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Do Christians Believe in Karma?

In recent decades, the concept of karma has made its way into everyday conversation in Western culture. That dishonest salesman who finally got busted for his shady deals? Karma. The guy who cut you off in traffic, only to skid off the road and into a ditch? Karma. We throw the word ‘karma’ around, often…

Why are Christians against Abortion?

As of this writing, abortion has moved to the forefront of national discourse in the US. In recent months, the US Supreme Court has heard challenges to two different state laws aimed at restricting abortion. The current composition of the court has people on all sides of the debate anticipating rulings that might allow for…

Are Christians Allowed to Eat Pork?

Even to those who have not studied the three Abrahamic religions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, one of their most familiar aspects is their dietary laws. Muslims and Jews alike are known for their prohibitions against eating pork. But what about Christians? Are we free to eat pork, or should we adhere to similar dietary restrictions?…

Should Christians Wear Crosses?

The cross is the most widely recognized symbol of the Christian faith. Crosses sit atop our church steeples and altars. They adorn our pulpits and the covers of our Bibles. And they are often found emblazoned on the t-shirts of modern Christians or fashioned into necklaces and other jewelry. But should Christians wear crosses? Does…

Can Christians Dance? The Biblical Answer

From ballet to ballroom dancing, from Zumba to high school gymnasiums, dancing encompasses a broad range of activities and settings. And just as varied are the responses by churches to dancing. Some Christian traditions admonish dancing in all forms. While other churches host Zumba parties. But what does the Bible say about dancing? Should Christians…

Can Christians Drink Coffee (Caffeine)?

Coffee bars are a common fixture in our American megachurches. Most weekends, we can find some uplifting music being shared at a makeshift coffeehouse in a nearby church basement. And every regular churchgoer quickly learns that church foyer coffee is a rich source of satire (and deservedly so) American Christendom. It seems that, at least…

Are Christians Allowed to Drink Beer or Wine?

Just as it was in ancient times, alcohol consumption is a common part of our modern culture. Some Christian traditions today adhere to strict abstinence from all alcohol use, while others employ fermented wine in the celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Which way is right? Are Christians permitted to drink beer or wine? And if…

Why Do Christians Say Amen?

After his father prayed a blessing over the family’s supper, young Bobby asked “Dad, what does ‘amen’ mean?” But before Dad could answer, Bobby’s younger sister, Jenny, chimed in with her own response, “It means ‘send’!” We laugh at the childlike response, informed by a world of emails and text messages. But is there a…

Christians Who Don’t Believe in Hell

Since the earliest days of the church, Christians have believed in a literal hell, a place of torment where unbelievers will spend eternity. Over the centuries, different teachings about hell have emerged. Some Christian traditions suggest that hell is temporary, others teach that the pain is more metaphorical than literal. And a small minority even…

Do Christians Believe in Evolution?

For generations, the commonly taught view that all life evolved from a common source has been debated and discussed in academic and religious circles alike. Our schools and our popular culture promote evolution as a scientific fact, relegating Biblical creation to the annals of mythology. Bible-believing Christians push back, but are they ignoring science? Is…