Tag: Church

It’s OK to Disagree with Others (but there is a right way to do it) – from Philip Spener c. 1675

Posted on by Eric Costanzo in AD1500-1700, Christian History, Church History, European Christianity, Judeo-Christian History, Protestantism, Religion, The Church and Society

I was asked by a friend recently, "How do we possibly argue for biblical truth with all of the contentious issues in our world today?" The answer I gave to my friend has not changed: "However we do it, we must do it with humility." We live in a culture that thrives on inflated opinions, … Continue reading It’s OK to Disagree with Others (but there is a right way to do it) – from Philip Spener c. 1675 →

How I Offended my Homeless Friend

Posted on by Eric Costanzo in James, New Testament, Personal, Poverty, Religion, Scripture Impressions and Digressions, Sermon Notes, The Church and Society

A few weeks ago, I preached a message at our church from James 2:14-18 (see below) in which I made the following statement: "James the Apostle understood that the poor, needy, and under-resourced are fertile ground for the good news we call the gospel message. They are often broken people who are keenly aware of … Continue reading How I Offended my Homeless Friend →