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Living Theologically

theology and the Christian life

Suffering is the Furnace of Godliness

Why does God let us suffer? How can you trust a God who would let you get cancer? Romans 8:28-29 provide insight: Because they make us more like Christ.

How To Build a Reading Plan

With so many books to read, how can we choose what's worth reading? Here are some questions to ask to help build a reading plan for 2017.

Top 5 Books I’ve read in 2016

Here are the top 5 books I've read in 2016. Some are new books, some are old - all will be helpful and worth your time.

Why Did Jesus Come? For These Two Reasons…

Jesus was born to bring salvation and judgment. Salvation for God's people. Judgment against the devil. This is why Christmas is good news.

Why Christmas is on December 25th?

How did the Church decide Christmas would be celebrated on December 25th? Was it merely an attempt to Christianize pagan holidays? Two theories are summarized.

What’s the Difference Between a D.Min and Ph.D?

What is the difference between a D.Min and Ph.D? How do I choose which degree to pursue? Here's what I wish someone told me.

What’s the Difference Between Roman Catholic and Protestant Christianity?

What is the difference between Roman Catholic and Protestant Christianity? To deny the 5 Sola's is to deny the sufficiency of the Gospel for salvation.

Four Motifs for Sharing the Gospel

How do I share the gospel with my friends? It never seems to "come up." When we know these four gospel motifs, we are better equipped to share our faith.

Why is Temptation so Enticing (and how to overcome)

How does temptation work? Why do we given in to sin? When we look at Adam and Eve's first sin we discover a pattern that Satan still uses. How do we fight sin?

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