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Did Jesus Claim to Be God? | Cold Case Christianity
When skeptics argue that Jesus never actually claimed to be God, they often mean that Jesus didn’t utter the words, “I am God. Worship me.”
How Can I Address Scientific Issues If I Don’t Have a Formal Science Education? | Cold Case Christianity
When it comes to conversations about science and faith, many Christians feel intimidated—especially when the other person has formal scientific training. I get it.
Can We Rely on the Disciples’ Words in the Gospels? | Cold Case Christianity
Many skeptics question whether we can truly rely on the words of the disciples as recorded in the Gospels, simply because these accounts were written by Christians. The assumption is that once someone becomes convinced of a claim, their testimony is instantly biased and, therefore, unreliable.
Four Ways the Earth Is Fine-Tuned for Life | Cold Case Christianity
The appearance of fine-tuning in the universe is part of an overwhelming cumulative case for the existence of God.
Would the Gospels Withstand the Scrutiny of a Cold-Case Investigation? | Cold Case Christianity
The case for the reliability of the New Testament Gospel eyewitness accounts is dependent on the trustworthiness of its authors.
The Unique Power of Christian Hope | Cold Case Christianity
Everyone, at some point, faces hopelessness. Sometimes it creeps in over a personal struggle—a relationship that seems beyond repair, a job that feels like a dead end, or a diagnosis that shatters the illusion of control.
How the Fear of Death Guides Us to God | Cold Case Christianity
Humans have always been haunted by the shadow of mortality. Psychologists have a name for this persistent awareness: “mortality salience.”
Why Dads Still Matter | Cold Case Christianity
During my years working the gang detail in Los Angeles County, I met countless young men and women caught up in the world of gangs. Over time, a single theme emerged—one that cut across backgrounds, neighborhoods, and stories.
Why Guilt Is So Much Better Than Shame | Cold Case Christianity
The value of shame is a topic that stirs debate. Is shame helpful or harmful?
The Bible Describes Us Accurately: Beautiful and Fallen | Cold Case Christianity
The more time I’ve spent investigating unsolved murders, the more suspicious I’ve become—not just of suspects, but of people in general. If cold case killers can blend in for years, looking and acting like good citizens, how many more “good” people might be capable of something terrible?
The Truth About Tough Love | Cold Case Christianity
Humans possess an innate sense of justice—a truth recognized by philosophers since antiquity and confirmed by modern science. Socrates called justice a “virtue of the soul,” and Plato saw it as a principle of harmony within both individuals and society.
The “Ism” Behind Racism | Cold Case Christianity
Prejudice is a reality every police officer and detective knows well. It’s a force that drives people to commit murder, and at times, it even seeps into the conduct of those sworn to uphold the law.
How to Turn Trauma Into Triumph | Cold Case Christianity
Suffering is a universal experience—woven into the fabric of the human condition. Yet, most of us rarely account for hardship when mapping out our lives.
Why Work Still… Works! | Cold Case Christianity
The word “contentment” traces its roots back to the early to mid-fifteenth century, originating from the Latin term contentus, the past participle of continere, meaning “to contain” or “to hold together.”
The Dangerous Desire for Celebrity | Cold Case Christianity
Most of us, whether we admit it or not, are drawn to celebrities. For many, the pull goes beyond mere fascination—we long for a taste of celebrity ourselves.
Why We Must Be Careful About What We Worship | Cold Case Christianity
Human beings, no matter where we come from or what status we hold, are remarkably alike in what we pursue. Ask anyone what matters most, what brings meaning, what’s truly worth chasing, and you’ll hear familiar refrains.
Why Marriage Ought to Be Everyone’s Priority | Cold Case Christianity
Some choices in life matter more than others—not just because of what we’re deciding, but when we make those decisions. Picture a rocket, fresh off the launchpad, aiming for the moon.
The Crucial Role of Community | Cold Case Christianity
Most people are remembered for their achievements or public contributions, but beneath the surface, every life is defined by a web of relationships—hundreds of friendships and associations that rarely make the headlines. This overlooked social narrative is often the truest story of who we are.
Why Our Identity in Christ Matters | Cold Case Christianity
Social media has become a mirror reflecting our fascination—some might say fixation—with identity. Every online profile starts with a “handle,” the chosen name by which we wish to be recognized in the digital world.
Why Wisdom Requires God | Cold Case Christianity
Everyone, it seems, is on a quest for wisdom. Bookstore shelves overflow with self-help guides, and “wisdom literature” has been a mainstay of religious tradition for centuries.