Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Aug 12, 2020 9:58 PM

Sin twists, destroys, and leaves a path of destruction in its wake. And, as in this case, trying to justify sinful decisions also leads to contradictions.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 6, 2020 7:15 PM

Skeptics and atheists find the problem of evil so repugnant and our solutions so hollow because they refuse to accept a fundamental reality that every Christian believes. Alan explains what that...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 10, 2020 12:14 AM

C.S. Lewis warned that we should not treat Christianity “as a means to anything—even to social justice.”

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Sep 25, 2020 8:11 PM

It’s our fault that so many believers have embraced a false philosophy—critical theory—and are attempting to parrot it back into the church. There’s a simple reason why: lack of training.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Oct 18, 2020 11:20 PM

Alan talks about how Christians were caught off guard by the current cultural revolution sweeping society today. He offers a two-step strategy to prepare for the next revolution and to protect...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Oct 21, 2020 6:08 AM

WWJD? We should take our cues from Jesus’ life and public ministry, but we shouldn’t—and can’t—always do what Jesus would do. Here are three things Jesus did that we should not do.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Nov 17, 2020 4:23 PM

Alan sounds the alarm on a pop Christian culture habit called Coffee Cup Christianity. He unpacks three of its harms and explains how they are fueling biblical illiteracy.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Nov 19, 2020 11:12 PM

When times are tough, it’s tempting to downplay giving thanks, but no matter how bad things get, we should continue to give thanks for at least three reasons.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Nov 30, 2020 6:15 PM

A worldview that denies God and embraces naturalism has serious repercussions, the most egregious being a logical slide into nihilism. Here are three reasons why nihilism flows logically from...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Dec 8, 2020 4:53 PM

A worldview that denies God and embraces naturalism has serious repercussions, the most egregious being a logical slide to nihilism. Alan unpacks three reasons why nihilism flows logically from...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Dec 17, 2020 7:01 PM

The efficacy of faith is dependent not on the subject who expresses faith, but on the object of faith. It doesn’t matter how much or how little faith you have. It only matters in whom you place...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Jan 12, 2021 8:00 PM

Does God require a certain amount of faith before he accepts it? Alan addresses this question by clarifying the nature of faith.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 21, 2021 6:02 PM

Have you ever been called a "phobic" term like homophobic, Islamophobic, transphobic, or xenophobic? Alan discusses three reasons why you don’t have to fear the “phobic” label.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Feb 23, 2021 12:26 AM

People’s views are almost always more nuanced than what we might conclude based on the labels they’ve given themselves. To avoid misunderstanding or misrepresenting others in your conversations,...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 20, 2021 11:32 PM

When you realize your theology is in error, do you overcorrect by swinging wildly to the opposite position? Alan offers a biblical approach to correcting your view, one that looks more like using a...

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 23, 2021 3:29 AM

Alan recommends a children’s book that shows the absurdity of trying to explain the complexity of creation by chance and time.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Mar 27, 2021 12:11 AM

It’s possible to learn something from others’ criticisms of your ideas or manner if you humbly pursue the truth. Here are three steps to take when you receive critical feedback.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Apr 6, 2021 1:30 AM

Do you want to experience the good life? Just add humility to your day. It’s a key ingredient for the Christian life and, indeed, life in general. Here are a few aspects of life that require humility.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On Apr 18, 2021 4:37 PM

Alan received some harsh feedback from a recent event. He explains three steps he takes when he gets these kinds of critical comments.

Web Content Article · By Alan Shlemon On May 6, 2021 1:21 AM

Many people no longer look to an external, objective reference for guidance but instead give their inner desires total authority. As Christians, we can’t adopt this secular way of thinking.