Philip Yancey, the noted American author, writes in his book Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference that he considers prayer a "risky enterprise." It's a jarring statement but one we should thoughtfully consider. As Christians, we have the luxury of "having God's ear." We have reassurances from Jesus Himself that, not only does God hear … Continue reading When Prayer is Scary
Month: March 2023
Guilty or Not?
The case was open and shut. On April 2, 1968, small-time crook and unapologetic racist James Earl Ray drove from Atlanta, Georgia to Memphis Tennessee. Two days later, on April 4, and armed with a Remington Model 760 Gamemaster .30-06-caliber rifle mounted with a Redfield 2x-7x scope, Ray killed civil rights leader Martin Luther King, … Continue reading Guilty or Not?
E-Book Sale!
The ebook version of my novel, 'Come Down Somewhere' is currently on sale for only $1.99 now through March 31! To get your copy, visit https://www.tyndale.com/p/come-down-somewhere/21896/e-book As an added bonus, all month long I'll be posting notes and highlights from the ebook version on Goodreads. Follow along to learn some historical tidbits and sneak a … Continue reading E-Book Sale!
Willful Disbelief
Being a Christian is risky. We live in a world that is increasingly hostile to a Christ-centered worldview. Our beliefs are seen as childish, ignorant, or sometimes downright malicious. As culture moves further and further away from the cross, the chasm between believers and non-believers grows wider and, at times, un-breachable. The arguments against Christianity … Continue reading Willful Disbelief