“We might do well to identify the fact that, when atheists use evidences from their fields of study to make a case against the existence of God, they do not consider themselves to be acting on religious motives, but when a theist does similarly in defense of God, they are accused of religious bias.” (Brian & Wayne Rossiter, Mind Over Matter: The Necessity of Metaphysics in a Material World)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! Summer is officially over, but the links just keep on coming! Here they are!

• Andy Stanley, son of Charles Stanley, recently preached a message calling for his congregation to base our faith not on Scripture, but the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Some have confused, to say the least (how do you know about the resurrection and its meaning?). Pastor and SBTS Professor David Prince calls his statements for what it is: old liberalism.
• Can your small group ever replace the church? Not so much. Pastor Sam Allberry gives three reasons why this is the case.
• During this election season, have you thought to consider the unity believers ought to have with one another? Jesse Johnson lays out the practical unity we must have, even if we don’t agree on who should be elected, and also three forms of unity that should exist around the gospel. This is what we need to be focused on this year.
• If you are dismayed by what has been reported on the news concerning the election, or the moral degradation in our culture, Paul Tripp may have anticipated your next question: “Why even bother?”
• What does the Bible say about transgenderism? You may think Scripture is silent on the issue, but there is much to examine. Kevin DeYoung gives a small foundational primer answering this vital question today.
• Muslim convert to Christ, and RZIM speaker Nabeel Qureshi has publicly announced his diagnosis of stage IV stomach cancer, and has asked the church to pray. His ministry is far-reaching, and one that has been used by God to draw many to Himself, some of them Muslims. Please consider a few moments to pray for recovery, as well as a deeper trust in his commitment to Christ.
• What would you say to someone if they tell you there is no evidence for God’s existence? Alan Shlemon provides some help to counter that claim. On the flip side, Steve Hays concisely argues there is no evidence for atheism.
• Michael Kruger chips away another misunderstood Christianese phrase: we have freedom in Christ. Read on to find out more!

That’s all for this week! Make sure you keep Lumos and College Life in prayer, as they meet tonight. You are definitely invited! See you on Sunday!

Soli Deo Gloria