New Series: What is Christianity?

This entry is part 1 of 5 in the series What Is Christianity?

Sometimes I wonder whether, in all the debates about whether Christianity is true, we have our terms defined well enough. Atheists tell me often that atheism is not a belief system. Christianity is. But just what is this belief system? Chuck Colson says “Christianity is the explanation for everything.” That’s a statement of scope, though, …

September 6, 2008 – 8:09 am | By Tom Gilson | Posted in The Faith | Comments (2)

What Is Christianity, Indeed?

This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series What Is Christianity?

A new survey finds that many Americans can’t define the term “evangelical Christian.” [Link: Americans have difficulty defining 'evangelical' (OneNewsNow.com) ] Apparently it’s a timely question.

September 9, 2008 – 4:47 pm | By Tom Gilson | Posted in The Faith | Tagged | Comments Off

What Is Christianity? Worship

This entry is part 3 of 5 in the series What Is Christianity?

At the core of Christianity—at the core of everything—there is God, uniquely revealed in Jesus Christ. From the earth-bound, human perspective, Christianity is primarily about being in a right relationship with God through Christ. This is a many-faceted relationship involving reconciliation with God, experiencing his forgiveness and intimate love, learning his character and living consistently …

September 22, 2008 – 6:08 pm | By Tom Gilson | Posted in The Faith | Tagged , | Comments (3)

What Is Christianity? Life In Christ

This entry is part 4 of 5 in the series What Is Christianity?

I’ve been spiritually dry lately. This morning I decided to let God’s word remind me of Jesus Christ’s position at the center of everything,  for which I turned to Ephesians 1:3-14. It begins, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in …

October 4, 2008 – 7:50 am | By Tom Gilson | Posted in The Faith | Comments Off

What is Christianity? A Living Hope

This entry is part 5 of 5 in the series What Is Christianity?

We are hearing increasing reports of Christians being persecuted in Sudan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Belarus, India, and elsewhere. Even in North America, what seems to be incipient persecution has increased of late, possibly a sign of more to come. In light of that, let us consider the “living hope” of 1 Peter 1:3-7 (ESV). Blessed …

November 16, 2008 – 8:32 am | By Tom Gilson | Posted in The Faith | Tagged , , | Comments Off