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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.

Suffering and the Problem of Evil

The reality of suffering and pain can easily lead to despair and doubt. Samwise Gamgee in LOTR presents a beautifully Christian view on hope in the midst of the problem of evil.

5 Good Reasons Tithing Matters

Christians serve a generous God. How could we think we honor him by being stingy?

How I Changed My Mind on the Doctrine of Election

How I've changed my mind on the Reformed/Arminian debate, and some principles about 'doing theology' along the way.

Book Review: Designed to Lead

Designed to Lead is a much needed call for the Church to have a clear discipleship plan that involves training new leaders for the sake of the Great Commission.

Integrity & Potato Chips

Integrity is truth in advertising. It means "wholeness." You aren't half-full, but presenting yourself otherwise, like a bag of potato chips. Have truth in advertising about who you truly are - a work in progress by the grace of God.

Is Jesus in my Heart?

Christians talk about "inviting Jesus into my heart." But does the Bible ever tell us to do that?

Playing the Long-Game in Ministry

What does it mean to play the long-game in ministry? We cannot measure our ministry only by immediate results.

Why Seminary is Worth It

Seminary is expensive and time-consuming. Is it worth it? I say YES... here's why.

Theology of Christianity & Politics

When we have a solid theology of politics, can we better discern how we should vote in elections.

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