Has another Christian — probably an Evangelical — ever asked you, “are you saved?” Sometimes conversing with other Christians makes me more uncomfortable than any other kind of human interaction. Invariably the small differences in our theology seem large in the context of our mutual love of Jesus. At some point in talking with an… Continue reading Are You Saved?
Giving Gifts Cards to God
What do you get for a God who has everything? Every year in June, I turn another year older. I tell my wife Susan to let our family and friends know that I don’t want any party or gifts. She lovingly reminds me that it’s not my birthright to command how or what the people… Continue reading Giving Gifts Cards to God
Does Prayer “Work?”
A close family member who was raised Christian, but is now an atheist, told me once over dinner, “it’s funny, but even though I don’t think it does anything, I still pray when I’m worried or stressed.” I see no paradox. I’ve prayed daily since I was a child, yet there are many times I’ve… Continue reading Does Prayer “Work?”
There Are So Many Religions, They Must All Be Wrong
Earlier this year, comedian and outspoken atheist Ricky Gervais debated “Late Show” host Stephen Colbert on matters of religion. Watch these two smart dudes here. When Colbert asserted his belief in the triune God, Gervais replied: