Many people read the Old Testament only to be shocked by the violence they see, even some, apparently, sanctioned by God. In Part 4 of I Can't Believe In A God Who...., Joshua Ryan Butler, author of "The Skeletons in God's Closet," offers answers to objections people have about violence in the first half of the Bible.

Jesus came to bring comfort, hope, protection and joy to the world. But not everyone sees Him like that. If you’re one of those people, you're in good company. What characters from the Christmas story do you identify with the most? Because there's a little bit of each of them in us all.

For many, the Christmas season is complicated. It's a reminder of broken relationships, unmet expectations, and missed loved ones. But no matter your circumstances, Christmas can also be a reminder of the light that overcomes the darkness.