Cultural Tolerance Fails Us
Welcome! In this post, let’s look at the word “tolerance,” and whether society pushes its intended meaning. Tolerance, traditionally, is defined as respectfully acknowledging another’s subjective beliefs and opinions — without endorsing or accepting them. As Josh McDowell puts it, “…loving someone with whom you may totally disagree.” Today, society is pressuring us to accept […]
Is Christianity Intolerant?
This is one of the most loaded questions ever asked. Typically when the issue is brought forth, it comes bearing the pain of a hot-button issue such as same-sex attraction, the fair treatment of women, the exclusion of other religions, or something similar. Each of these important issues deserve their own discussion. But in order […]
If God is So Loving, Why Can’t He Be More Tolerant of Sin?
The reality is that God is merciful, but that isn’t quite the same as being tolerant. There is a reason God can’t stand sin. You see, his core nature is holy and pure. (See Deuteronomy 32:4, Isaiah 54:5, and Revelation 4:8.) So a holy God cannot be in relationship with sin in any manner. He […]