The book UnChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks About Christianity And Why It Matters by David Kinnaman and Gabe Lyons (2007), details nonbelievers’ view of Christians. In the book, Kinnaman and Lyons, with research from the Barna group, highlight the ways Christians are viewed in a negative light, especially among Americans aged 16 to […]
WHAT IS PRAYER?
Uncover one of the foundations of a life with God
Flying, just the thought of it, had given me anxiety attacks throughout my life. So how in the world did I go from being terrified of flying to becoming a pilot for the best hour of my life? My theory is praying, being patient, and waiting for God’s guidance. I spent numerous months in deep […]
THE INSTABILITY OF FAITH A LA CARTE
The pitfalls of taking what you like from the Bible and leaving the rest
Being a Christian can be tough work. It should be, really. We are all incredibly flawed human beings, so fixing anything that broken should take a herculean amount of effort. If it was easy, I’d say something was wrong. Luckily though, we don’t do it alone. Christ is available to us in every way. The […]
GOD ALWAYS HAS A PURPOSE
This is a story of a woman’s salvation. Even having strayed from God, and in the midst of her darkness and despair, she was never alone. God was her ever-present protector, guiding her back into his gracious arms. Net, a strong, independent woman on the outside, was physically and emotionally battered on the inside. She […]
ANNIE LOBERT AND HOOKERS FOR JESUS
Saving Sin City
Hookers for Jesus. Yes, you read the name correctly. Hookers for Jesus: a bold name, rivaling only the boldness of its endeavors and its fearless founder. Annie Lobért began the international, faith-based organization in January 2005 to address the realities of sex trafficking, sexual violence, and exploitation linked to pornography and the sex industry, “fishing” […]
SMALL CAN BE BIG
To help others in need, you don't have to break the bank
As the downturn in the economy began to take its toll in late 2008, the homeless situation in Massachusetts worsened. With good jobs and reasonable rent becoming more wishful thinking than reality, the organization Small Can Be Big stepped in to facilitate much-needed financial support towards the many cash-strapped families of Massachusetts on the verge […]
LOVING ONE BY ONE
Living a lifetime of one life at a time
Everywhere you turned there was something or someone that needed help. Everywhere there was a need,” explains Christine Plaza Bermudez. Wrapping one’s head around the very apparent needs of so many others at one time can be overwhelming for just one person, especially one who wants to make a difference. This is what Sherry Roberts, […]
TAIWAN
A land of enchantment
In 1544, a Portuguese ship sailed off the Asian continent and soon came to find the Ihla Formosa, meaning “beautiful island,” known today as Taiwan. From its rugged mountain ranges to its gently rolling plains, Taiwan is one of Asia’s sweet treats. Seen from space, it has been called a sweet potato because of its […]
SENSITIVITY TOWARDS ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Taking a look at the pros and cons of alternative medicine and what it means for Christians with the help of Dόnal O’Mathúna and Walt Larimore’s book Alternative Medicine: The Christian Handbook.
When I was younger, I had chronic stomach pains. At one point, the pain lasted for a full week without subsiding, seesawing between a sharp or dull pain. After countless X-rays and tests, doctors could only agree on one diagnosis: inconclusive results. The body is an amazing piece of work, functioning with complexity and beauty, […]
A ROCHA
Christian sustainability, restoration and conservation across the globe.
A Rocha USA is “engaged in biodiversity conservation worldwide through practical, community-based actions, scientific studies and environmental education. Two of today’s major challenges are the worldwide decline of vulnerable species and habitats, and the perceived lack of participation by Christian groups in these issues. A Rocha USA is engaged in actions to meet both of […]