Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian immigrant, hurled Molotov cocktails into a peaceful gathering of Jewish demonstrators, using a homemade flamethrower to set several people ablaze.
I’ve heard it dozens of times — maybe you have too. Someone brings up faith or Scripture in conversation, and someone else quickly offers the disclaimer: “Well, I don’t take the Bible literally.”
Burnout isn’t just physical fatigue; it encompasses emotional, spiritual, and deeply human aspects. And for Christians, it brings with it a painful question: Shouldn’t I be stronger than this?
There is a question that finds us all eventually, regardless of culture, education, or belief: Why am I here? It is not merely about career or fulfillment, but about existence itself.
By Dr. Tim Orr
Why I’m Taking a Break
Over the past few months, I’ve begun to feel unsettled about the direction of my blog. What once felt like a meaningful space for sharing insights, encouraging believers, and engaging thoughtfully with theology and culture has become something less
This is the gospel—breathtaking, life-giving, and overflowing with radiant hope. It is not simply good news; it is the best news. A story so stunning and transformative that it draws you into its very heartbeat.
By Dr. Tim Orr
In this story, I am sharing a moment that tested my faith and reaffirmed my understanding of grace—a moment that unfolded in a courtroom where justice, loss, and mercy collided in unexpected ways. Eight years ago, a man named Anthony killed my brother in a
Today, I write to share my heart, my grief, and my plea for accountability as I prepare to speak at a parole hearing. The hearing will determine whether Anthony Sheehy, the man who killed my brother, Shannon, in a drunk driving accident, will be released from prison four years early.
To better understand what shapes my writing, I want to share the five primary sources of inspiration behind my posts: my background, education, experiences, Christian worldview, and current events and trends.
This article delves into the intricate beliefs and historical contexts that define Palestine for Jews, Christians, and Muslims, drawing on the works of esteemed scholars.
Andy Bannister's analysis offers an alternative perspective, suggesting that the Qur'an can be better understood through the Oral-Formulaic Theory (OLT).
By Dr. Tim Orr
In the intricate tapestry of religious narratives, the story of Adam holds a foundational place in both Islamic and Christian traditions. Scholar Andy Bannister delves deep into these narratives, uncovering their profound impact on Muslims' and Christians' theological frameworks and worldviews. Bannister’s exploration
However, upon closer examination, I discover a spiritual narrative yearning for redemption—a tale marked by profound reverence for martyrdom, a theology shaped by suffering and injustice, and a longing for divine justice through the awaited return of the Mahdi.
It means that the God who created the universe doesn’t merely tolerate us or grant us parole. He brings us into His family. He gives us His name, His inheritance, and His love.
Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian immigrant, hurled Molotov cocktails into a peaceful gathering of Jewish demonstrators, using a homemade flamethrower to set several people ablaze.
I’ve heard it dozens of times — maybe you have too. Someone brings up faith or Scripture in conversation, and someone else quickly offers the disclaimer: “Well, I don’t take the Bible literally.”
Burnout isn’t just physical fatigue; it encompasses emotional, spiritual, and deeply human aspects. And for Christians, it brings with it a painful question: Shouldn’t I be stronger than this?
There is a question that finds us all eventually, regardless of culture, education, or belief: Why am I here? It is not merely about career or fulfillment, but about existence itself.
This article calls to recover something ancient and often overlooked: the spiritual language of design, where form becomes faith and structure becomes a sacred witness.