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What Does the Bible Say About Abortion?

Before I say anything about abortion, I want you to know where this is coming from: the heart of a pastor. I know this isn’t just an issue to debate. It’s a deeply personal story for many people. Researchers estimate that about one in four American women will have an abortion in her lifetime. That means some of the women who sit in our services each Sunday carry this in their past, and some of the men carry it too. I’ve seen the grief, the regret, the secrecy, and the quiet devastation it can leave behind long after the moment has passed.

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Should Christians “Celebrate” Halloween?

Every October, Christians ask the same question: is it okay to celebrate Halloween, or is it the devil's holiday? I don't think the answer is a simple yes or no. Here's how I think it through, and how our family has landed. My goal isn't to make our family the standard, but to help you think carefully about yours.

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Can I Be a Gay Christian?

This topic is highly debated in the world today, and there are plenty of voices who loudly proclaim to speak for God. When answering the question about homosexuality, we can’t look inward for answers, and we shouldn’t take a poll from culture; as Christians, we have to look to scripture alone.

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