Why So Harsh, God? The Census, the Plague, and the Problem of Evil

Few passages unsettle readers more than David’s census and the resulting plague recorded in 1 Chronicles 21 and 2 Samuel 24. The account forces us to grapple with difficult truths: human sin, divine punishment, God’s sovereignty, Satan’s involvement, and the mystery of suffering. At first glance, the situation seems unfair—even harsh. Why would God punish … Continue reading Why So Harsh, God? The Census, the Plague, and the Problem of Evil

The Mission of Middle Ground Theology

In these divisive times, Middle Ground Theology exists to humbly interact with historically debated theological issues, with a goal of appreciating common ground, brainstorming creative Biblical rapprochements, or simply demonstrating gracious disagreement. Our interaction is intentionally "quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger" (James 1:19). Our mantra is "In Essentials Unity, In … Continue reading The Mission of Middle Ground Theology