Short Answers: Why do people suffer for Adam’s sin?
Summary: Sin has consequences, and Adam’s rebellion caused the corruption of both himself and his descendants. Auspiciously, God provides humanity with a means to escape this detrimental condition, through the sacrificial atonement of Jesus. The doctrine of original sin is … Continued
Short Answers: Why Does God Allow Evil?
Summary: Evil results from humanity’s abuse of their free will, and while God permits evil to remain in the world, He ensures our suffering is not in vain, working everything together for the good of those who love Him. God … Continued
Destructive Heresies: Arianism
Introduction Challenging orthodox traditions, Arianism sought to abate Jesus of His divinity, rendering the Arian controversy a pivotal moment in the history of the Christian church. For this reason, Arianism often receives designation as the archetypal Christian deviation, a heresy … Continued
Freedom from the Law: Examining the Applicability of the Old Testament Law for Contemporary Christians
Introduction Church leaders have long sought to define the relationship between the Old Testament Law and the gospel while seeking to determine the applicability of Old Testament laws for Christian believers. Unfortunately, a consensus among modern theologians remains unattainable, producing … Continued
Resurrection Under Attack: Refuting the Swoon Theory
Introduction Unique among the religions of the world, Christianity boldly attributes its underpinning to a historical event—the resurrection of Jesus—rather than unsubstantiated acceptance. In an early letter written to Christians in Corinth, the apostle Paul ostensibly encourages cross-examination, challenging recipients … Continued
Is it Rational to Believe in God?
Introduction American media outlets propagate the notion that belief in God is simply ludicrous, while boisterous atheists within the scientific community actively echo the accusation. This atheistic sentiment is readily apparent throughout an article published by the Los Angeles Times, … Continued
Resurrection Under Attack: Refuting the Hallucination Hypothesis
Introduction Since the crucifixion of Jesus, opponents of Christianity have directly criticized the religion’s foundation, attempting to belie the historicity of Christ’s physical resurrection. Aiming to nullify Christianity and confute the prospect of supernatural intervention or divine involvement, skeptics and … Continued
Media Analysis: Self Magazine’s Pro-Choice Article
Background With the 2016 presidential election only weeks away, the topic of abortion is permeating media outlets, once again emerging as a predominant issue in the race for the White House. Advocates on both sides recognize this election as a … Continued
Defending Life: Refuting the Pro-Choice Position
Introduction After decades, the abortion debate remains a controversial issue, continuing to divide the American populace, while eroding the moral fabric of the country. Contention over national abortion policy continually unfurls in media headlines and is rapidly becoming a central … Continued
Outlining the Pro-Life Position
Abortion is a huge topic within America’s political landscape, yet emotion and deceptive rhetoric often cloud the issue. The purpose of this article is to outline the pro-life position, providing a logical argument to serve as a basis for further … Continued