The Vindication of Losers
Draws attention to a subtler and less obvious ramification of Jesus’ resurrection.
When Normalcy Does Not Prevail
Gives council on how to function when turmoil and disorder prevail.
My Hour Is Not Yet
Describes the first coming of Jesus and the account of Jesus and Mary at Cana to exhort us to be ready for Jesus' second coming.
A Memorial Address
Reflects on the human condition confronted with the reality of death.
The Two Most Important Things I Have Learned
Explores how the author's thinking and understanding has changed over the course of twenty years as a tutor at Gutenberg College—specifically, how he understands the Bible and Gutenberg’s role, how his perspective on the nature of Christianity and its origins has changed, and what he has learned about the basis for hope.
The Bible, America, and Political Systems
Lays out biblical truths that must be taken into account by the Christian believer who wants to construct a political theory and to engage in politics in a manner consistent with the biblical worldview. (PDF)
A Light Shining in the Darkness
Argues that we can only understand the true joy of Christmas by understanding the fact of death.
An Easter Exhortation
Encourages believers to persevere in their faith in the light of Jesus' resurrection.
The True Story of Christmas
Tells the Christmas story as the Bible, rather than traditional Christianity, presents it.
Clues of Religious Commitment
Describes behaviors that indicate a person's religious (rather than intellectual) commitment to beliefs.
How to Follow Jesus When You Cannot Kill the Beast
Explores what it will look like to exist as a follower of Jesus in the emerging hostile society and how believers can prepare for such a future. (PDF)
In That Day, They Will Fast
Examines the Christian response to feeling disconnected from God.
God Give Me Courage to Be a Nut
Compares the “herd” mentality with that of an authentic follower of Jesus.
Why Do We Listen to Whom We Listen?
Challenges the way most modern Americans judge the value and worth of a person.
Address to the Gutenberg Class of 2011
Gives advice to graduating seniors who desire to become wise.
Easter Fantasy
Imagines one man's experience on Judgement Day.
The Fact of Easter
Discusses four important implications of Jesus' resurrection.
Merry Anti-Climactic Christmas!
Reflects on both the birth and resurrection of Jesus in the light of God’s purposes and promises.
What God Gave Us for Christmas
Contrasts the futility we experience in this life with God’s promise of Life in the age to come.
Perseverance: The Meaning of Christmas
Proposes that the meaning of Christmas lies in the certainty that God will fulfill His promises.