Thoughts on Justice and Persecution from the Beatitudes

I grew up in the church. I have heard “The Beatitudes” read over and over again. Here is what they say: Matthew 5 NIV: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for […]

The Wrath of God and Death of Jesus – Part 4

So What About the Afterlife? I am excited about a generation of young adults who have been raised in the church and are questioning things that they don’t see lining up with the heart of God. Because of this, questions about the afterlife and hell have come up a lot in the last few years. […]

The Wrath of God and Death of Jesus – Part 2

If you have not read “Part 1”, read it first. Click Here I grew up with a strong fear of God. The reality of hell was taught often. Hell was taught as a place of fire where people would be tortured forever. It was a place that was used to often scare people into making […]