Applied Theology
I promised many of you that I would link to the responses Mike Huckabee has made to his critics concerning various charges like being a tax hiker and soft on immigration. So, here are the links for you to explore on your own if you are interested. I have found it refreshing to read his... Continue Reading →
It appears Mr. Romney is making up more good news. On several occasions (on Meet the Press and in his infamous Faith Speech), Mitt Romney said that he "saw" his dad march with Martin Luther King, Jr. Of course, by "saw" he meant "sort of saw in the sense of figurative support for civil rights." ... Continue Reading →
The news is all good for Mitt Romney lately, but it's because he is apparently making it up. Mitt recently produced a hit-piece against Huckabee. In the ad, Mitt shows newspaper clippings and acts as though they say that Mitt was "tough on drugs." That would have been good news for Mitt if the paper... Continue Reading →
I am personally supporting Mike Huckabee for president, and the reason is simple. He is the only candidate with a clear and unambiguous commitment to the cause of preserving human life. I am not concerned with those who might charge me with being a "one issue" voter. I suppose there are some who will abide... Continue Reading →
The Bible is full of great promises to those who trust in Jesus Christ. There is one promise, however, that no one seems to want; it is, perhaps, the greatest unappreciated promise in Scripture, and it is found in Hebrews 12:6, The Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives. No... Continue Reading →
The situation for Christians in Nigeria is dire. Recent stories have reported the rise of violence against Christians (and all non-Muslims) there. As the stories go, the violence is the result of a determined effort to "Islamize" Nigeria (already close to being a "Muslim" nation). This produces a dilemma when it comes to classifying whether the... Continue Reading →
Dr. Patrick Sookhdeo of Barnabas Fund was recently interviewed concerning the differences between Islam and Christianity. I have read his work and have often been challenged (particularly in my Americanism; he is British). He has much firsthand knowledge of Islam. When asked for an example of how Islam differs from Christianity, Dr. Sookhdeo responded by... Continue Reading →
One of the great hero stories coming out of the New Life Church shooting is of this female security guard who took the killer out, while, apparently, other guards were unwilling or unable to do so. Read the story.
There is a new publishing plant under construction which will become the largest Bible producing plant in the world. It’s in China! China, as you know, is Communist and, supposedly, atheistic. But the government knows how to make a buck, and there is such a demand for Bibles right now that the government is able... Continue Reading →
Exodus offers a great lesson for us on the topic of free will. Exodus 25:2 says, Tell the sons of Israel to raise a contribution for Me; from every man whose heart moves him you shall raise My contribution... First, the majority of people alive during Moses' day did not contribute to the constructing of... Continue Reading →
I found out from a Republican political pundit this morning that I might be what is called politically immature. The reference to immaturity was made in the context of explaining Huckabee's rise to the top of the polls nationwide. This expert bemoaned the fact that "social conservatives" are at it again. You see, he thought... Continue Reading →
The religion du jour is green. Green faith is the new holy grail for non-Christian Americans. I have linked an article which demonstrates just how pervasive this new religion intends to be, deriving moral guidelines from the supposed impact actions have on the environment. In this article, divorce will be ruled out because it has... Continue Reading →
As I think back over the weekend, I realize just how important the gospel is--not just important in the worship service and in the teaching and preaching of the church. The gospel is the most important revelation man could have. I remember having an "awakening" moment while struggling through thousands of pages of theology in... Continue Reading →
Thankfully, Gillian Gibbons, the British school teacher in Sudan convicted of insulting Islam by allowing her 7 year-old students name a Teddy Bear Muhammad, has been released. She was pardoned by the government, considering the fact that she has been in prison since November 25. She must now leave Sudan. Reading this article leaves one... Continue Reading →
"I need to speak to Hillary Clinton," CNN quoted him as saying. "Something's got to change. Ordinary people need help" with their insurance.The network described Eisenberg as "well-spoken, articulate and impassioned about his cause," but said he became increasingly agitated and laced his third phone call with profanities. Eisenberg describes himself as “ordinary.” CNN describes... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 