Kathy Griffin was censored for making defamatory remarks against Christ; they were offensive, in a sense. Yet, we Christians aren’t Muslims. We need not riot in the streets and kill people in a rage of backlash because Christ was insulted. He has always been hated and despised in this world. Instead, we find Griffin's remarks... Continue Reading →
The Great Satan Grows Good Corn
Hugo Chavez of Venezuela and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad of Iran have made no bones about their disdain for America and her President, George Bush. Yet, it turns out that America—the Great Satan, the donkey, the paper tiger, the root of all evils—grows really good corn and grows a lot of it. Therefore, these self-righteous, hyper-critical dictators... Continue Reading →
Kidneys “Made in China”
At http://www.bioethics.com , you can read of the present status of organ transplantation in China. China is second only to the U.S. in the number of organ transplants each year. In May, China reported strict legislation that made organ transplants possible on a “free will” basis, that is, possible only for patients who freely volunteer... Continue Reading →
9/11 and World War IV
On this 6th anniversary of the attack of 9/11, I thought it might be helpful to reconsider the concept of war. We are, after all, still at war and many are questioning whether that ought to be. I think we ought to be at war. I think this not because I am a “die hard... Continue Reading →
Can Evolution Explain Football?
What a good night for football. After a long day which included some frustration time with a few rotten kids at soccer practice, I was more than looking forward to relaxing with our dear neighbors and watching the kickoff of the NFL season. Besides being able to watch Peyton and Marvin Harrison in classic form... Continue Reading →
D. James Kennedy
Dr. D. James Kennedy of Coral Ridge Ministry passed away in his sleep early Wednesday morning. I can remember back in my Christian walk anxiously waiting to hear Dr. Kennedy's daily radio program, "Truths That Transform." He was quite an eloquent speaker. He wrote more than 60 books, including Evangelism Explosion. A nice tribute to... Continue Reading →
If I Were a Muslim
They have been called naïve. Their plan was labeled both reckless and ill-conceived. Their work incited deep anger and resentment from their fellow citizens. Their government is considering forcing them to pay $20 million in recuperation costs. Yet, they were the victims of kidnapping, held hostage for more than 6 weeks, and forced to watch... Continue Reading →
Service Yes, Church No
According to the story below, many young aspiring ministers are—like the rest of the culture—opting out of “institutional” churches and finding other ways of ministering, whether it be as chaplains or para-church leaders, etc. They are disillusioned by the conflicts, hypocrisy, and turmoil abundant in local, American churches. Sadly, many [mis]guidance counselors are pointing them... Continue Reading →
To Pray or Not to Pray?
OK, let’s say you are the local prayer team coordinator at your church. You find out about a community-wide prayer service for the youth in your area. Local religious leaders are asking you and your church to join with other churches and other faiths to have an open prayer service, meaning all faiths are being... Continue Reading →
SoCal Pastor Unleashes the Psalms
What are we to make of this SoCal Southern Baptist pastor? Earlier this month, this pastor endorsed Mike Huckabee (who I think is a great candidate, too, by the way), and the Americans United for Separation of Church and State went immediately running to the IRS bulldogs, seeking an investigation into possible violations of tax-exempt... Continue Reading →
Gays and Greens
Jim Naugle has himself in a bind. He is the mayor of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and he has taken a stand against promoting the homosexual lifestyle. He believes the prevalence of homosexual interaction on the beaches is hurting the community and its image. The local visitors and tourism department disagrees. They have levied their own... Continue Reading →
No Fear in Love
What would you do if you were the leader of a missions agency and your government asked you to take all of your missionaries out of a certain country for safety purposes? This is the situation the Korean Baptist Mission Board is facing, as the government has requested they pull all workers from Afghanistan in light... Continue Reading →
All Nations? Really?
According to the Great Commission (Matt 28:18-20), Christians, as they are going, are to make disciples of all nations. This command is rooted in the sovereign authority of Christ: All authority in Heaven and on earth has been given to Christ. So, in faithfulness to the Great Commission, Christians in Korea are sending out missionaries... Continue Reading →
Man of Mercy Intolerable
According to Gospel for Asia, four of their missionaries in India were severely beaten last week by anti-Christian activists. In this case, the violence is believed to have come from Hindu fundamentalists. The missionaries were showing an Indian made film on the life of Christ called Man of Mercy. Sadly, but not surprisingly (2 Tim 3:12;... Continue Reading →
To Lie or Not to Lie
Blackberries and PDA’s of all sorts have reportedly made it easier for Americans to lie. One PDA manufacturer has made this ease-of-lying component a “staple” of its advertising. Perhaps, you have seen the ads where the boss is asking where a report is, and the person replies, “finishing up right now,” then proceeds to text... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 