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CBF faces post-denominational trends, (part 3)

This article is based on parts 1 and 2, and ran in the 2 July 2010 Rockdale Citizen. We are living in a post-denominational age. That means that denominations (or the national bodies that represent denominations) are having less influence over local congregations, public policy, and culture as a whole. Most of the major denominationsContinue reading “CBF faces post-denominational trends, (part 3)”

Gratitude is a first step in confronting the whys of suffering

At some point in life every person must pass through the rigors of doubt and darkness. The most likely crucible of theological wrestling contends with the question of why evil, suffering and hardship befall a world created by a good God. When we try to explore possible answers to this question honestly, solutions are nearlyContinue reading “Gratitude is a first step in confronting the whys of suffering”