A common objection to Christianity focuses on the denominational differences existing between the numerous Christian sects we see across the globe. If there is one Christian God, why are there so many different denominations of Christians? Does the existence of numerous (and contradictory) versions of Christianity prove Christianity is false? …
Read More »Does Christian “Hypocrisy” Falsify Christianity?
A common objection to Christianity often sounds something like this: “Christians do not practice what they preach. They say one thing but do another. If the Christian God exists, He doesn’t seem to be powerful enough to transform His followers. For this reason, I don’t believe the Christian God exists.” …
Read More »Why the First Part of the Greatest Commandment Is Even More Important Than the Second
I was an atheist for the first thirty-five years of my life. While I was a committed (and often aggressive) non-believer, most people who knew me would probably have described me as a “nice guy”. My behavior wasn’t all that different than many of my Christian friends. I worked with …
Read More »Four Character Lessons From a Godly Football Coach
A few years back I spoke at Bethel University and had the chance to visit with several students and professors afterward. Campus Pastor Laurel Bunker invited me to teach as part of their Tru?tworthy Chapel series. I challenged the student body to go the extra mile to learn why Christianity …
Read More »Parents: Train Your Young Christians by Finding the Right Mentor (Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast S6E03)
Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers develop Biblical character? What can we do to supplement our own teaching and influence? How can we find appropriate mentors for our students? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity …
Read More »Five Ways to Help Your Kids Grow in Their Christian Confidence (Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast S6E02)
Is there anything we can do as parents, youth pastors, or Christian educators to help the next generation of believers grow in their confidence as believers? What simple strategies are available to us to train up the next generation? In this episode of the Cold-Case Christianity Broadcast, J. Warner provides …
Read More »The Nature of Heaven and the Urgency of Life (Podcast)
In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines a number of Biblical passages related to the nature of Heaven. What does the Bible say about Heaven and what implications does the nature of Heaven have for our lives today? How should we live today in light of what God …
Read More »How Did Becoming a Christian Change the Way You Conducted Detective Interviews? (Video)
Should our Christian identity be reflected in the way we work and interact? If so, how does your Christian identity impact the way you investigate criminal cases? In this interview with Patrick & Tony from Cave to the Cross Apologetics, J. Warner talks about the case for Christianity, the nature …
Read More »A Strategy for Resisting Worldliness and Pursuing Godliness (Podcast)
In this blast from the past, J. Warner examines the three cultural influences that typically derail Christians from living a God-honoring life. What do we need to say to the world in order to live for God? Jim also provides some advice for those who want to lead a small …
Read More »How Developing a “Hands On” Faith Can Increase Your Passion for God
The weekly schedule. Monday, Tuesday, work all day, Tuesday night bible study, Wednesday, Thursday Friday, back to the grind, Saturday, try to get back on track, doing errands, seeing the family, Sunday, church in the morning, last minute things before the week starts in the afternoon, Monday, Tuesday, work all …
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