SODOM & GOMORRAH: Christian apologetics is a very misunderstood field. Secularists will either pay it no heed or assume that apologetics must conform to secularism in order to be valid (i.e. to depart from the faith). Apologetics is always that bridge between faith and reason, which may have been true at a point in time when reason was tied to an overarching metaphysical … [Read more...]
When was Jesus Christ Really Born?
SODOM & GOMORRAH: Written around Christmas, this article intends to document the true birth of Christ. Not all of my readers believe in Christ but I'm sure that a number of non-believers can agree on two premises. First, the holiday should be more than just about buying things. Setting aside time to remember what's important is not a bad thing. Second, the Christian faith … [Read more...]
Japan’s Quake Reminds Us of Our Fragility
SODOM & GOMORRAH: Our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Japan as they cope with such a massive disaster. The earthquake in Japan is unique. Not only was it so massive, but it resulted in somewhat minor damage. Japanese building codes are designed to protect major cities from earthquakes, however something as big as an 8.9 is going to do some damage. As of … [Read more...]
The Christchurch Quake Ought to Shake Christ’s Church
SODOM & GOMORRAH: In modern life, it is atypical to credit the divine with any kind of direct intervention in our lives. In particular, we term events as "natural disasters" because they just happen; we view them as random, ordinary events, though tragic in their destruction. Yet the Book of Matthew states "For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against … [Read more...]