Some random, but hopefully useful considerations
In a few days I (along with Gail and the Dahmen’s) will head off for an ARC conference in Poland. During that time I intend to try and post entries for the Black Dwarf to give you some idea of our experience in Poland. I will be teaching on 3 different occassions (once at the conference, once before the youth of Pastor’s Marek’s church and once in a Polish church associated with the ARC Conference). We will also visit Herrnhut (the place of the 100 year Moravian Prayer meeting). We will pray at that spot for the work of God in Europe. We will also visit Auschwitz, the largest of the Nazi death camps. Following the conference the Pursley’s and the Dahmen’s will visit Budapest, Vienna and Prague and then back to the Garden State.
Christianity has recently come under some very critical attack. This radical atheism is being fueled by several books: Sam Harris’ book entitled: The End of Faith and Richard Dawkins book - The God Delusion are prominent. Here are some helpful and well thought out responses to these books. Check them out.
I am a huge fan of Paul Johnson. He wrote my favorite history book, called “The History of the World from 1920 to
1990.” His prose is wonderful, and reading his history is very much like reading a novel, rather than a text book. Check out his thoughts on the so-called “New Atheism”: Militant Atheism and God - Paul Johnson on the rise of militant atheism. Militant Atheism
I would also direct your attention to two books - “What’s so great about Christianity by Dinesh D’Souza. You can read about it here. (it is worth taking a look). Also Alister McGrath’s book - The Dawkins Delusion?. You can read an interview with Dr. McGrath here.
Another interesting article by George Barna study entitled: A New Generation expresses its skepticism and frustration with Christianity. Click here for the full article.
Finally, here is a site which is dedicated to keeping Christians informed about the suffering church in the World. Check it out and clik the link for the ten minute video.