32B. So, does God exist?
THE GOD INCLUSION (NOT 'DELUSION') – A GUIDING EXPLANATION Assuming the question at the end of my previous blog is answered in the affirmative that is, God exists. The God…
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07/01/2026
32A. So, does God exist?
Over the course of my previous Blogs, I have laid out evidence for the existence of God. If this were a courtroom trial, how would a jury weigh the case?…
06/28/2026
31. Where does this leave us …?
Over the course of these reflections, I have explored a range of ideas pointing toward the existence of God. THE DYNAMICS We have considered the origins of the universe, the…
06/23/2026
30B. Selected teachings and events from the gospels
THE VOICE OF JESUS IN THE GOSPELS The Gospels contain a remarkable collection of teachings, sayings, and events attributed to Jesus. These passages reveal a message that speaks both to…
06/19/2026
30A. The gospel writers and their testimonies
THE WITNESSES BEHIND THE GOSPELS In previous reflections I have referred frequently to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as central sources for understanding the life and teachings…
06/15/2026
29. The words and works of Jesus – do they point to God?
CONTINUING STORY As part of my ongoing reflections on the existence of God, it is difficult to ignore the figure of Jesus Christ. His teachings, actions, and the testimony of…
06/12/2026
28. Jesus’ teachings as evidence of God
IMPACT ON HUMANITY As an adjunct to my evidential case for the existence of God, it is important to consider not only philosophical arguments or cosmological observations, but also the…
06/04/2026
27. Reason, order, and the existence of God
Throughout history, philosophers and theologians have reflected on the natural world and concluded that its existence points beyond itself. These arguments are not modern inventions; they are enduring lines of…
06/02/2026
26. Key considerations in the case for the existence of God
There are several considerations in the case for the existence of God that, for me, stand out as especially persuasive. Taken together, they form a cumulative picture that points strongly…
05/29/2026
25. The many “gods” of the world and the importance of true faith
INTRODUCTION Throughout human history, people in every culture have searched for meaning, purpose, and guidance beyond themselves. This universal longing has led nations and civilisations to worship a wide variety…
05/27/2026
24. Saint Jacinta of Fatima: A child who suffered with courage
JACINTA'S INFLUENCE Among the three shepherd children of Fatima, Jacinta Marto is remembered for her extraordinary devotion, courage, and spiritual insight. Jacinta was only seven years old at the time…
05/25/2026
23B. What Fatima teaches us about miracles (Part 2 of 2)
THE NATURE OF MIRACLES The Fatima events of 1917 remain one of the most widely discussed and documented religious occurrences of the last century. Whether one interprets them spiritually, symbolically,…
05/15/2026
23A. The apparitions and miracle of Fatima (Part 1 of 2)
One of the most widely discussed religious events of the twentieth century concerns three shepherd children at Fatima in Portugal in 1917. Their names were Lucia Dos Santos (10), Francisco…
05/08/2026
22. Why is there a devil?
One question that often troubles people who believe in a loving and all-powerful God is this: why is there evil in the world and why does the devil exist at…
04/17/2026
21. The vastness of God and the value of one life
THE RANGE OF GOD'S KNOWLEDGE It is difficult for us to imagine that God knows each of us individually — that He treasures every person and desires to form…
04/10/2026
20. Our human vulnerability and the hope of eternal life
THE HUMAN CONDITION We often struggle to understand our human condition — our physical frailty, our emotional uncertainty, and our ultimate destiny. Some believe that death is simply the end:…
04/01/2026
19. The immensity of the universe and the case for God
HOW BIG IS ‘BIG’? The universe is almost beyond human comprehension. Scientists estimate its age at around 13.8 billion years, with the Earth itself being about 4.54 billion years old.…
03/27/2026
18. Why do some people not believe in God?
After publishing numerous blogs presenting evidence for God’s existence, it is fair to pause and consider the opposing view. Many intelligent and thoughtful people, past and present, do not believe…
03/14/2026
17. What archaeology reveals about the bible
Archaeology cannot prove every detail of the Bible, but it can — and does — confirm the historical world in which the Scriptures were set. Far from undermining Christianity, archaeology…
03/05/2026
16. What non-Christian writers tell us about Jesus
Many assume that the historical evidence for Jesus comes only from the Bible.But several non-Christian historians and writers from the first and second centuries also mention Jesus, His followers, and…
02/25/2026