Marlon De Blasio

Marlon De Blasio

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  • Do the basics of the Christian faith still matter?

    Do the basics of the Christian faith still matter?

    Why should believers continue to build their faith on the basics of Christianity? Isn’t the sophistication of advanced humankind demanding that we rethink our basic tenets?

  • Christian faith and the illusion of secularism

    Christian faith and the illusion of secularism

    We must remain vigilant. We are confronted daily by this fiercely rigid opponent, and we shouldn’t let secularism confuse and complicate our beliefs.

  • The Gospel’s resonance in a culture of relativism

    The Gospel’s resonance in a culture of relativism

    Can the term "repent" provide meaning for people who unlike previous generations have significantly more educational and therapeutic methods to change their lives? In secular culture, it’s generally perceived that humanity’s sophistication has outgrown Christianity.

  • Can we appreciate God in times of suffering?

    Can we appreciate God in times of suffering?

    Of course, it is much easier to appreciate God when things are going well, but sorrow is an unavoidable part of life in a broken world.

  • My Christian experience with secularism and its 'holy grail'

    My Christian experience with secularism and its 'holy grail'

    Believers require a fresh realization that the Christian faith does provide existential and intellectual fulfillment, and makes reality intelligible. Secularism should be criticized for its self-entitled interpretations of reality, and its dubious propositions for humanity.

  • Is Christian leadership in crisis?

    Is Christian leadership in crisis?

    Unless our understanding of leadership goes beyond theory, cultural thought may develop a narrative that suggests evangelical leadership cannot realistically offer anything exceptional.