Tag Archives: Worldview

Pastor Halts Gay Funeral: Some Observations

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Tim Farley

A pastor in Colorado halted the funeral of a gay woman that was taking place in the church where he serves and, according to Yahoo Parenting, there are many people upset. Click here for the article. Apparently, the reason for … Continue reading →

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We Live in a “Merry Christmas” World

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Tim Farley

So here is an article about a guy who got upset when someone wished him a Merry Christmas. He let himself get so upset that he eventually got kicked off an airplane. The man’s reason for getting upset: he does … Continue reading →

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Do You Know the Bible or the Author of the Bible?

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Tim Farley

Um, this came across my Facebook feed today and lots of people liked it. Why? I have no idea. The statement on the photo creates a false dichotomy between knowing the Bible and knowing God. It champions the second and … Continue reading →

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It’s Not as Difficult as We Make It

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Tim Farley

Go to any Christian bookstore (or browse one online) and you will find many titles concerning the issue of finding God’s will. It can be overwhelming, especially since there are some crazy ideas out there about how this should be … Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day or Sabbath Day

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Tim Farley

When Christians think of Sundays they often think of it as day of rest. Some even think of the day as a Sabbath day. But where does this idea come from? When and why did Christians begin meeting on Sundays and did … Continue reading →

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Do You Allow Your Kids To Do Sleepovers?

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Tim Farley

I have young daughters and am thinking more and more about how to handle different situations that will eventually arise as they get older. One of those situations is the desire/request to have a sleepover at the home of a … Continue reading →

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How Should Christians Think About the Violence of Football?

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Tim Farley

American football is a violent sport.  There is no secret to the number of injuries that happen on a regular basis.  Over the last few years the concerns of many have focused on the long-term impact of concussions on players, … Continue reading →

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It Has Always Been About Grace

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Tim Farley

Amazing Grace is a song that everyone knows.  I bet even your unbelieving family and friends know at least some of the words.  What amazes me is that most people, even non-Christians, like the song. Well, it is a good … Continue reading →

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The Bible in Context: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Tim Farley

1 Corinthians 2:9 is a favorite verse for those who like to talk about the future joys of heaven.  It sounds great: What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared … Continue reading →

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Journibles – What a Concept!

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Tim Farley

Early this week, I returned from a pastors’ conference here in Michigan.  Conferences are always a great place to pick up free books and/or deep discounts on resources from the bookstores and publishers present. At this conference, I was given a … Continue reading →

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