Actress Sarah Silverman admitted to Bill Maher that she's never had an abortion. As it goes, this isn't that big of a deal. However, she framed it in such a way that makes it seem as though she wishes she had. (Mediaite) -- Comedian Sarah Silverman has made women’s reproductive rights one of the … [Read more...]
Who was Jesus?
May 28, 2014 by 31 Comments
Taking into consideration how substantial Christianity's impact on the world has been, I think everyone needs to be able to answer this question. If Christianity is true, then answering this question accurately is even more consequential. Skeptics: do you at least concede that knowing exactly who … [Read more...]
ZQTX Q&A
May 27, 2014 by 13 Comments
A semi-regular commenter, ZQTX, wondered aloud what "the precise point where you accept and do not accept the science". I think it's a bit loaded, but asked in good faith nonetheless. He provided a sample list of questions which I'll answer here. It's not likely to interest many other readers, … [Read more...]
Progressive news sources
May 26, 2014 by 4 Comments
I found this image on a very Liberal Progressive social media page. It speaks volumes...even if a joke. … [Read more...]
Liberal memes debunked: welfare irony
May 26, 2014 by 5 Comments
Could this be true? What if it is? I found this on the Facebook page "Being Liberal" and they do a great job of playing fast and loose with actual facts. The first implication is that white republicans think using food stamps (SNAP) is wrong. Well, no they don't. They -- I -- don't like … [Read more...]
“No Loser” events don’t help kids
May 23, 2014 by 7 Comments
Many schools and institutions have, over the past few decades, drifted toward an environment where children don't ever feel the agony of defeat. They hold events where no one keeps score, where no one wins or loses. Little Leagues for baseball, softball, and football do this too early on. The … [Read more...]
Are all religions pretty much the same?
May 22, 2014 by 12 Comments
Broadly speaking, skeptics rarely differentiate between the world's religions. When it comes to the real or perceived evils done in the name of religion, or by religious adherents they're one in the same. This is especially true when discussing Islamic terrorism or the Crusades and Inquisition. … [Read more...]
Is God all-loving? Is He all-forgiving?
May 21, 2014 by 128 Comments
Yesterday morning whilst enjoying my breakfast at my favorite restaurant, a friend of mine made a comment in response to something (I don't recall what) that God is all forgiving, all merciful, and all loving. I actually hear this a lot. It's usually offered as a rejoinder to my claims that some … [Read more...]
What do we deserve?
May 19, 2014 by 13 Comments
Even after having thought about this particular subject for some many years, I'm still not sure how to articulate it adequately. I'm sure you've said, or heard someone else say "I deserve..." or, "I really don't deserve...". These pleadings are usually offered within the context of something the … [Read more...]
Selling sex to children
May 16, 2014 by 30 Comments
The conservative minded have been claiming for decades that sex education essentially markets sexual activity to the students in the classroom. The argument is that when children are taught 'how to' in a manner they're told is 'safe' it encourages the behavior. Pro-abortion choice advocates and … [Read more...]
You’re just not getting it!
May 15, 2014 by 16 Comments
Issues for which there are essentially two sides have people vociferously arguing for their position. Most often each side simply talks past one another. A while back I asked of those on the pro-life and pro-choice issue to vent on what it is the other side just doesn't get. Now I'm asking my theist … [Read more...]
How should we interpret Holy Writ?
May 14, 2014 by 25 Comments
Regardless of the subject matter, all communication needs to be interpreted. Someone with my convictions, how I should be going about interpreting the Bible is vitally important. Let me explain what I mean since it might not be evident. I'm not talking about what a particular passage means, as … [Read more...]
I’m the reason you’re not a Christian?
May 12, 2014 by 15 Comments
'Why don't you believe God exists?' is asked of professing Atheists all the time. One of the answers I hear most: no one has given me a good enough reason/enough evidence to believe in God. This answer seems vacant to me, and should be to the Atheist who offers it, especially a philosophically … [Read more...]
Liberalism is always on the wrong side of life
May 9, 2014 by 80 Comments
This need not be a long post in order to convey a recent observation concerning liberalism and life. They always seem to be on the wrong side of it. Liberalism is pro-abortion. Elective abortion intentionally takes the life of innocent human beings for reasons of convenience and … [Read more...]
Emily Letts is the worst kind of pro-choicer
May 8, 2014 by 13 Comments
For those who don't know who Emily Letts is, she is the young woman who set out to document her "positive" abortion story. She filmed herself before, during -- yes, during -- and after her abortion to show us all how great the whole experience can be. So why do I say Emily is the worst kind … [Read more...]
SCOTUS rules that offended Atheists need to relax
May 6, 2014 by 15 Comments
It never ceases to amaze me when an activist group of Atheists complain that public prayers by public officials hurts their feelings and makes them feel excluded. It really is silliness. It has never been unconstitutional to begin official government activities with prayer, especially Christian … [Read more...]
‘Jesus Wife’ papyri discovered to be a hoax…no kidding
May 5, 2014 by 6 Comments
Not long ago, professor Karen King had made an announcement that she was in possession of a fragment of ancient papyri containing reference to Jesus' wife. Much of the Christian world was immediately skeptical, including myself. Some Christians' skepticism stems from a concern or fear that a newly … [Read more...]
Failed Oklahoma execution means what exactly?
May 2, 2014 by 110 Comments
By now most have heard about the murderer who was supposed to be executed but instead died from a heart attack in the execution chamber. Some are calling for an end of the "barbaric" practice of capital punishment. But is this a good reason? Agreed, this particular incident should have … [Read more...]
What happens when people listen to Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson
May 1, 2014 by 3 Comments
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgKiMRpufoM What I thought was most telling about this woman's tirade was how it didn't seem like she took into account at all how people come to own businesses. It appeared as though people just "come here" and get a business. She then complains that these … [Read more...]
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