Where we left off. This is the fourth installment of our discussion about losing faith. Previously (posts 23 & 24), we’ve identified some of the main reasons that a former believer could lose their faith. Last week (post 25) we began to answer some of the complaints that former believers express against God. This week’s … Continue reading “Do not fear, because I am with you …” Isaiah 41:10 // Losing Faith IV
Month: December 2018
“So, I exhort the elders among you … shepherd the flock of God that is among you …” 1 Peter 5:1. Losing Faith V
Continuing where we left off ... This week we continue our series on Losing Faith by considering the Second Objection to God and Christianity, “The believer becoming mad at or disappointed by the Church.” As I’ve discussed objections to Christianity with former believers over the years, I’ve heard the following complaints about the Christian Church: … Continue reading “So, I exhort the elders among you … shepherd the flock of God that is among you …” 1 Peter 5:1. Losing Faith V
“…She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger…” Luke 2:7 // The Birth of Jesus
Intermission. Let’s take a break from our series on Faith and talk this week about the birth of the Christ child. I cannot imagine anyone who doesn’t know the story, but let’s take a look at the event from a slightly different perspective. When we do, I think the story will take on new and … Continue reading “…She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger…” Luke 2:7 // The Birth of Jesus
“Ask, and it will be given to you…” Matthew 7:7 A Prayer of Thanksgiving and Hope
This week and the event we celebrate is a consequential one for us all. I hope that your Christmas was wonderful and that you are enjoying your holiday season. To close the year, I’ve decided to post a prayer rather than the usual exploration into an aspect of the Christian faith. It seemed appropriate. Thanks. … Continue reading “Ask, and it will be given to you…” Matthew 7:7 A Prayer of Thanksgiving and Hope
