Notre Dame’s Crown of Thorns

Notre Dame’s Crown of Thorns

While the recent fire at Notre Dame is certainly sad news, the stories about Jesus’ actual crown of thorns being located there deserve at least some scrutiny. Many churches throughout history have claimed to be in possession of such “sacred relics” and very few ever...
Modern Man’s Problem

Modern Man’s Problem

A choice quote from C.S. Lewis’ essay, “God in the Dock” “The ancient man approached God (or even the gods) as the accused person approaches his judge. For the modern man the roles are reversed. He is the judge: God is in the dock.  He is quite...
Questionnaire for Catholics

Questionnaire for Catholics

Did you enjoy mass last Sunday? Did you enjoy calling the priest “Father” even though Jesus told us not to use this title for church leaders (Matthew 23:8-9)? Did you enjoy all the extra-biblcal ceremonies of the mass even though Jesus warned about the danger of...
Phrase: A Gospel Issue

Phrase: A Gospel Issue

I have heard people use the phrase “gospel issue” many times and, like most evangelical clichés, I do not find it helpful. Having listened to its use on various occasions, the phrase seems to have two main purposes: (1) to stifle debate and (2) to sneak social issues...
Eastern Orthodoxy

Eastern Orthodoxy

While there are not many Eastern Orthodox churches in the Midwest, there are some and we, as Bible believing Christians, should understand what they believe so we can bear witness to the truth of scripture as God grants us opportunity. Follow the link below to a...
A Primer on Apologetics

A Primer on Apologetics

Even the most soft-spoken Christian will find himself being accused and attacked by unbelievers on a regular basis simply for what he believes.  Should the Christian respond? If so, how? Join us for mid-week study during the month of January as Pastor McShaffrey...