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Are conversation and common ground possible if opposing parties stake a claim to absolute truth? In the end, I think that may be the only conversation worth having. As for common ground ..... that all depends upon the issue. As evangelical Christians, we must be honest about the kind of claims we are making and the kind of conversation we are ready to enter.
Thanksgiving has been transformed into an iconic American event. This leaves us with a fascinating question -- how do unbelievers celebrate Thanksgiving? They are giving thanks to whom, exactly?
Every worldview and belief system addresses the meaning and morality of sex in one way or another. Christianity understands sex to be a great gift from God -- neither a sacrament nor inherently sinful.
The unspeakable evil of the killings at Virginia Tech bring us once again face to face with the reality of human evil. Christianity faces this challenge honestly, and acknowledges the horror of moral evil and its consequences. The Bible never flinches from assigning responsibility for moral evil. Human beings are capable of committing horrible acts of violence, malevolence, cruelty, and killing.
The recent revelations of Mother Teresa's spiritual struggle should remind all believing Christians that our faith is in Christ -- not in our feelings.
The literal, historical, bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is the vindication of Christ's saving work on the cross. The issue is simple -- no resurrection, no Christianity. For this reason, belief in the resurrection of Christ is essential in order to be a Christian.
What Islam Really Says About Violence, Rights and Other Religions
Gomaa, Fadlallah, Mubarak, Khan, Siddiqi, Ellison, others | On Faith
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