Today, the President admonished Pastor Jones, encouraging him to "listen to those better angels" who recommend not burning the Quran. There is a united consensus among leaders in America that Pastor Jones should not burn the Muslim books. Political leaders, religious leaders, media elites have uniformly condemned the act. I heard this morning that some--including... Continue Reading →
Burning Fears (Again)
I am posting below an e-mail I received from Barnabas Fund, a Christian organization based in the UK which supports and encourages persecuted Christians. I post it because it makes a great follow-up point from my post yesterday. I really only made the first part of an important point in yesterday's post because I wanted... Continue Reading →
Back in the Real World
Pastor killed by gunman A dynamic Christian pastor has died after being shot in the head as he was leaving church, in what is being seen as a bid to intimidate converts from Islam in the strongly Islamic republic of Dagestan. Artur Suleimanov (49), himself a convert from Islam, was murdered by a gunman who... 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 →
Is Islam a Dangerous Religion
To the question of whether Islam is dangerous, I would answer absolutely (strongly agree). Obviously, as a Christian, I think Islam is spiritually dangerous. As a citizen of a western (Judeo-Christian) culture, I would also strongly agree that Islam is dangerous because its adherents have a stated goal of eliminating all such non-Muslim peoples. (Or,... Continue Reading →
Muslims Killing Our Brothers
According to this Baptist Press article, our Christian brothers are being hunted down like animals and killed in Somalia. Muslims have killed 13 Christians so far in this manhunt. So, this morning, a wife has no husband, and a daughter has no daddy--all in the name of Islam. No, I don't think all muslims are... Continue Reading →
Stating the Obvious
I can't help but thinking this Washington Times editorial is doing nothing but stating the obvious. Hasan was a radical muslim who plotted murder against the American infidels at Ft. Hood. No serious person can believe otherwise. Still, this is a good editorial to read just to remind ourselves of what we are up against. ... Continue Reading →
Another ‘Honor’ Killing
No one assumes that every Muslim is violent. Few are asserting that the religion itself is inherently violent. Nevertheless, the appearance to those of us outside of Islam is that it breeds violence. The founder of the religion was himself sometimes violent, and the most vocal adherents of the religion are violent. The tragedy at... Continue Reading →
Cowardly Courage
Rolan Emmerich loves to be provocative in his movie making endeavors. He blows up the White House and other sacred landmarks to provoke shock, fear, and emotion. As it turns out, his willingness to provoke emotion has its limits. This article points out Emmerich's cowardice. This article is almost laughable in pionting out Emmerich's unwillingness... Continue Reading →
Tough Questions
I don't know of too many folks asking really tough questions when it comes to international affairs and the role of Islamic terror. Robert Spencer, however, is asking the questions. Some of the questions he has are these: Why did someone who became interested in the Koran and wanted to serve Allah get involved in... Continue Reading →
Rifqa Update
In case you haven't been following the Rifqa Bary story, here is the latest report, which says that she has been granted a reprieve which will allow her to stay in Florida for now. This 17 year old convert to Christianity has caused quite a stir in the media. We all still await the outcome... Continue Reading →
Filipino Tragedy
Having spent much time with Filipinos lately, I am on alert for stories related to the Philippines. Sadly, there is a news report from Catobato this morning detailing a church bombing. At least 5 people were killed and 30 injured as a Catholic church was bombed during morning mass. There continues to be on-going tension... Continue Reading →
How Muslim Are We?
As my last blog post pointed out, President Obama appears to be reaching out to Muslims on a false pretense. Muslims need not necessarily be our enemies (except the ones who have taken that title to themselves); yet, Muslim is clearly not our identity either. I cannot see how to make advances in relationships by... Continue Reading →
Swine Flu Falsity
According to this report, Muslims in Egypt are using the swine flu fears to rid Christians of their livelihood--pigs. Because Muslims consider pigs unclean, they are more than happy to get rid of them, even if it means people will starve to death. Pigs do not cause the flu, but the swine flu fear may... Continue Reading →
Orissa Elections
This report from the BBC lists the various regions of India which will be holding elections this Spring. Specifically, Orissa, where violence against Christians raged last year, will be holding elections NEXT THURSDAY. Please be in prayer for this region, as many Christian lives are at risk based on the outcome of this election. For... Continue Reading →
Gregory C. Cochran 