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To say that I have thought a lot about the relationship between theology and sexuality would be an understatement. It simply wasn't an option for anyone who grew up during the 90s who intended to take their faith seriously. It was the question. It was the question I
Not surprisingly, considering their moniker, evangelicals have historically emphasized the evangelization of culture. Those within a culture are divided into the saved and the unsaved. The duty of every evangelical is spiritual activism to discover the unsaved and direct them toward salvation. In effect, the priority of relationships is spiritual
The other day I went out for coffee with a friend. My friend is the type of person that has been with me through some dark times. He often says just the right words to comfort, challenge, and make me feel loved and valued. There is wisdom in his words.
This post contains frank discussions about religious trauma, sexuality, and self-harm. If you need healing, it's never too late to get help. Reading the Christian Bible and not grappling with the ancient concept of sin is almost impossible. It is there shortly after "in the beginning,
Since the United States overturned the landmark ruling Roe v. Wade, social media has been bursting with "gotcha memes" and ideological grenades. If there is one topic that seems to divide us, reduce our civility, impassion us, and reveal our values, it seems to be abortion. I must
Suffering is often the biggest obstacle to belief in the Christian God. As the 17th c. philosopher Pierre Bayle points out in his Historical and Critical Dictionary, it is always better to prevent something terrible from happening. God could simply do so if he wishes. To give a reason for
I was staring in the bathroom mirror with a sick feeling of shame. What had I done to feel this horrible feeling? Said an angry word to my child? Fought with my wife? What sin had I committed? The answer: I had made love to my wife. But I love
This series has so far been an attempt to build a steel man of some of the arguments against Christianity. The steel-manning technique is when one attempts to present an opposing argument fairly and in the best possible light. When practiced, it allows all parties involved to evaluate their
We've all heard the argument: "You are only a Christian because your parents are Christians," or "You only believe this because of where you were born." A trained apologist will often retort summoning the "genetic fallacy" defence spell and deflect the criticism
For as long as I can remember, I found the topic of apologetics intriguing. I've always been a sucker for a good debate. The quick wit of Christopher Hitchens and the sharp analytical mind of William Lane Craig are testaments to the rich capability of the human mind.
On a drive to Toronto the other day, I noticed on a Hamilton city bus the words "Merry Christmas" scrolling across its digital sign. While waiting for the GO Train, I assisted two women who were wearing lanyards with the words "I love Jesus" written on