This morning, I was notified of the passing of one of my Aunts. While I am sad for those left behind, I know she was a believer in Jesus Christ and that makes a big difference to me. Death remains a mystery to the living, yet it is inevitable for all. There are many theories …
Continue reading Does a Christian handle grief better because of their beliefs?
The actual irony of leaked documents about the Supreme Court on the Roe v Wade ruling on abortion the week ahead of Mothers Day is not lost on me. So much anger and animosity surrounds this issue and social media has been bombarded with everyone’s opinions , this issue was already polarizing and we hardly …
Continue reading My experience with unplanned pregnancy, just in time for Mother’s Day!
Growing up, as a matter of religious obedience I was not allowed to have my ears pierced, wear makeup or wear any clothes that were considered tight or revealing. I couldn’t understand where it was said in the Bible that you had to be as plain and unattractive as possible to please God. Fast forward …
So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 NKJV On this precious, Holy weekend my thoughts turn to Christ and His sacrifice for us and if there is anything that can be done to honor Him. Because of …
A common disagreement in Christian circles today is whether or not women should be allowed to be called Pastors. In the Old Testament there are examples of women in prominent places such as a woman named Deborah, who was a Judge over Israel in Judges Chapter 4 and the very next Chapter in its entirety …
Sometimes I feel like Christians are out there with a black robe and gavel declaring judgement on sins like they are pronouncing a felony or a misdemeanor. This conjures up a humorous image, but in all seriousness, I have to ask if there are varying degrees of sin? In James 2:10 it says that whoever …
When I look back on life, it has been my experience that some of the most trying times have been the most rewarding as well. I started to wonder whether or not personal development and personal pain have a symbiotic relationship to one another. I recently started this blog and have struggled tremendously with whether …
Continue reading Does Growth Need to be a Painful Experience?
The world is buzzing over what had happened between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the Academy Awards. For those that may have been under a rock or even just disinterested with the drama, Chris Rock had made a joke directed at Will Smith's wife Jada Pinkett. By the looks on Jada's face she didn't …
Continue reading Did “Love” compel Will Smith to slap Chris Rock?
Since the Holy Spirit was unleashed on the world, there have been many debates and speculation about end times and prophecy. No doubt the war between Russia and the Ukraine has scholars and prophets scrambling to see how this may fit in with the Book of Revelation. I myself have seen videos by prophetic believers …
Welcome to The Biblical Philosopher, a blog based on bringing God's people closer to him through thoughtful and prayerful ideas about every day life and how biblical principles apply to it. Philosophy is a combination of two Greek words, philein and sophia, translating to lover of wisdom. Merriam Webster dictionary describes it as the study …
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