Will being a Christian cost you something in the present day? If you merely identify as one—even if you aren’t—will that help or hurt your social standing? Most of us already know the answers. We feel the cultural temperature. Aaron Renn has called the years since 2014 the negative world—the stretch in which Christian conviction is no … Continue reading 7 Marks of an Offensive Christian Witness From Acts 17
What If the Greatest Conspiracy Theory of All Time Is Actually True?
Some people are stuck in outdated, materialist thinking. But others—like Joe Rogan, other similar characters in the world of new media, and the millions who listen to them—have moved on. They’re hungry for truth. Open to unseen realities. Willing to question official narratives. Curious about meaning, transcendence, and even the possibility of the supernatural or … Continue reading What If the Greatest Conspiracy Theory of All Time Is Actually True?
How Should Christians Respond to Ramadan in 2025?
As cultural conversations in the US increasingly focus on national identity, more people—both Christian and non-Christian—are recognizing that being American is about more than geography. A people’s identity matters. And whether acknowledged or not, the story of America cannot be told apart from the privileged position Christianity has held in shaping its culture. According to … Continue reading How Should Christians Respond to Ramadan in 2025?
An Honest Question for Christians in Social Justice Movement
This article is cross-posted on Founders Ministries. One of my fondest memories of an evangelistic conversation was with a young man at my gym named Metro—an ex-con and trash collector turned competitive bodybuilder. My friend “Met” is a self-made sort of fellow and is as brash as they come, not remotely hesitant to swear or … Continue reading An Honest Question for Christians in Social Justice Movement
‘Jesus, That’s Just True for You’
How many of us have heard—perhaps even used—some of these common responses to the Gospel? “That might be true for you, but not me.” “That’s your opinion, but are you saying people of other religions are wrong?” “Whatever helps you live a good life, that’s what matters.” All these clichés that permeate our conversations are … Continue reading ‘Jesus, That’s Just True for You’
Letter to a Jehovah’s Witness
Earlier this week, I encountered an acquaintance of mine at the gym. It wasn't long until this man, a Jehovah's Witness, and I found ourselves entangled in a conversation about who Jesus is, how to be assured of your salvation, and the origin of the doctrine of the Trinity. As I tried to take him … Continue reading Letter to a Jehovah’s Witness
7 Thoughtful Questions from a Humanist
The world is asking Christians some big questions. At least, that’s what I’ve found lately. Whereas most evangelicals have been trained to one degree or another to answer questions like “How can I have eternal life?” or “Who is Jesus?” I’ve found that much of the unbelieving world has a far more bulky set … Continue reading 7 Thoughtful Questions from a Humanist
