Category Archives: Worldview

A Christian Perspective on Mortgage Bailout

As talk of more government spending to help bail out struggling homeowners spreads, I have to admit I am pondering what it is going to mean for me, my children and even my grandchildren.  I know the money has to come from somewhere … Continue reading

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Build-A-Baby: If you could pick the perfect child…

I was reading an article posted on Yahoo! news about how it may be possible in the future to select the genetic traits you want your child to possess.  Want a boy?  No problem.  How about blue eyes?  No problem.  … Continue reading

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Obama Closes Gitmo – Who Is Acting More Christian Now?

President Obama has signed an executive order that will shut down the Guantanamo Bay detention center.  This detention center has come under frequent attack during the Iraq war with accusations of improper treatment of detainees there.  It is alleged that … Continue reading

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How do you feel about Rick Warren’s Inaugural Invocation?

Here is the text from Rick Warren’s prayer at the Presidential inauguration of Barack Obama.  Warren and Obama have come under attack from the right and the left leading up to this event regarding Obama’s choice of Warren and the … Continue reading

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Is All Really Fair in War? Part 2

Yesterday, I brought up the issue of torturing prisoners of war.  The United States has faced repeated accusations that the prisoners being held at Guantanamo Bay are facing torture.  I asked, “How should Christians feel about these repeated accusations?” and … Continue reading

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Is All Really Fair in War?

OK, I first want to say that I am still thinking through this topic, so I have little to give you in this post concerning my opinion.  I promise to follow up with some thoughts after a discussion, which I … Continue reading

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Marketing Christ

Do you ever wonder if Christian stores and those who produce Christian merchandise are authentic?  I mean, do they really care about Christ and the gospel, or are they just catering to a niche market that is eager to fork … Continue reading

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Is Your Bible Green Enough?

At least one Christian group is promoting a “greener” Christianity.  They have released a Bible made from soy-based fibers and recycled paper.  It also has verses and passages highlighted that are believed to speak of God’s love for His creation and … Continue reading

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The Offense of Christ

Jesus was a controversial man.  In fact, if we believe his claims, he was much more than controversial and much more than a man. Jesus, the one who would be called “the Christ” (or Messiah) by his followers made claims … Continue reading

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Should Rick Warren’s inaugural prayer include Jesus Christ?

It seems that the Rick Warren debate is not solely about his stance on same-sex marriage.  Now there are many nervous and distraught over whether or not Warren will pray a decidedly Christian prayer during the Presidential inauguration.  By praying … Continue reading

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