If it’s My Horse Hockey, It’s Ok

I have recently read a blog post republishing an article on Christian intolerance. In this article the author writes in defense of being labeled intolerant for his conservative right Christian views.  In this defense, he utilizes selected bible scriptures in an attempt to portray Christ as the commander of condemnation and intolerance toward others. He … Continue reading →

Was Jesus Really the Jewish Messiah?

Christians believe that Jesus was the messiah promised by God to the Hebrew people. Because of being denied by his chosen people, as a sort of “well take that then”, salvation was offered to the gentiles. Judaism does not recognize Jesus as the coming messiah. According to Jewish scriptures the messiah will be a fully … Continue reading →

Bones in the Tomb

The discovery of an ossuary in Jerusalem inscribed with the name of Jesus and other biblical names is to me a thought provoking find. It didn’t meet with much discussion here in the rural bible belt, mainly because southern Protestants regardless of their denominational affiliations are unshakable in the traditional Christian belief that Jesus was … Continue reading →

What Happened to Judas?

Based on biblical accounts, Christians believe that Judas, overcome by guilt for his betrayal of Christ, took his own life. The bible does confirm that Judas ended his life, but the accounts given are contradictory. In Mat 27:5 the bible says, “And he cast down the pieces of silver into the temple and departed, and … Continue reading →

The Devil in Your Doctrine

This is a rant on doctrinal elitisms’. In the war of words, the words spoken between two staunch supporters of dueling doctrines becomes particularly venomous. This behavior results as a belief becomes hardened over time and becomes a part of identity, and a fear of letting go of that part of oneself. It is nonsense … Continue reading →

Thoughts About Atheists

The first atheist that I became aware of was Madalyn Murray O’Hair. I remember well the gasps and looks of astonishment from the Christians around me at the mention of her name and her claim of atheism. I can remember many conversations linking her atheism to devil worshipping and satanic cults or even demonic possession. … Continue reading →