Adrian Rogers discusses the importance of a Christian worldview and the need for absolute truth in a world where moral absolutes are being rejected. He examines the influence of philosophers such as Hegel, Feuerbach, Marx, Darwin, and Freud on modern thought and culture, and warns against the dangers of humanism, atheism, and the survival of the fittest. Rogers encourages Christians to stand firm in their faith and to share the truth of the Gospel with others. [... more]

The wise men, also known as the Magi, were skilled in astronomy and astrology, and they were searching for a king. They followed a star that led them to Jesus Christ, and when they found him, they rejoiced and worshiped him. The wise men's story illustrates the essence of true wisdom, which is searching for truth and worshiping the king. The Bible teaches that Jesus is the only way to salvation, and that God wants to redeem people and lead them to a knowledge of Christ who truly wants it. [... more]

Financial teacher Ron Blue explores the disconnect between what people say and do about money, revealing that expecting money to fix problems or fill hearts is a recipe for disappointment. He notes that true wealth isn't measured in net worth, but in contentment, and that freedom and joy come from trusting God as provider, not paycheck. The solution lies in realizing it's not our money, but God's, and that our trust should shift from our finances to the Lord Himself. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's approach to evangelism in a superstitious city like Athens is characterized by respect, humility, and consideration of others' feelings and convictions. He introduces the true and living God to the Athenian philosophers, setting aside superstition and confronting false belief systems. [... more]

The Apostle Paul's encounter with the people of Athens, where he engages in conversations with philosophers and citizens, introducing them to the true and living God, and changing their perception of value and worth. [... more]

The pursuit of ultimate reality is a central theme in ancient Greek philosophy, with thinkers such as Thales and Anaximander debating the nature of reality. They proposed various theories, including monism, pluralism, and corporealism, to explain the world around them. The quest for ultimate reality is a timeless and universal question that continues to shape human thought and understanding. [... more]

The question of why and the search for ultimate reality has been a profound concern of philosophers throughout history, with ancient thinkers like Thales seeking to understand the essence of being, the nature of life, and the cause of motion. Thales proposed that water was the fundamental substance from which everything comes, a concept that would shape the development of Western philosophy. [... more]

The wise men, also known as the Magi, were skilled in astronomy and astrology, and they believed in one God, but through the occult. They were experts in mathematics and agriculture, and their knowledge was so great that they were kingmakers of their day. When they heard about the birth of Jesus, they followed a star in the sky to find him, and when they arrived, they fell down on their face and worshiped him, showing the essence of true wisdom in life. [... more]

The pursuit of ultimate reality by ancient pre-Socratics led to various philosophical inquiries, including monism, pluralism, corporealism, and incorporealism. The debate centered on the nature of ultimate reality, with some thinkers believing in a single substance, while others proposed multiple elements or units of reality. [... more]

The ancient philosophers grappled with the question of ultimate reality, seeking to understand the underlying essence of the universe and the purpose of human existence. Thales, a pre-Socratic philosopher, proposed that water was the fundamental substance from which everything comes, and that it was responsible for life and motion. This idea has had significant consequences for the development of Western philosophy and continues to influence modern thought. [... more]

C.S. Lewis's book, The Abolition of Man, has a reputation for being inaccessible, but a new book by scholar Michael Ward offers a guide to understanding this complex work. Lewis argues that value is objective and that it's a premise as basic as two plus two equals four. He explores the role of education in teaching morality and the importance of integrating our rational faculty and sensible appetite to become truly human. [... more]

Scattered Christians, feeling like outsiders in a world that doesn't belong to them, are reminded by Peter that they are chosen by God and part of a divine community. This message of election is not just a doctrine, but a source of hope and encouragement, reminding believers that they are not accidents, but rather a deliberate choice of God's sovereign plan. [... more]

In ancient Athens, the apostle Paul introduced the living God to a city intuitively religious, intellectually curious, and inwardly anxious. He referenced the unknown God, whose name the Athenians did not know, and began his declaration by telling them that this God created everything that is. [... more]

The Bible paints a picture of a basic depravity in humanity that can only be remedied by the grace of God through Christ. Pastor Lutzer explores the concept of human nature and sin, using the example of the Apostle Paul's conversion to illustrate how God can change even the most unlikely great sinners. [... more]

A group of philosophers and theologians gathered on a mountain to discuss the great questions of the day, but their attention was diverted by a mysterious holy man who claimed that a simple change in diet, specifically a diet of asparagus, was the key to achieving a state of bliss. [... more]

Death is the great separator, but Jesus is the great reuniter. The Bible teaches that when we die, we will be fully conscious and reunited with loved ones who have passed away. The resurrection of our bodies will be a transformation, where we will be given new, glorious bodies, free from pain, sickness, and disease. In heaven, we will be reunited with our loved ones, and we will have a deep, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. [... more]

The Bible teaches that death is not the end, but rather a transition to a new life with God. Christians can have confidence in the afterlife because of Jesus' promise to bring them with him when he returns. This assurance is based on redemption, and the relationship believers have with God will continue after death, becoming even more intimate and satisfying. [... more]

Five men's philosophies have shaped and molded America today, rejecting moral absolutes and leading to a crisis of absolute truth. Their ideas, including Hegel's dialectic theory, Feuerbach's rejection of God, Marx's communism, Darwin's evolution, and Freud's psychoanalysis, have had a profound impact on society, influencing everything from education to politics and morality. [... more]

The importance of a Christian worldview and absolute truth in today's society is discussed, highlighting the influence of philosophers such as Hegel and Feuerbach on American thinking. The need for a return to God's truth and the dangers of humanism are emphasized. [... more]

The Bible's account of creation in Genesis is the foundation for understanding sin, death, and the gospel. Recent creation is essential to the Christian faith, as it shows confidence in the whole Bible, provides a foundation for understanding death after sin, and gives underpinnings for the gospel itself. [... more]