply presenting the facts and evidence for the Christian worldview, the person will “see” the truth, and embrace it. If only it were so! It is of course very important to be ready and able to […]

The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus will take place for many this Sunday. For most people these days, it is more-or-less a cultural event. I don’t necessarily mean they deny that the resurrection happened, but that they believe it based on their family and church affiliations, rather than as a result of their own […]

This is a response to material from Summit Ministries promoting the Contemplative practices of solitude, Lectio Divina, and the Rule of Life found in “Practicing the Disciplines of Jesus,” “Spiritual Disciplines Series: Meditating on Scripture, and “Family Rhythms for the New Year: A Guide for Christian Parents.” What is meant by “Contemplative?” The Contemplative Practices […]

(Editor’s Note: This originally appeared in the Summer/Fall 2001 edition of the MCOI Journal. This isn’t short but it is important in demonstrating how widely and easily false beliefs can spread through the church and culture.) Don’t you just love the VeggieTales videos? They communicate deep truths to children in a way that is both […]

It is often surprising how few seem to know why the New Testament epistles, and we would say the Gospel of John as well, were written. In the main, with the exception of Philemon, they were written to expose false teachers, false teachings, and bad behavior – while also laying down correct doctrine and proper […]