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If we’re all so good, why would 70% of us willingly torture someone?

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Tim Farley

We all want to believe we are good people.  When we see or hear of others doing horrendous things, we always want to think that we are above such actions.  We say to ourselves, “That person must be crazy.  No … Continue reading →

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Are all faiths equal?

Posted on December 19, 2008 by Tim Farley

Do many faiths lead to eternal life?  It may surprise you to know that 52% of professing Christians believe that at least one other non-Christian faith can lead to eternal life.  Is this true? It is often argued that God is … Continue reading →

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Barack Obama, Rick Warren, and Gay Rights Activists: A Strange Combo

Posted on December 18, 2008 by Tim Farley

So, Barack Obama has invited Rick Warren, the Purpose Driven Life author and pastor of mega-church Saddleback Church in southern California, to deliver the invocation at his inaugural address.  “What is so strange about that?” you ask.  Well, Obama was … Continue reading →

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Sexting: the latest teen cell phone craze

Posted on December 18, 2008 by Tim Farley

Hey parents.  Are you sure you want your teenager to have their own cell phone?  If so, are you sure you want to give them that unlimited texting package too? A recent survey suggests that a large number of teens and … Continue reading →

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While we’re at it, why not give them something to eat?

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Tim Farley

Missionaries in foreign countries often create the opportunity to share the gospel with people by first meeting the physical needs of the people they are trying to reach. They go in and offer food, medical care, and shelter to those … Continue reading →

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We criticize Burger King, but are we doing enough?

Posted on December 10, 2008 by Tim Farley

Burger King is being criticized for its latest add campaign.  Follow the link below to see a video that discusses the controversy. http://www.yahoo.com/s/1000014 While it may be true that Burger King could have been more sensitive to world hunger, we … Continue reading →

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Christianity Today Examines Newsweek’s Article on Gay Marriage

Posted on December 10, 2008 by Tim Farley

Hey everyone.  In my last post, I asked you what you thought of Newsweek’s article on gay marriage.  Well, here are two articles from Christianity Today that examine that article from a conservative Christian perspective.  The links are below.  http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2008/decemberweb-only/150-21.0.html http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2004/september/11.36.html Tell me … Continue reading →

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Newsweek enters the theological debate

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Tim Farley

It looks like Newsweek has decided to enter the theological debate concerning gay marriage.  Check out this story regarding the current issue’s cover story: http://news.yahoo.com/s/politico/20081208/pl_politico/16305 Share your thoughts.  What do you think about Newsweek printing this article?  Would you be likely … Continue reading →

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We’re all sexual deviants

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Tim Farley

This post is to serve as a balance to my last three posts on homsexuality and gay marriage.  It is a reminder to all of us that we are all broken and in need of grace and forgiveness. Genesis chapters … Continue reading →

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Is gay marriage a “right”?

Posted on December 7, 2008 by Tim Farley

It is often argued that gay marriage is simply a matter of justice.  It is stated, “Just as it is wrong to discriminate against a person based upon color, gender, class, or ethnicity, it is also wrong to discriminate based … Continue reading →

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