Looking back When I began my doctoral studies in 1991 HIV/AIDS was still poorly understood. Most of those afflicted were men who were having sex with men, so AIDS was still considered a a gay disease. The folder containing my … Continue reading
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Roe v. Wade Overruled Part V– God and the baby in the womb
The lives of millions of babies are intentionally ended in the womb because of the acceptance and promotion of abortion as a right. Most people don’t seem to care about this. As Christians, what should we think? What does God … Continue reading
Marriage, Sex and Living Wisely — A Sex Education resource
Are you looking for a resource to help you teach the Christian view of sex and marriage in a clear and compelling way? Check out Marriage, Sex and Living Wisely by Lovewise, a charity dedicated to helping parents, youth groups … Continue reading
The “good news” of Christmas. What is it? Part 3
Jesus’ birth was announced by angels, in dreams, by the Holy Spirit, and by a star. Those who heard the news were filled with joy and excitement. What would it mean for them, then? What does it mean for us, … Continue reading
The “good news” of Christmas. What is it? Part 2
The waiting was over. This was the “good news of great joy” that the angel announced to the shepherds. The One God had promised had come! The descendant of King David. Born to a virgin, in Bethlehem. The Son of … Continue reading
The “good news” of Christmas. What is it?
” I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people” (Luke 2:10). An angel spoke these words to shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem on the first Christmas night. What was this “good news … Continue reading