The Christian gospel is simple. The idea is that everyone has sinned at least once, and because we've sinned we all deserve to go to Hell for eternity (a bit harsh, but that's the story). The only way God can save us from Hell is to become a human and sacrifice himself to himself … [Read more...]
Christianity: A Relationship Built On Threats
I want to tell you about a woman named Katrina. She's cute, kind, intelligent, and has a successful career as the manager of a restaurant. Although she's enjoyed the single life, she just turned thirty and is thinking about settling down. The problem is, she hasn't found the … [Read more...]
LTMFS Part 43: Big Sins and Little Sins
16 years ago, I wrote this in my journal: I think one reason I've repeated the same little sins over and over is because when I repent of those “little” sins I don’t have the same deep abhorrence far them as I do for “big” sins. It was one thing to stop smoking pot and looking … [Read more...]
LTMFS Part 40: An Abusive Relationship
16 years ago, I wrote this in my journal: God convicts me of sin, He disciplines me, and He punishes me, but it’s because He desperately loves me. I thanked Him and praised Him and told Him how sorry I was for my cold heart and my sins. He touched me, but just for a moment. … [Read more...]
LTMFS Part 37: Which Interpretation?
16 years ago, I wrote this in my journal: What would Jesus do? Good question. I’ve never taken it as seriously or asked it as often as I should. I started reading a novel called In His Steps by Charles Sheldon and it’s all about that question. Mom and Dad would disagree with … [Read more...]