What is the chief end of man? According to the Westminster Shorter Catechism, “Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and enjoy him forever.” But what does that mean for us? The Bible is clear (see Revelation 4:11) that we are created for God and his glory. Thus, we can...
096: Remembrance
It’s the 4th of July here in America—a day we celebrate our independence as a nation. And, for Christians, a day to remember how good God is to us to live in the country we do. In my Bible reading I recently came across Exodus 13:8–9 which reads: And thou shalt shew...
091: 4 Things My Grandmother Taught Me
This week's episode is a little different. I was recently given the opportunity to share some thoughts at my grandmothers funeral. I wanted to bring these thoughts to you all as well, because I believe many could learn from her life and example. Thanks so much for...
090: So the Next Generation Will Know w/ Dr. Sean McDowell
How do we transfer the Christian faith to Generation Z? While there are lots of resources detailing Gen Z and what to believe about them, there are virtually none which tell how to communicate with them---until now. So the Next Generation Will Know By Dr. Sean...
087: On the Burning of Notre Dame
Recently the news reported of a tragic event that took place in Paris, France---the burning of the beloved Notre Dame Cathedral. While this is tragic, make no mistake, I was a bit unpleasantly surprised by some of the reactions I saw from the Christian community. Have...
083: Pop Culture, Emotional Appeals, and the the Leftist Agenda
Like most American families---Christian or not---my wife and I enjoy watching TV. As a culturally concerned Christian parent, however, there's a need to be on the lookout for bad ideas in just about everything we consume. Sadly, most Christian parents are taken...
081: (Part 1) “Your Truth” is Not a Thing
There is a huge misunderstanding about the nature of truth in popular Christian circles today. Sadly, a lack of theological precision and the growth of apatheism have contributed greatly to this loss of truth. Many think truth doesn't exist, and many think that it...
071: How to Love God (Part 4)
Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory? It's amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it even possible? Using insights from the Bible, philosophy, and even...
070: How to Love God (Part 3)
NOTE: At around 35 minutes, I get a bit trigger happy and refer to the great biblical writer Job as an Apostle. This is, of course, inaccurate, though one could argue his experience of God was just as certain as those who bear the title. This is the nevertheless a...
069: How to Love God (Part 2)
Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory? It's amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it even possible? Using insights from the Bible, philosophy, and even...