donpurdumWhat is faith? Is it an abstract idea of believing in the unbelievable? Or is it something more than that? What role does “works” play in faith? I happen to…
Read moredonpurdumOver the last fifty years, something devastating happened to masculinity. A convergence of social issues has attempted to eradicate all that was bad about men regardless of the consequences. Compounding…
Read moredonpurdumI hear people say all of the time that they “deserve to be happy.” As Christians, is that true? Were we promised happiness, even in a marriage? Is happiness the…
Read moredonpurdumIt’s been a few days since I last wrote or did a podcast. Sometimes, I just needed time to pause, think, and reflect. Last week was interesting, while I didn’t…
Read moredonpurdumEach of the four Gospel accounts is unique and written for different audiences. In Mark, Jesus is presented differently than in the other three narratives. In this part of His…
Read moredonpurdumValentine’s Day is approaching quickly. It’s the time of year when the word “love” is thrown around like candy, and for good reason. Who doesn’t want to be loved by…
Read moredonpurdumNot long ago, churches of all stripes acknowledged most basic truths and Christian doctrines. Since the beginning of the Church age, there have been false teachings. 1 & 2 Peter…
Read moredonpurdumWe all have times in our lives that are painful. Separations from loved ones, difficult relationships, challenging marriages, divorces, job losses, financial ruin, and even loss of a loved one.…
Read moredonpurdumI grew up in Oklahoma City in the 1970s and 1980s. For those of you who are not familiar with the faith environment of that part of the country, it…
Read moredonpurdumYesterday was the March for Life in Washington, DC. Every year, thousands of people from all over America descend on our nation’s capital to make it known that they want…
Read moredonpurdumThere will always be someone who attempts to invalidate the Bible. When it happens, some Christians seem ready to defend God’s Word, and for good reason. Still, shouldn’t we expect…
Read moredonpurdumPope Francis has done it again. He stirred up an unnecessary hornet’s nest. By now, most of you know that the Pope issued an evil declaration that priests could perform…
Read moredonpurdumMaya Angelou once said, “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” For many newly married couples, the experience…
Read moredonpurdumHave you ever asked, what is religion? Perhaps you decided at one time or another that “religion” wasn’t for you. After all, it’s a kill joy. All it is is…
Read moredonpurdumI have always been a straightforward person. As a young man, I tended to say what was on my mind. It wasn’t always the right thing to do. It got…
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