Most of us know someone who used to go to church, but then gave up and stayed home. Here are some of their reasons, gathered over 20 years. Note that most have no connection to whether Christianity is true.
Christianity is a belief system based on information: that Jesus is God in the flesh, come to reconcile us to Himself. However, following Jesus is about more than information. "We can only possess what we experience. The facts of theology can be altogether cold... though true in every way, they alone can't change me."
A common belief in our culture today is that all religions ultimately lead to God... that their differences are irrelevant, since 'all roads lead to Heaven.' Does this claim stand up to scrutiny? Video 4:30
The question of suffering is one that we all have to deal with. Why do we suffer? Why doesn’t God prevent suffering? Does Christianity have anything unique and helpful to say about death and suffering? Video 55:45
We all have doubts. That’s not a problem. The problems begin when we stop looking for answers to our doubts. A good first step in resolving doubt is to understand the reasons we doubt. Part 2.
We all have doubts. That’s not a problem. The problems begin when we stop looking for answers to our doubts. A good first step in resolving doubt is to understand the reasons we doubt. Part 1.
This important topic is the subject of much debate. Take some time to hear both sides. Look into the Scriptures. Use this debate as a starting point for your own research. Video: 42:31
Throughout history, Christians have used simple symbols - called monograms or Christograms - to represent Jesus. Some appear in early biblical manuscripts. Explore the history and meaning of some of these symbols.
Skeptics often claim that the gospels weren't written by eyewitnesses... that they were written later, embellished the facts, and so are unreliable accounts of history. Here we see that the authors have extensive knowledge of local geography, including towns, water, and directions.
The Dead Sea Scrolls, together, are a very important archaeological find. Among other things, they help establish the accuracy of the transmission of the Old Testament over time. However, studying such ancient documents can be very challenging. Video, 2:48:39
Who wrote the Gospel of Matthew? Was it originally written in Greek, Aramaic, or Hebrew? Can these two lines of evidence be reconciled? Look at evidence from the early church, including Papias, Tertullian, Eusebius, and more.
The Bible teaches that we are born in sin, and will not seek God on our own... yet all are called to repent. How is this possible? The answer is known as 'prevenient grace,' which bridges the gap between what we are able to do and what God calls us to to.
We who follow Jesus take part in the new covenant, but some are confused about whether Christians are included in the old. Here we see in Matthew 17 that Jesus' followers are exempt from the Law because we are children of the King.
This CCM classic expresses a timeless perspective: that followers of Jesus must give up ownership of our own lives. He died for us, and we should be willing to die for Him. In fact, we are called to die to self and carry our own cross.
Skeptics of Christianity often suggest that Jesus may not have existed. Extra-biblical evidence is especially helpful. Both Tacitus and Josephus mention Jesus, and this article outlines the evidence. Establishing the historicity of the Bible is an important part of discussing Christianity today.
Slavery has been a plague throughout all of human history, including today. Skeptics of Christianity point to the existence of slavery in ancient Israel as evidence that God is not the loving, self-sacrificing person portrayed in the rest of the Bible.
References to the Gospel of Matthew from the first 400 years of Christian history, including Papias, Clement, Tertullian, Origen, Polycarp, and the Didache. These references are an important part of establishing the historicity of the Bible.
Does science prove or disprove the existence of God? Christians believe that science, when done well, reflects the reality that the universe was created by God. Atheists typically claim that science rules out the existence of God. Examine some of the claims of prominent atheists.
Christianity is under attack in many places around the world. Some American Christians are, for the first time, concerned about losing the freedom to worship openly. Big Tent Revival boldly proclaims their intention to be faithful to God under difficult circumstances.
After a 15-year dig, archaeologists in Israel have uncovered an ancient Canaanite fortress that dates back to the time of David and Solomon. It's believed to have protected the Gihon spring, described in the Book of Kings as the location of King Solomon’s anointing.
In this 72-minute interview, Holly Pivec discusses the heretical problems with the new apostolic reformation (NAR) churches, especially Bethel Church in Redding, CA. Due to the popularity of their music program, this is an important issue.
Skeptics of Christianity sometimes claim that Jesus never claimed to be God, and that belief in His divinity was a legend that developed over time. When did this belief develop? How early can it be established?
The Jewish Scriptures - the Old Testament - speak often of the coming Messiah. The New Testament clearly claims that Jesus is that Messiah, and points to many Old Testament prophecies as being fulfilled by Jesus. Here are 40 of the 300+ prophecies associated with Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.