Occasionally I’ll hear a Christian remark that he or she is being harassed by some type of spirit. For example, they may say, “I sometimes get attacked by a spirit of doubt. ” Or, they might explain that another Christian has told them that they are being plagued by a particular spirit, of which they […]
Misc.
Years ago I developed a passion for walking in the woods. This site was first developed as a way to share my love for backpacking through my online journals. Soon, I was discovering other areas of life that I enjoyed “walking” through – and so I continued to journal. This site is now dedicated to more than just taking a walk through the woods. It has become a collection of resources for those who “walk” in other ways. Feel free to read, share, and comment on what you find.
Testing Pine Fire Fatwood
A few months ago Black Owl Outdoors published a video highlighting a small business product known as Pine Fire Fatwood. I was impressed with their testing of it and wanted to give it a shot myself. Fatwood is a term given to pine wood that has become impregnated with resin. This occurs when the pine […]
The Christian Response to Radical Islam
As radical Islam continues to hold an international spotlight, my social media feed is awash with rage, hatred, fear, and threatening posts. Understandably, people see the murderous clips or read the disheartening speeches and feel the need to do something. How can one not react? How can one not feel the hurt? Terrible things are […]
The Christian Jihad
Few Arabic words are more well-known among Westerners than the word “jihad.” We hear it often and see its definition played out on the news. Literally, it means to “struggle.” However, it is most often used and understood in the context of “holy war” and is associated with the Islamic faith. Although not all Muslims agree […]
How Can God Send Someone to Hell Because of Their Sexual Orientation?
That is terribly unfair of God! How can He create a person to be a certain way and then cast them into the flames of hell because they are doing exactly what He created them to do? If this is the God of Christianity – then I don’t want to get to know that God! […]
Are the Recent Beheadings a Sign that the End is Near?
The world is watching the Middle East. The rise of ISIS from relative obscurity to front and center has captured nearly every headline. Few extremists have gripped the world with terror like this group. Their brutality seems to know no bounds. From the torture of innocent victims to the beheadings of unarmed people to the burning alive of prisoners, ISIS […]
Was the Thief on the Cross Saved Under the Old Covenant or New?
You may look at this question and wonder, “why would anyone even consider this important?” I agree. This is not one of those questions that I find even remotely vital to the Christian walk. However, because I’ve heard it asked a few times (most recently in a Sunday School class), and it apparently matters to some, […]
Keeping the Faith During Good Times
Very few people enjoy hardships. As a matter of fact, we do all that we can to avoid them. We purchase insurance policies so that when difficult times come, the losses we suffer won’t be as bad. We also avoid unnecessary risks because they may lead to unnecessary hard times. But, if there is a […]
For Those Who Hurt at Christmastime
Every year, at around this time, I post a message very similar to this one. I just have a sense that it’s a message worth repeating. The Christmas holiday season is certainly an exciting time. Shopping, baking, decorating, parties, and visiting are just some of the things that many of us enjoy this time of year. […]
Does the Bible Predict That Muhammad Would Rise As a Prophet?
Recently, I heard a Muslim attempt to support his claim that Muhammad was a true prophet. Surprisingly, he cited some passages from the Bible to build his case. He wanted to show that the Bible predicts the coming of Muhammad, thus proving that he was a true prophet. Let me begin by saying that I believe Islam’s […]