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ESV Expository Commentary
Genesis–Numbers The ESV Expository Commentary: Genesis–Numbers is a model of what a modern, pastorally sensitive, and theologically responsible commentary should be. It successfully balances careful exegesis, literary awareness, historical context, and Christ-centered theological reflection, all while remaining readable and useful for pastors, teachers, and serious students of Scripture. One of the most…
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The Kalam Reimagined
A Published Philosophical and Scientific Argument for a Personal Creator Abstract This paper presents a contemporary refinement of the Kalam Cosmological Argument, integrating developments in analytic philosophy and modern cosmology to argue for the existence of a transcendent personal Creator. Rather than beginning with theological premises, the argument proceeds from…
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A Needed Guide to Early Christian Voices
A Review of William Varner’s Introducing the Apostolic Fathers For many Christians, there is a large and unnecessary gap between the world of the New Testament and the rise of later church history. We often jump straight from the book of Acts to the Reformation or to modern Christianity, as though…
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The Quadratic Equation and the Mystery of God
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.” — Psalm 19:1 (LSB) There is a language hidden in creation, a language not made of vowels and consonants but of symbols, numbers, and patterns. It is the language of mathematics. From the spiraling arms of galaxies…
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Glossary of Terms from Mere Christianity for the Digital Age
A companion guide to help readers navigate the theological, philosophical, and cultural vocabulary used throughout the book. IntroductionIn a world where conversations about faith often happen in soundbites, memes, and comment threads, clear language matters. This glossary is designed to help readers of Mere Christianity for the Digital Age (to be released…
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Sarcasm Isn’t a Strategy
Why Tone Matters in a World of Mockery This special blog is only available to subscribers. Please keep and eye out for my upcoming book, Mere Christianity for the Digital Age: Can Faith Survive the Internet? (available this fall from Trilogy Publishing) and keep it in prayer. “Let your speech…
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The Lie of Affirmation
Why Love Demands More Than Agreement This special blog is only available to subscribers. Please keep and eye out for my upcoming book, Mere Christianity for the Digital Age: Can Faith Survive the Internet? (available this fall from Trilogy Publishing) and keep it in prayer. “Faithful are the wounds of…
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The Gospel vs. the Algorithm
How Christianity Challenges the Attention Economy This special blog is only available to subscribers. And keep and eye out for my upcoming book, Mere Christianity for the Digital Age: Can Faith Survive the Internet? (available this fall from Trilogy Publishing) “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm…
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Are We Living in a Holographic Universe?
What Physics Might Be Saying About God “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth… and in him all things hold together.”— Colossians 1:16–17 (ESV) The Scientific Puzzle: Reality May Not Be What It Seems Modern physics is increasingly willing to admit that the universe may be…
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חֶסֶד The Unshakable Love of God
The Deep Meaning of the Hebrew word “Chesed“ The Hebrew language is filled with words that carry layers of meaning, and one of the richest is chesed (חֶסֶד). Often translated as “lovingkindness,” “mercy,” or “steadfast love,” chesed represents far more than what these English words convey. It is a term that speaks of covenant…
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Brigid of Kildare
Thinkers and Theologians Brigid of Kildare (c. 451–525 AD) was one of Ireland’s most revered saints, known for founding monastic communities, promoting Christian education, and exemplifying charity and hospitality. As the patron saint of Ireland, alongside St. Patrick and St. Columba, Brigid played a crucial role in shaping early Irish Christianity, blending monastic discipline, pastoral care,…
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Cassiodorus
Thinkers and Theologians Cassiodorus (c. 485–585 AD) was a Roman statesman, scholar, and Christian theologian whose work played a pivotal role in preserving classical knowledge and shaping medieval Christian education. Born into a noble family in southern Italy, Cassiodorus served in the Ostrogothic court, where he became a trusted official under King Theodoric the Great. However,…
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Benedict of Nursia
Thinkers and Theologians Benedict of Nursia (c. 480–547 AD) was one of the most influential figures in Christian history, best known for founding Western monasticism and writing the Rule of St. Benedict, a guide that shaped the spiritual and communal life of monastic communities for centuries. Born in Nursia, Italy, Benedict rejected the corruption of…
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Theodoret of Cyrus
Thinkers and Theologians Theodoret of Cyrus (c. 393–457 AD) was a prolific theologian, bishop, and historian whose writings played a significant role in shaping early Christian doctrine, particularly in the context of the Christological controversies of the 5th century. Born in Antioch, Theodoret received a classical education before embracing a…
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15 Things Some Atheists Get Wrong About the Bible
“For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword.” – Hebrews 4:12 The Bible is one of the most influential books in human history, shaping cultures, ethics, and belief systems. Yet, some atheists misunderstand its content, context, and purpose, leading to faulty critiques. Below are 15 common errors…
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