Born again. Brokenhearted. Beguiled.

Why does James 1:18 say God “gave us birth by the word of truth”? And why does James write that we are a kind of “first fruits” among God’s creation? My father broke my heart when I was growing up. Now I wonder about the meaning of Isaiah 61:1 and how God can heal me. […]

“40 flood stories? Alternative lifestyles?”

How should we view the many flood stories worldwide in so many different cultures? My friend has embraced an alternative lifestyle. He now wants to lead a Bible study teaching affirming theology. What should I do? Some say we’re forgiven positionally but still need daily forgiveness. Is this true? What about 1 John 1:9?