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Welcome to our blog on Christian ethics. In today's secular age, Christian ethics serve as a vital moral compass, guiding us to act with integrity, compassion, and justice. Here, we explore how these biblical principles can help us navigate ethical dilemmas, foster trust, persuade the skeptic, and positively influence our communities. Join us as we delve into the wisdom and grace that Christian ethics bring to our everyday lives.
Why We Can’t Agree that Murder is Wrong
Charlie Kirk's assassination revealed a disturbing truth: when society abandons objective reality, the line between murder and justified killing disappears completely.
Jihad? Who Are the Jihadis?
Jihad, often portrayed as inner struggle, historically drives violence and division. True hope lies in Judeo-Christian values—life, freedom, equality, and Christ’s transforming love.
The Sacramental Technologist, Part II: From Nature to Empowered Nature
Man the Maker, homo faber, is made in the image of God, and human productivity is also a sacrament of the divine.
The Sacramental Technologist, Part I: A Translucent Creation
In a sacramental view of the world, the reason God uses certain matters of creation for specific sacraments is because natural creation has an inherent ability to be used by God.
Think Christian about Agriculture
Christian faith calls us to view agriculture as sacred stewardship—feeding the world, caring for creation, respecting animals and workers, and honoring God through responsible farming practices.
Think Christian Protect Your Marriage
Christian marriage offers lasting commitment rooted in God’s design, contrasting cultural confusion about sex and fidelity, as highlighted by the recent Coldplay concert scandal.
Think Christian about Education
Classical Christian education cultivates wisdom and virtue by nurturing students’ hearts and minds through timeless stories, deep truths, and a vision rooted in Christ.
Think Christian about Wonder and Science?
Wonder at creation isn't an evolutionary accident but God's gift, drawing believers to worship when truly awestruck by nature's beauty, Christians have Someone meaningful to thank.
Think Christian on the 4th of July
This article examines the Christian theological concepts — such as human dignity, depravity, and religious freedom — and their influence on America’s founding documents and governmental structure.
Think Christian; Live Beautiful
Living rightly is beautiful—not just right or useful. Like great art, virtuous actions possess integrity, order, and proportion, delighting both the doer and beholder.
How To Think Christian in Decision Making
Think Christian in Decision-Making: Four-Station "Decision Train" - Does it glorify God? Honor spouse? Care for others? Then choose freely within God's sovereign will.
Think Christian About New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act
New York's Medical Aid in Dying Act raises Christian concerns about true compassion, physician conscience rights, and biblical end-of-life care alternatives.
Think Christian about Vulnerable Children
This article explains Christians' divine calling to care for orphans by responding from God's love, following Christ's example, embracing suffering, and advancing God's kingdom.
How to Think Christian in a Re-Paganizing World
Society is transitioning from a materialistic to a spirituality-focused era, creating "re-paganization." Christians need biblical frameworks—commands, character development, community, and purpose—to navigate these unsettling yet opportunity-filled times.
Rescuing Ambition in the Workplace – Part 2
This post discusses redeeming ambition for God's purposes, finding meaning when dreams die, and pursuing Christ-centered goals rather than selfish achievement.
Redeeming Ambition
Rediscovering godly ambition: Christians needn't choose between faith and marketplace success—true humility drives excellence while keeping God's glory central in business pursuits.
Why Evangelicals Can Champion Religious Freedom.
Evangelicals champion religious freedom through a unique theological lens—balancing individual conscience with communal responsibility—offering society a robust framework for liberty that transcends politics and serves the common good.
Tariffs, Work, And Christian Vocation
Beyond tariffs and trade policy lies a deeper issue: our relationship with work. A Christian’s primary calling is discipleship and relationship with God, while secondary callings (including work) are expressions of serving God regardless of employment status.
The Social Impact of Christianity
Modern values like human rights and healthcare owe more to Christianity than we admit. Its quiet revolution still shapes the world we take for granted.
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