Introduction Human origins is a fascinating area of research today. With all the different models for the origins of humanity being proposed, I see an increase in the discussions, both scientific and theological. For everyone reading this post, this area of research...
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The Big Bang and Friends of the World
By Luke Nix Introduction "Don’t you know that friendship with the world means enmity against God? Therefore, anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God."- James 4:4 NIV James 4:4 warns Christians to not become a "friend of the world"...
Before You Hit Send by Emerson Eggerichs- Audio Book Highlight
By Luke Nix Introduction If you consume a large portion of your material through audio, it is hard to get past a good deal on an excellent audio book. Twice every year ChristianAudio.com runs a sale on most of their collection, and you can usually pick up these great...
Does Jesus Devastate An Old Earth?
By Luke Nix Introduction Science and faith issues are no doubt a hot topic of discussion when it comes to defending the truth of Christianity. Many Christians hold many different views about the timing and mechanism of God's creative acts. Some views hold numerous...
Contradictions In The Life of a Christian
By Luke Nix Introduction The Christian Church is no stranger to hypocrisy. The Church is comprised of sinners who do not always practice what they preach, and sometimes such practice is in stark contradiction to what we preach. Some of the most heinous acts have been...
Improbable Planet by Hugh Ross ― Audio Book Highlight
By Luke Nix Introduction If you consume a large portion of your material through audio, it is hard to get past a good deal on an excellent audiobook. Twice every year ChristianAudio.com runs a sale on most of their collection, and you can usually pick up these great...
Finding Common Ground In A Time of Stark Division
By Luke Nix "While We All Want to Believe That We Are Committed to Truth Rather Than A Narrative, Our Actions In Conversation—How We Mistreat Evidence, Mischaracterize Opposing Views And Arguments, And Attack The Challenger Rather Than The Challenge—Often Tell A...
From Laws of Physics to Reasonable Faith
By Luke Nix Many may be surprised to find that knowledge is actually the foundation for faith in God. A Blind Faith And God's Hiddenness Two common challenges to the truth of the Christian worldview are the seeming hiddenness of God and the accusation that...
Defending Truth or Relieving Suffering: Which Should Be A Christian’s Focus?
By Luke Nix Why should Christians spend so much time and energy debating true theology when people are dying every day? The Current Suffering In America In the last year America has experienced a crazy amount of unrest and carnage (or at least that is what is put in...
Does The Big Bang Require An Absolute Beginning To The Universe?
By Luke Nix Has Dr. Sean Carroll escaped the theistic implications of the Big Bang? Does The Universe Have A Cause? One of the most popular arguments for God's existence is the argument from the beginning of the universe. It goes like this: 1. Everything that begins...
8 Tips to Discuss Politics, Race, Religion and Other Controversial Topics
By Luke Nix Who has not been exposed to or may be even involved in discussions of controversial topics these days? It seems that talk of politics, race, religion, and a whole host of other controversial topics are swirling around us everywhere we go. Some topics we...
Whose Morality Should We Legislate? 44 Quotes from Frank Turek and Norman Geisler
By Luke Nix "We're living in a society in which people feel no obligation to control their own actions. Instead, we rationalize and justify every aberrant behavior under the umbrella of freedom granted by the First Amendment, never admitting that freedom without...
6 Ways Atheism Is A Science-Stopper
By Luke Nix Introduction: Science vs. Christianity? It is commonly claimed that Christianity is a science-stopper. What is usually put forth to justify this claim is that many Christians are content to look at nature and say, "God did it," without looking further to...
Richard Dawkins’ Warnings Of A Godless Society
By Luke Nix Introduction It was brought to my attention a few weeks ago that the notorious atheist Richard Dawkins may be changing his tune regarding the necessity of belief in God in human society (click or tap text to see the article). I do recall hearing winds of...
Why Do Christians Tend to Align With “Conservative” Economics?
By Luke Nix Introduction A while back, I saw an intriguing question on social media from a person who is in the middle of a worldview transition. This person is concerned about why so many Christians follow conservative economic theories and not more liberal ones. As...
45 Quotes About Relativism vs. Truth
By Luke Nix "When it comes to truth, the outcome affects not only individuals but nations and even civilizations. What starts looking like a small abstract issue ends with titanic, public consequences for all who love freedom and justice." Os Guinness, Time For Truth:...
Book Review: Time for Truth: Living Free in A World of Lies, Hype, and Spin
By Luke Nix Introduction "Time for Truth: Living Free In A World of Lies, Hype, and Spin" by Os Guinness has been on my reading list for several years now. It is a relatively short book, so I popped it in my bag to read during downtime on a trip to see family. By the...
Do Humans Have Intrinsic Value?
By Luke Nix Introduction Whether humans possess intrinsic value or instrumental value is a debate that often runs parallel to discussions about the true worldview. This debate also often fuels the passion behind worldview discussions because it has implications for...
Is It Biblical to Have an Evidential Faith?
By Luke Nix Introduction Is biblical faith blind or reasonable? This is one of the most hotly debated questions between believers and unbelievers. While most who say that faith is blind are unbelievers, I have also heard many Christians claim this as well. The claim...
Should Christians Abandon Social Media?
By Luke Nix Introduction With all of the recent news of various social media platforms purposefully hiding and censoring Christian and politically conservative content in the name of "diversity" and "tolerance," many people have abandoned Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest,...