Author Archives: Maryann Spikes

Moral realism and our rights and liberties, part 3

How do we distinguish man-made morality from true morality, and how can we use that moral truth to make the case for protecting the rights of every individual on the globe?  In part 1 of this series, we saw that … Continue reading

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The reason for hope: One woman’s bravely told story of forgiveness

“Always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in you.” 1 Peter 3:15 In today’s The Reason for Hope we hear from a woman whose story is evidence that God never leaves our side, even when … Continue reading

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Moral realism and our rights and liberties, part 2

Is there a real basis from which to extend rights to every individual? Do we have evidence that there is moral truth, that our rights are real and not made up, that our indignation is not delusion?  In part 1 … Continue reading

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Moral realism and our rights and liberties, part 1

If civil rights and liberties matter to you, then moral realism matters to you.  If moral realism is not true, civil rights and liberties do not truly exist and social justice is a myth (as is the meaning of life and … Continue reading

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Apologetics: Because the unexamined life is not worth living

If you have nagging or fascinating questions about the meaning of life (or what our purpose is), if there can be one true religion, if faith and reason conflict (is faith blind?), if creation and evolution conflict, if there is … Continue reading

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RFG sermon series ideas: The Solution

Tim Keller’s The Reason for God sermon series ideas. The Solution Luke 1:1-4; Luke 24:13-32 Key Thought: Jesus’ bodily resurrection happened historically and is culturally and personally relevant and challenging, a challenge we cannot simply dismiss. Historical Context: · Luke investigates this … Continue reading

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RFG sermon series ideas: Let’s Dance

Tim Keller’s The Reason for God sermon series ideas. Let’s Dance John 17:13-24 Key Thought: God’s creation is an outpouring from the fullness of His love, and our part in creation is joining in that dance with Him and each other. Historical … Continue reading

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RFG sermon series ideas: The Problem

Tim Keller’s The Reason for God sermon series ideas. The Problem John 6:26-58 Key Thought: Evil results from our choosing other than God, suffering draws us back to God, the Bread of Life which satisfies what the world can never satisfy. Historical … Continue reading

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RFG sermon series ideas: Faith, Reason and the Clues of God

Tim Keller’s The Reason for God sermon series ideas. Faith, Reason and the Clues of God Sermon Passage: Luke 24:33-42 Multi-media Ideas: Nacho Libre clip on religion/science would be good at beginning, Beautiful Mind marriage proposal clip would be good to wrap … Continue reading

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RFG sermon series ideas: Speak the Truth in Love

Tim Keller’s The Reason for God sermon series ideas. Speak the Truth in Love James 2:1-17 Key Thought: Speak the truth in love-and live it. Historical Context: James calls for faith in action, which is love in action. Sermon Points: Doubt: The … Continue reading

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