So, to the heart of the issue, I turn my attention now to the question of how God can judge people for doing what is natural to them. As I have already pointed out, the question itself is a little flawed in that “natural” or “by nature” is not easily defined. Typically, we call natural... Continue Reading →
Hellfire to Homosexuality, Pt. 2
So, to the more weighty matters of the conversation, I would reiterate my own belief that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation for all who believe (Romans 1:16). The issue for Christians is the salvation of souls, not the success of political parties. Like many Americans, we have opinions on political matters,... Continue Reading →
Hellfire to Homosexuality?
I recently had a conversation with a friend in which he expressed his disdain for “Christian coercion.” He didn’t exactly call it that, but I think that is an accurate description of what he meant. His concern was that Christians under the threat of eternal damnation pressure others to go against their natural desires. Specifically,... Continue Reading →
A Sad Display of Further Injustice.
In Cambodia, almost no one has grandparents. They were all slaughtered by Communist do-gooders who were confident they knew what was best for all. So, in the name of what was good for the state, the do-gooders killed a generation of Cambodians. The U.N. stepped in to make sure justice was served, and they failed... Continue Reading →
A Tale of 3 Men
The first man is Adam. He is called this in the Bible (Genesis 2:20; Romans 5:14). This man introduced sin into the world. God immediately called him to account for his sin. Adam was to be the steward over all of creation. All of creation was under him. So, when he fell, it all fell... Continue Reading →
Hate Crimes Are Hateful
I suppose for some I may be auditioning for the “Knuckle-dragging, out-of-touch” Award with the comment I am about to make, but I am going to say it anyway. Hate crimes legislation is stupid. If kidnapping, rape, and murder are awful evils in and of themselves, then justice will be served when the criminals who... Continue Reading →
Still Here in the Real World
Yet another story from this fearful, fallen place. The real world is not one in which righteousness reigns (at least not yet). This story is from Prisoner Alert. Check out this and other stories at Prisoner Alert's web site. Location: Pakistan Arrested: June 2009 Print Fact Sheet 10/30/2009 Update Asia Bibi, a 37-year-old Pakistani woman... Continue Reading →
Back in the Real World
Pastor killed by gunman A dynamic Christian pastor has died after being shot in the head as he was leaving church, in what is being seen as a bid to intimidate converts from Islam in the strongly Islamic republic of Dagestan. Artur Suleimanov (49), himself a convert from Islam, was murdered by a gunman who... Continue Reading →
Trapped
What if you lived like a mink? In the swamps of Louisiana, there are minks galore. So, there are traps galore set by trappers looking to make a living off the furry little swamp weasels. What if you and I had to live constantly in fear of being trapped by some scoundrel who wanted to... Continue Reading →
CT Catches Up With Us on Immigration
You will be glad to read this article from Christianity Today. Basically, it says that our position on immigration should be heard. As you read the CT article, you will hear many of the concerns which I wrote about not so long ago. Several of you mentioned to me that you read and enjoyed the... Continue Reading →
Swimming in Paradise Lost (Part 2)
Here is the point I am trying to make with this illustration of my sister’s suffering. My sin of not honoring my mother’s commands caused both me and my sister to suffer a pretty nasty switching. And it wasn’t unjust. The responsibility was on me to make sure I had secured permission and that the... Continue Reading →
Swimming in Paradise Lost
Oh, what a day we had! My sister and I were both just kids, less than 10 years old. But we knew how to have fun in a swimming pool. And the swimming pool we were in was fantastic. It was a big, in-ground pool, probably 20’ x 40’ with a nice concrete walk all... Continue Reading →
Thoughts About Tanks at Church
There is no shortage of jokes with Kentucky at the butt-end, like the one which says in Kentucky a toothbrush really is just that—a tooth brush (because keeping a single tooth is an accomplishment). Speaking of accomplishments, most Kentuckians consider reaching high school or buying a pair of shoes to be activities of the “upper... Continue Reading →
Should All Christians Prophesy?
Eldad and Medad began prophesying in the camp (Numbers 11). Joshua was alarmed and cried out for Moses to make them stop. Joshua, apparently, viewed prophesying to be a gift specific to Moses, the commander and leader from God. He felt threatened by the appearance of prophecy among the laity. He seemed afraid that the... Continue Reading →
I Think, “NO”
I read the question in an email from One News Now: "Should Churches File Spill Claims Against BP?" My answer is, NO! In our overly litigious society, we see a case like this and think pragmatically. It is easy to see the case that this church from Alabama is making. The gulf spill is costing... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 