Category Archives: Apologetics
“What is Fundamentalism?”
The word fundamentalism is somewhat hard to define, and there are many definitions on the Internet with little in common with one another. The word is used both as an adjective (e.g., fundamental Islamist) and as a noun (e.g., the Fundamentalist movement). … Continue reading
“What does the Bible say about animal/pet euthanasia?”
While the Bible nowhere explicitly addresses animal/pet euthanasia, there are definitely some biblical principles that apply. In Genesis 1:26 God declares, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the … Continue reading
“Is it possible to sell your soul to the devil?”
In the fanciful tale of Dr. Faustus, a man makes a deal with the devil: in exchange for his body and soul, the man is to receive supernatural power and pleasures for 24 years. The devil agrees to the trade, … Continue reading
“Did Jesus have long hair?”
Most artistic portrayals of Jesus are of a Caucasian male with blue eyes and long light-brown hair. It is important to understand that this common portrayal is likely not at all what Jesus looked lie. Jesus was ethnically Jewish, so … Continue reading
“Does God punish us when we sin?”
In order to answer this question, we first need to distinguish between punishment and discipline. For believers in Jesus, all our sin – past, present, and future – has already been punished on the cross. As Christians, we will never … Continue reading
“What is the Serpent Seed doctrine?”
The serpent seed doctrine is a belief based on poor biblical interpretation and superstition. It is a primary doctrinal resource for those who want to use Scriptures to justify racial prejudice. The serpent seed doctrine is also closely related to … Continue reading
“Is it wrong to question God?”
At issue is not whether we should question God, but in what manner—and for what reason—we question Him. To question God is not in itself wrong. The prophet Habakkuk had questions for God concerning the timing and agency of the … Continue reading
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