faith… Postmodernism and the Christian Church 4 Feb 2022 Introduction Postmodernism has encroached into American society with ferocity. Their insidious concepts of subjectable truth and institutional power corrupt the common good and further spread Marxist ideas of systemic corruption.…
Politics… A Biblical Critique of Social Justice Theory 30 Jan 2022 Social justice, in the sense that it is being inculcated in our society today, does not mean what most Christians think it means. Social Justice does not mean equal justice…
apologetics… How Should One Die? 29 Jan 2022 With the death tolls rising due to rioting, sinful misconduct, and general hatred, R-Rated Religion thought it might serve the public by giving a theological look into death and dying.…
faith… Conflict – A Biblical Look 28 Jan 2022 The term conflict invokes mostly negative connotations within secular societies, faith-based communities, and religious organizations. Aside from competitive sports or sanctioned debate, conflict comes with a certain amount of baggage…
apologetics… The Relevance of Faith Amid the Global Pandemic 27 Jan 2022 All too often we, as Christians, allow society to shape and direct our motives. It is very easy to allow our secular surroundings to seep into our faith and dilute…
faith… Practicing the word-centered life 25 Jan 2022February 18, 2022 Practicing a word-centered life is the key to spiritual formation. Theology is the foundation and direction but pragmatic principles and practices to forming the spirit into the character of Christ…
apologetics… What is Spiritual Formation? 21 Jan 2022February 12, 2022 Introduction The process of spiritual formation is essentially taking on the character of Christ in the everyday life of the believer. This requires proper biblical interpretation of key spiritual forming…
apologetics… The Suffering Servant: A 3 Part Bible Study 4 Jan 2022 The Suffering Servant The idea of the Suffering Servant is one of the greatest concepts in the Bible. It iswhat John MacArthur refers to as “vicarious substitutionary atonement.”[1] The suffering…
Bible Study… Wisdom Principles of the Pentateuch 31 Dec 2021 The Pentateuch (aka: Torah) tells a personal story of God setting up and leading His theocracy before their entrance into the promised land. What we can ascertain about studying these…
Bible Study… Did Joshua Fulfill God’s Plan? 29 Dec 2021 Introduction The question at hand is whether Joshua fulfilled God’s plan for his life. Scholars tend to differ on this topic stating his failure to rid the promised land of…
apologetics… Watch “Before You Test PROPHECY Today, You Must First Define What You Mean By “PROPHECY”” on YouTube 24 Dec 2021January 23, 2022 https://youtu.be/U2HBDvyFbqs prophecy: The disclosing of the will and purposes of God through inspired or Spirit-filled human beings. The OT emphasizes the importance of prophecy as a means of knowing God.…
apologetics… HOW SHOULD WE BEST SERVE THE DYING AND BEREAVED? 18 Dec 2021 Introduction The concept of death and dying takes on different roles in different cultures, families, and beliefs. This makes serving dying persons or bereaved very difficult and subjective. Biblical thanatology…
Bible Study… Jeremiah 20:7-18; An Exegesis 10 Sep 2021January 26, 2022 Introduction The book of Jeremiah is the longest book of the Bible. To many, it is also one of the saddest and more arduous books of the Old Testament. It…
apologetics… Biblical Canon: A Short History & Proof of Divinity 2 Sep 2021January 20, 2022 The Bible Canon The story of the Biblical Canon is the story of love, faith, and perseverance. No greater story has been told in the history of human literature. For…
Bible Study… Romans and Philippians in Spiritual Formation 31 Aug 2021January 20, 2022 Spiritual formation is integral to the life of a Christian. Its applications need to be rooted in biblical theology. Two important scriptures that set up spiritual formation can be found…
Commentary… The Episcopal Church in North America: A Concise Analysis 29 Aug 2021January 20, 2022 A sound theological foundation should be the basis for any denomination or religious-based form of worship. In the Christian faith, the theological foundation should be rooted in biblical scripture. Many…
Bible Study… Psalm 1:1-6: An Exegesis 26 Aug 2021January 20, 2022 Introduction The book of the Psalms is one of the most treasured books in all the canonized scriptures. It is used in many worship services in both Jewish synagogues and…
faith… The Day of Our Lord: America and Impending Judgment 25 Aug 2021January 20, 2022 The phrase “the day of our Lord” has immense significance in both testaments and should be of vital importance to Christendom in the modern world. Even though the global Christian…
Bible Study… Philippians: A Panorama Report 22 Aug 2021January 20, 2022 The book of Philippians was written by the apostle Paul, from prison to the early Christian church in Philippi. Finding a central theme for this epistle has been difficult; "Since…
Bible Study… Israel’s First Monarch 20 Aug 2021August 28, 2021 Samuel’s Anger and Israel’s First Monarch Why was Samuel angry that the people asked for a king? In addition, why was Israel’s first king such a failure if God’s will…
faith… Spiritual Formation: Contemplative & Holiness Traditions 18 Jul 2021August 28, 2021 Introduction Spiritual formation theology is not enough for true transformation. In order to align oneself with the actions and person of Jesus Christ, it is helpful to instill certain practices…
apologetics… Morality & Ethics: A Biblical Approach 17 Jul 2021August 28, 2021 Morality and integrity are at the core of a life lived in the discipleship of Jesus Christ. Andrew Dubrin (Professor of Management Emeritus at the E. Philip Saunders College of…
apologetics… An Abductive Moral Argument for Theism 11 Jul 2021August 28, 2021 Introduction The topic of morality is a precarious one. It is often invoked in cultural or political arenas without any pushback as to what morality is or where its foundations…
apologetics… Roots of Spiritual Formation 28 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 The Two Staples of Spiritual Formation Anyone interested in the Christian way of life would rightly understand the concept of spiritual formation. It is essentially the sanctifying process by which…
apologetics… Watch “Can You Make The Case For A LOCAL FLOOD From Scripture Alone?” on YouTube 26 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 https://youtu.be/tIWTb3RED44 This is an interesting viewpoint on the global flood controversy within theological circles. It is a small, but interesting, debate on whether their was a global flood or a…
Bible Study… Who Is Melchizedek? 21 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 Definitions Matter: “Melchizedek: Mysterious biblical personality whose name means “king of righteousness.” The historical record about this priest-king is contained in Genesis 14:18–20; Psalm 110:4; and Hebrews 5:10; 6:20; 7:1–17.”[1]…
apologetics… Who Owns the Rainbow? 16 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 Did you ever stop and notice what happened to the Christian view of the rainbow? When you walk down the street or ride in a car and see a sign…
apologetics… Book Review: The Gospel in the Marketplace of Ideas 6 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 This article is a short review of the book by Paul Copan and Kenneth D. Litwak called The Gospel in the Marketplace of Ideas: Paul's Mars Hill Experience for Our…
Bible Study… Imago Dei 3 Jun 2021August 28, 2021 “Image of God A phrase found several times in the book of Genesis (Gen 1:7–27; 5:1–3; 9:6). Distinguishes humankind from the animal and plant kingdoms. Elevates humankind above all terrestrial…
religion… What is Anglican Grace? 1 Jun 2021June 16, 2021 The following short essay is short expose on Grace from the Anglican tradition. The Anglican perspective is that of reformed (little r) theology. Although the Anglican communion was formulated directly…
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