You hear nonbelievers accuse Christians of being hypocrites. And sometimes Christians themselves “confess” that, yes, we Christians are all hypocrites. When Christians say that, they’re likely just humbly indicating that…
Hypocrites
Tag: Christian life
Remember—and Tell ’Em!—Who You Are
One Friday back in 1966 (!) I was getting ready for a first date. The boy was from a different high school; I barely knew him. But Dad must’ve had…
Fear and Trembling
I was asked a question about Philippians 2:12, 13. Q: Isn’t Paul’s directive to “work out your salvation with fear and trembling” contradictory against all the “do not be afraid”…
The Conclusion, per Ecclesiastes
It’s tough when we “know too much” about especially dark or heavy topics, spiritual or otherwise. “King Asa’s Prayer” touches on this idea. Let’s say we’ve researched, know enough to…
Perfect Father, Commander, Coach
There’s a ton of misunderstanding about what the Lord is like: Some people depict the Lord as unreasonably strict and cruel, often referring to that caricature as “the God of…