The location, or address, of heaven, depends less on human viewpoint than on the inescapable reality that we know nothing about realms of existence outside of our physical experience. The prevailing view of most faiths is that the afterlife, or … Continue reading
It is probably one of the more common human traits – the desire to have more – more wealth, more love, more pleasure. And the list goes on. Another common human trait is the tendency to be blind to the … Continue reading
There are many among us who would resist embracing Christianity based on blind faith. We cling to the idea that we must personally experience or witness confirming events before we can believe. Ironically, the very concept of faith requires that … Continue reading
If there is one thing we share with most of the animal kingdom, it is instinct. Virtually all animal forms (humans included) will retreat when they feel threatened. Fear, it seems, is a built-in feature. So too is wariness – … Continue reading
One of the biggest stumbling blocks in our effort to believe in God is the scale of our experiences. In our lifetime, there is a consistent pattern of cause and effect, and we are direct witnesses to that principle. When … Continue reading
There’s a common expression applied to the concept of continuing existence following physical death – Life after death. Like many other aspects of our struggle to grasp the relationship between science, logic, and faith, we are handicapped by the limitations of … Continue reading
One of the great mysteries of the Bible is the element of time. From the very first descriptions of the story of creation, we are faced with contradictory time elements. While the sequence of events is compatible with today’s scientific … Continue reading
The concept of separation of church and state dates back to 1791 when that concept was incorporated into the 1st amendment to the U.S. constitution. In its most basic form, it prohibits the government from establishing a national religion. In … Continue reading
When tragedy strikes, such as the recent mass shootings, even the most devout Christians may find themselves questioning the existence of God. If God is the loving Creator of all that we observe, the loving Creator of humanity, why would … Continue reading
We are all familiar with the basics of growing a plant, or a tree, or our favorite vegetables. Plant a seed in the soil, add water and sunlight, and presto! We are all familiar with the range of plant life … Continue reading
