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Syrian Refugee Crisis: Is This Part of the “Last Days” Mentioned in the Bible?

As of now, 23 U.S. states have refused accepting Syrian refugees. The terror attacks in Paris have created a new scenario where American leaders are now increasingly concerned regarding the influx of immigrants from nations where ISIS operates. Is this shift of immigrants part of the last days mentioned in the Bible? In Joel Rosenberg’s…

Oregon Shooter Targeted Christians: Martyrdom Becomes Reality in America

Chris Harper Mercer launched a deadly rampage Thursday at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon, killing 10 and wounding seven more. According to initial reports, Mercer specifically targeted Christians during his shooting spree. According to reports to national outlets, “They would stand up and he said, ‘Good, because you’re a Christian, you’re going to see…

A Christian Response to Planned Parenthood

With all the political, ethical, and religious noise in the media recently, one issue stands above the rest regarding its importance. As most of the nation knows, videos have been released by a group called The Center for Medical Progress (CMP) allegedly showing Planned Parenthood illegally profited from sales of human tissue. The videos suggest…

Church, Millennials Don’t Trust You

A recent Barna Group survey observed the following traits among Millennials: The only piece of information a sizeable majority of Millennials is comfortable sharing with a church is their first name (82%). Only half are willing to give their last names (53%). Just one-third are comfortable sharing their email address (33%). That means two out…

Should Christians Use Marijuana if it is Legal in Their State?

It is quite easy for Christians to oppose something when it is illegal. In the past, marijuana usage was illegal across the nation and many Christians argued against the substance on the basis of law. Now the situation has changed. Recreational use of marijuana (as opposed to medical use) is legal in four U.S. states. This shift poses a question for Christians, should we use marijuana if it is legalized in our state?