For God's Sake

Last week we explore the origins of the Christmas holiday, but what about the popular Christmas tradition of putting up a Christmas Tree? Even if we could celebrate Christmas, should we skip Christmas Trees and Gift giving?

There are many groups which oppose the celebration of Christmas. One of the most common arguments is that the celebration is pagan and the Bible does not direct us to celebrate it. Is this true? Is the celebration of Christmas contrary to scripture?

There are many Christians who flock to malls so their children can visit Santa, encourage their children to write letters to Santa asking for toys, and insist on perpetuating the idea that Santa is real in their households. All of this seems pretty innocent, but could it be a contradiction to the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

If you look around your church, you problem see two main groups: married couples and single women. Where are all the Christian single men? and why are we "shushed" when we ask? In this episode I vented a little about being a Christian single female in a church with very few Christian single men.

Earlier this year I spoke to Rod Reedy, Founder of The Financial Destination about finances, tithing, and tax deductions. Rod first started a blog called The Christian Principle which provided Biblically-based financial device. Now, with The Financial Destination, Rod is looking to expand his influence to include one-on-one consulting and financial recovery. 

Universalism is becoming more and more popular. You may have seen Universalist churches in your area and wondered : What does this church believe? Are these beliefs biblical? In this episode, I discussed the history and beliefs of Christian Universalism.

It's seems that lately Catholic Church is synonymous with abuse, pain, and disappointment. What is behind what seems to be an epidemic of sex abuse cases we've been hearing about? Is it an epidemic at all? and more importantly, why should a non-Catholic Christian care?

This week's interview is with @KissDatingHello! The KDH Squad (or the Kiss Dating Hello Team) started out as a challenge among three marriage-minded friends and grew into a support ministry for Christian singles who feel stagnant in achieving their God given desire for marriage.  The challenge is loosely based off of the book, "How to Get a Date Worth Keeping" by Henry cloud and consists of the mindset shift that the goal of dating is NOT to find a spouse. Participants are expected to intentionally go out and meet 5 new men (or women) a week for a period of three months.  The purpose is to learn about one's own relationship blocks and likes/dislikes in the opposite sex. By faithfully doing this challenge, the participant will encounter breakthrough and experiences that will launch them into a new mindset, and cause self awareness and confidence that can lead them to meeting their mate.  The challenge has been adapted to accommodate the modern, independent, Christian woman but is useful to all marriage minded singles.   Anjuli (@royal_match), Dionne (@thepurposetrainer) and Veronica (@teamspinster) all have a heart for singles and hopes that everyone who feels "stuck" will join in on the challenge!

I've been participating in Operation Christmas Child (OCC) since I was kid and continued participating as a adult. When I considered organization a OCC drive amongst my friends, I gave across information about the program that made me question my involvement. In this episode I explain why I will no longer be sending Christmas shoeboxes to children with Operation Christmas Child. 

Wicca is one of the fastest growing religions in the United States with many variations and combinations of practice. When people hear "Wicca" they think witchcraft, satan, and evil. Then, they may simply run away! But how can Christians approach people within this religion? This week we talk about the history, beliefs, and Biblical approach to the religion of Wicca.