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    Can We Prove God Exists?

    Over a decade ago, I taught the Olney Baptist Church Young Adult Sunday School class. I took the class through a series of apologetics-oriented lessons. One of the young people […]

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    Is it Wrong for Churches to Get Political?

    In my last article, we opened up the can of worms marked “politics.” In that article, I emphasized up front that the Bible is explicitly clear that Christians are to […]

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    Let’s Talk About Politics

    “I intend to vote for that missile,” the U.S. congressman said to thunderous applause. He had been talking about the “MX Missile.” For those who may need a refresher or […]

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    What Does the Bible Say About Abortion?

    Many claim the Bible says nothing about abortion. They are wrong to make that claim. The reason they (erroneously) believe the Bible is silent on abortion is because the word […]

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    Remembering October 7, 2023

    One year ago, terror attacks against Israel reignited the flames of conflict in the Middle East, leading to tens of thousands dead, much destruction, and spiraling instability. Speaking to my […]

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    Holding Onto Faith In the Midst of Loss

    At the time I write this, the news is full of tragedy. There are the ongoing (and, in some cases, escalating) conflicts in our world. Our country has just experienced […]

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    Please Consider Supporting This Hurting Family

    The community of Olney, Maryland is reeling from a terrible automobile accident that claimed the life of a high school senior and sent two others to the hospital. Last night, […]

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    Happy 100th Birthday, President Carter

    Dad didn’t care much for Jimmy Carter (at least not politically), but Grandot (what I called my paternal grandfather) did. And I grew up witnessing their political debates. Dad was […]

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    A Lesson From Michael

    Yesterday (September 29) was Michaelmas (otherwise known as “the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael”). I have a confession to make. Until this year, I never really paid attention […]

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    Feeling Lost and Alone? Here Are 6 Steps to Get Back on God’s Path

    Right now, you might feel lost, defeated, overwhelmed—trapped in a situation that seems impossible. Maybe you’re confused, worn out, and feel like you’re all alone. Life can feel heavy, but […]