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Living Theologically

theology and the Christian life

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Mike McGarry

Mike is the Founder/Director of Youth Pastor Theologian, where he currently writes and speaks to serve youth pastors. Visit youthpastortheologian.com to learn more about YPT and read his blogs and books, or to learn more about bringing Mike to speak at your church, retreat, or conference.

The Proverbs 31 Woman is About Jesus

While it's too far to say "Jesus is the Proverbs 31 woman," it should be clear that we see Jesus through her description.

Does God Have Feelings?

Does God have emotions or feelings? Does the Christian doctrine of impassibility claim God doesn't have emotions, and why does divine impassibility matter?

Can I be Sure I’m Going to Heaven?

Many Christians struggle with assurance of their salvation and eternal destiny. What is the foundation of Christian assurance for heaven?

What’s it Mean to be a “Salty Christian?”

What does it mean for your words to be "seasoned with salt" or to be the "salt of the earth?" In short, Christians should talk in a way that preserve life.

Four Reasons to be Confident in the Resurrection 

There are good reasons to believe in a literal bodily resurrection of Jesus. Here are four such reasons.

Don’t Sterilize the Cross

As we consider Christ's sacrificial and atoning death on the cross, remember what he endured for you... and it wasn't pretty.

What does Palm Sunday have to do with Good Friday?

The Triumphal Entry may have begun on Palm Sunday while Jesus rode a donkey into Jerusalem, but it was fulfilled on Good Friday when he carried his cross.

How Can I Know God’s Will? (it’s not so difficult)

How can I know what God wants me to do? God's will can be a mysterious thing, but it doesn't need to be. Here are three steps to discerning God's plan for you.

Why Did Saul Become Paul?

  "Saul was ashamed of his past, so he changed his name to Paul because Jesus gave him a new beginning." When it comes to the Apostle Paul's name-change, this is the explanation I've heard many times. God did give... Continue Reading →

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