Security breeches and identity theft have become common. So much that you’re probably not shocked to hear when even more than half a million people are impacted. Well, some time ago, there was a leak at a site called Ashley Madison. That is a service that facilitates what they call “affairs and discreet married dating.“ […]
Why Legalism Just Plain Sucks
Often there’s no other way to say things than to just say them out loud: nothing makes me want to behave rebelliously more than legalism does. Of course, the truth is that I am prone to rebel. Like you, it’s in my DNA and, while they may differ, you and I have triggers. Little (or […]
Are We Living in Post-Christian America?
After having been inspired by a friend’s question concerning sin and societal acceptance, I previously wrote about it. Writing that article shed some light on the landscape of Christianity in America today, which further came to my realization after having lived in Europe for 3 years and returning to find America at a well-defined crossroad. […]
10 Extraordinary Women Who Influenced Christianity
Much has been written about the men who had an impact on Christianity and on the church, but what about some of the women of faith? I don’t know about you, but as I read through the Bible, I’m noticing a lot of reference to some quite influential women. There’s Deborah, a prophetess who judged […]
Is Sin Really Sinful?
After writing about the Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, I began thinking and writing about the impending arrival of post-Christian America when a reader asked a great and difficult question: What do we do if, as a Christian, what we consider “sin” is acceptable in other areas of society? What you do with sin […]
7 Biblical Ways to Respond to Same Sex Marriage with Truth and Grace
Note: This post was originally published on June 29, 2015, and has been updated in 2025 to provide fresh insights and relevant guidance for today’s context while maintaining its Biblical foundation. While cultural conversations continue to evolve, our commitment to Biblical truth expressed with grace remains unchanged. As with every topic I address, the subjects […]
