From Growing Pains to Gospel Pains: Kirk Cameron’s Shift on Hell

Kirk Cameron’s Announcement Kirk Cameron, the familiar face from Growing Pains and the Left Behind films, recently surprised many by announcing his belief in annihilationism. For decades he’s been known not only as a TV star but also as a bold evangelist. His School of Biblical Evangelism and the “Way of the Master” program he … Continue reading From Growing Pains to Gospel Pains: Kirk Cameron’s Shift on Hell

Common Misuses of the Bible in Modern Politics

1. “The Bible Supports Unrestricted Equality for Immigrants” It is true that God commanded Israel to treat “the sojourner” with kindness, fairness, and protection from oppression (Ex. 22:21; Lev. 19:33–34). Nevertheless, the Law gave clear priority to Israelite citizens in a bunch of areas including interest, debt release, Jubilee, land inheritance, and leadership. Some hostile … Continue reading Common Misuses of the Bible in Modern Politics

Does God Want All to be Saved? Calvinism and the Two Wills of God

“God is not double-minded. He can decree one thing and desire another, because He has layers of purposes.” 0 — John Piper Many Christians wrestle with a tension in Scripture. On one hand, it says that God "desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth" (1 Tim 2:4) … Continue reading Does God Want All to be Saved? Calvinism and the Two Wills of God

Calvinism is True “Because God…”

If anything affecting someone's salvation can be finally controlled by the action, inaction, or governing parameters of God, then God is ultimately sovereign over salvation, and Calvinism is essentially true. In other words, if we prod into the reasons for someone’s salvation, and the conversation ends up with a statement beginning with “because God…”, Calvinism … Continue reading Calvinism is True “Because God…”

Rediscovering Worship: Ephesians 5:19 Insights

Friends and family ask why I, as a decades-long contemporary worship leader, have left the contemporary worship scene. For a brief overview, I created a few reels on my social media platform (click here). For a deeper dive, I wrote this article. My Personal Journey I've been involved in the worship ministry for as long … Continue reading Rediscovering Worship: Ephesians 5:19 Insights

The Quest for Apostolic Continuity: Navigating the Claims of Eastern Orthodoxy

In recent years, there has been a notable surge in conversions to Eastern Orthodoxy. This trend may be attributed to its alleged guardianship of the original apostolic teachings and sacred traditions; an appealing alternative for Protestants who are frustrated with the fragmentation and pop-culture orientation prevailing in the protestant ecosystem. However, an evaluation of these … Continue reading The Quest for Apostolic Continuity: Navigating the Claims of Eastern Orthodoxy

From Apostles to Elders: The Evolution of Church Government

Determining a biblical model of church government is no small feat, given the evolving nature of leadership in the New Testament era, and the lack of exhaustive, step-by-step ecclesiastical instructions. This article seeks to navigate these complexities by examining the principles and practices of New Testament church governance, with the aim of discerning a model … Continue reading From Apostles to Elders: The Evolution of Church Government

God and Country? Ten Key Points about the Christian and Government

In light of the upcoming election, with its whirlwind of debates, promises, lies and controversies, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and disillusioned. As a Christian, navigating the political landscape can be particularly challenging. This article aims to outline ten key points regarding the Christian and government. These points will provide a thoughtful perspective on how … Continue reading God and Country? Ten Key Points about the Christian and Government

Clarifying Calvinist Concepts for Arminians

Judging from the numerous posts I see online where non-Calvinists (often Arminians) attack Calvinists for depicting a God who causes sin and treats the reprobate unfairly, I think it’s time to make a post to bring some clarity and cultivate unity.  Below are eight Calvinistic propositions which significantly intersect with Arminian theology, yet are either … Continue reading Clarifying Calvinist Concepts for Arminians