Ecclesiastes, written by an individual named Qoheleth, is one of the most unique books in the Bible, one that the church tends to neglect. I… Read More »Life is Fleeting: Coping with Trauma in Ecclesiastes
This post will conclude my commentary on Psalm 88. In the previous posts, I discussed the psalmist’s description of his suffering, his reproach, and his… Read More »Psalm 88: Darkness is My Closest Friend
The Bible is full of passages speaking to the greatness of God; so much so that mainstream Christianity believes God is perfectly moral. But is… Read More »Psalm 88: It’s Okay to Question God
Omnipotent I am the one Icarus I’ll touch the sun Omnipotent Icarus I’ll eat the sun Lorna Shore, “Sun//Eater,” track #3 from Pain Remains, Century… Read More »From the Heart: Pastoral Icarus Syndrome?
For many of us living in the modern age with even the tiniest understanding of Judeo-Christian theology, the concept of good-vs-evil is purely instinctual. Throughout… Read More »God, the Satan, and Job: A Theodicy
In times of adversity and hardship, we often turn to faith for comfort and guidance. The phrase “God will never give you more than you… Read More »Debunking Biblical Myths: “God Will Never Give You More than You can Handle”
If you or a loved one is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 (the Suicide and Crisis Hotline.) Help is available and only one… Read More »Christianity and Suicide: Is it Taking the Right Approach?
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. Since probably middle school, I have been a devoted fan of the horror genre. Going back… Read More »Halloween: Faith and Horror
As you may have noticed from my previous posts, I am a bit critical of the contemporary church. You may also recall that, for the… Read More »Another Southern Baptist Hypocrite Has Fallen: Johnny Hunt
In my previous post, I discussed the reassurance of the words “the pain is only temporary.” These words certainly hold up in times of suffering,… Read More »Rationalization versus Love: Galatians 6:2