Folks often confuse the concepts of justice and vengeance, but God is not confused. He makes a clear distinction. Justice concerns dealing with someone according to a fixed law or standard—particularly a standard by which all are governed equally. Vengeance, on the other hand, concerns an individual or group who perceive a wrong against them... Continue Reading →
Burning Fears
According to this article, Pastor Jones is still planning to burn the bible of Islam at a service commemorating the 9th Anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks. I have a couple of simple observations. Pastor Jones has a right to burn the Quran. He lives in a nation which prides itself on freedom of speech. ... 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 →
Higher Entertainment
I have never watched Stephen Colbert and barely know who he is. However, I was recently sent this video clip from an interview that he did with Bart Ehrman. This is so funny. Colbert is obviously quick-witted. Colbert appears to hand Ehrman his head on a platter.
Gregory C. Cochran 