I am an optimist. I know the outcome--that all things will work together for good for those who love the Lord. So, I am an optimist. Yet, I am not optimistic about Obamacare ever being overturned. I hope it is. I will support the repeal of this terribly invasive healthcare reform. I don't think it... Continue Reading →
Consider What Congress Is Saying
I'm not an anti-government fanatic, and neither are you probably. We understand that government has a role to play in our lives. Government is necessary for protecting us all and for maintaining order where sin might otherwise abound. That being said, this new Obamacare legislation is egregious. Just think about what it is going to... Continue Reading →
The Little Ones
A song by Phil Keaggy asks, "Who will speak up for the little ones, helpless and half-abandoned?" It seems that no Democrat in America will any longer. When Bart Stupak caved in to pressure from the national Democratic Party earlier today, he sent the message loudly and clearly that abortion is at the heart of... Continue Reading →
Is There More to the Story?
I just read the horrific account of the New Jersey man who claims to have thrown his 3 year-old daughter from a bridge into a frigid river. The story offered very little details and gave no hint as to motive; so, I got curious. I think there may be more to the story than what... Continue Reading →
Christian Fighting
This sounds crazy, but Christians ought to engage each other and do battle for the truth. We are charged in Jude to "contend" for the faith. I have often told people we ought to have fights over doctrine and truth; otherwise, we will have fights over things that don't matter. Now, I read this blog... Continue Reading →
The Limits of Sin
Reading through Genesis 3 leaves the impression that sin is essentially explained in that chapter. The first sin of the race offers the framework by which all other sin can be assessed and understood. For me, one of the most striking aspects of sin as pictured in Genesis 3 is just how limiting sin proves... Continue Reading →
Wisdom vs. Slavery
I had not thought of making wisdom and slavery opposites before reading Genesis 2 today, but these 2 ideas are opposites. The Lord speaks to the Man and gives him the command to eat freely of everything in the garden except for the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Obviously, for this command... Continue Reading →
Eye Opening
This article from Heartbeat International is eye opening. Crisis pregnancy centers are located in areas where the least abortions are occurring. In the areas where the most abortions are occurring, there are few (if any) pregnancy centers. Read the article...
A Better Response
Pat Robertson made reference today to the supposed voodoo pact that Haitians made with the devil more than a century ago. The insinuation was clear. Haiti deserved the judgment she got. This seems a wrongheaded response, particularly in such a tragic time. A much better response is offered by Dr. Mohler, who asks whether God... Continue Reading →
Sobering Sadness
I just read this sobering story about Major Philip Wise of the Salvation Army. It is a sad and sobering reminder of what a sin-sickened world we inhabit. You will want to be in prayer for this family. Major Wise along with his 3 young children were in front of the Salvation Army headquarters on... Continue Reading →
Under Fire in Uganda
For an interesting and engaging article, read this Christian Post article about the riff between Pastor Rick Warren and the evangelical leaders in Uganda, Africa. They are disturbed, confused, and angry about what they believe is his capitulation toward the gay agenda. Interesting ethical issues abound in this article.
Not Exactly
World Evangelical Leader and House Church Perspectives Diverge on Status of Religious Freedom in China ChinaAid December 19, 2009 BEIJING--Just before Thanksgiving, the World Evangelical Alliance issued a report on their visit with Three-self and state church leaders in China, calling the meetings "historic" and casting a positive light on the health of religion in... Continue Reading →
Eye on the Ball
Folks are always telling us that we need to keep our eye on the ball. Having played baseball as a kid, I understand the imagery and know how important it is to look closely at the lacing for a curve ball. Baseball imagery aside, however, I wonder whether there might not be times we ought... Continue Reading →
What’s Wrong with Animal Rights?
My daughter told me of an ad she saw which encouraged dog owners to get their dogs a massage this Holiday season in order to help the dogs deal with the stress. To say that we have gone too far in treating animals like humans is to say only what is obvious. It could all... Continue Reading →
Surprising Development
New York surprises again. This time, the Democrat majority in the state senate failed to pass a measure supporting gay marriage in the Empire State. Baptist Press has this story which tells of the tears and theology behind the political intrigue. I personally am surprised by this move because I was one of those who... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 