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 →
Catholic Clarification
I saw a news article yesterday stating that 59,000 nuns joined together to support the Obama health care plan, which had been opposed by U.S. bishops because of its funding of abortions. Well, today, Kathryn Jean Lopez sets the record straight for Roman Catholics. According to this blog post from KJL, the number of signatories... Continue Reading →
Morocco
I just read this news article from Morocco (a little behind on my news stories). It prompted me to send a letter to the officials at the bottom of the news article. You may want to do the same.
Avail Much
I remember the King James version of James 5:16, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." Though some of the language is outdated, surely the thought is as fresh and powerful as ever. We understand what this means. It means that we can and should pray much. And, we should pray for... 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 →
Pro Choice Advocate Agrees with Tebow
This article highlights the commentary from Sally Jenkins, a pro-choice sportswriter from the Washington Post. Her comments are certainly fair and demonstrate that there can still be civil disagreement in America. Though she does not agree completely with Tebow's pro-life advocacy (she is pro-choice), she does understand how critical it is for him to have... Continue Reading →
So. Baptists Accused Kidnapping
I had heard that the churches involved in the Haiti incident with orphaned children were not Southern Baptist churches, but this BP article states that the 2 Idaho churches were Southern Baptist. The situation is not at all clear. Obviously, kidnapping was not the goal, but that has been one of the charges against the... Continue Reading →
Saints Fan
Not that you should be wavering at this point, but if you are looking for a reason to be a Saints fan, try reading this article about Drew Brees, a true saint. Just the right encouragement before the big game next week.
Pro Choice (just not that kind)
If you read this article, you hear the complaints from so-called "Women's" Groups decrying the Super Bowl ad from Tim Tebow and Focus on the Family. These abortion advocates are lobbying CBS to get the ad pulled. Ironically, they are upset with CBS because Focus on the Family is supposed to be "anti-choice" and homophobic... Continue Reading →
To Tattoo or Not to Tattoo
Chances are, you have had opportunities to consider whether tattoos are an acceptable option for Christians. The question is debated on the basis of Leviticus 19:28. It is worth considering. You may find this Q & A with Dr. Russ Moore helpful as he gives advice to a young man concerning whether he ought to... Continue Reading →
Gracing Cain
Can you imagine being kind to the thief who stole your new mp3 player? On two different occasions, my wife has had her purse and its contents stolen. I can recall many of our thoughts in response to the theft: anger, cursing, bitterness. We had a strange feeling of being violated and vulnerable, realizing just... 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 →
Gregory C. Cochran 