Theology
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The Worst Reasons People Stop Believing in God
Shortly after becoming the pastor at Olney Baptist Church, I reached out to a young man who had been baptized in our church and then disappeared. My predecessor had baptized […]
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Are Things Getting Worse? A Biblical Look at Darkness in Our Time
Do you believe things are getting worse or better? If you say “worse,” then a majority of Americans agree with you. According to a 2023 Pew Research Center survey, 58% […]
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Stop Talking About Your Truth
Are there certain phrases that just make your skin crawl? For me, it’s when someone says, “I’m speaking my truth.” Or when people encourage others to “live your truth.” UGGGGHHHH! […]
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Before We Talk About the End Times, We Need to Understand the Basics
There’s a lot happening in the world right now. War is breaking out or intensifying in several parts of the globe—especially in the Middle East. Tensions are rising. The news […]
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Did Jesus Die For Our Sins? A Look at the Doctrine of Substitutionary Atonement
Some truths are uncomfortable. Some Christian doctrines confront us with realities we’d rather not face. The substitutionary atonement of Christ is one of them. Simply put, substitutionary atonement is the […]
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Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation?
Few topics in Christian theology generate as much discussion as baptism and salvation. Some churches teach that baptism is necessary for salvation, while others (like Olney Baptist Church) say it […]
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A Simple Introduction to the Major Branches of Christianity
Spend any time in Christian circles or examining Christian beliefs and you’ll run into a dizzying array of confusion. Estimates suggest there are nearly 45,000 distinct Christian denominations globally, ranging […]
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Are You a Conservative, Liberal, or Progressive Christian?
The Christian landscape can be quite confusing. The breadth and diversity of beliefs and perspectives among those who self-identify as “Christian” can be mind-boggling to say the least. Trying to […]
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Who Was that Baby in the Manger?
The Christmas story is one of the most beloved in human history: a baby born in a manger, heralded by angels, visited by shepherds, and eventually adored by wise men. […]
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What Kind of a Christian Are You?
Let me kick this off with a hypothetical conversation. Try to follow along. And that’s about where we lose most people. Most people believe a bunch of stuff when it […]
