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The Top 4 Most Ridiculous Verses Regarding Marriage and Sex in the Pentateuch

by Ryan Posted on September 16, 2012

The Pentateuch has proven to not keep with the times when it comes to marriage, sex, and women (among other things). Here are a few of the most ridiculous claims we’ve encountered so far. If you’re brother dies, be prepared … Continue reading →

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How Many Atheists Are There?

by Greg Posted on August 21, 2012

According to the recently-released Global Index of Religion and Atheism, the world has grown less religious. Fifty-nine percent of the people in the world considers themselves “religious,” while 23% consider themselves “not religious.” Thirteen percent are committed atheists. Overall: Globally, … Continue reading →

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Chick Fil-A and the Bible

by Greg Posted on August 7, 2012

Maggie Lamond Simone, at the Huffington Post, uses the controversy over Chick Fil-A’s stance on gay marriage to make a broader point about the Bible: Those who base their prejudice on the Bible’s teachings are cherry-picking their beliefs, which I … Continue reading →

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Following the Logic of “A Miracle Inside the Aurora Shooting” to Its End

by Ryan Posted on July 24, 2012

I’m sure by now you’ve seen the trending article by Brad Strait, A Miracle Inside the Aurora Shooting, on Facebook or twitter. The story truly is amazing. Petra was shot in the head during the Aurora theater shooting last Friday. Her surgery … Continue reading →

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Marriage in Deuteronomy

by Ryan Posted on July 24, 2012

Note: This is the fifth post in an ongoing series where we look at what the Bible actually says about marriage. Earlier posts can be found here, here, here, and here.  Deuteronomy doesn’t disappoint when it comes to laws regarding marriage, women, and sexuality. … Continue reading →

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The Death of Moses and the End of the Pentateuch (Deut. 34)

by Greg Posted on July 15, 2012

We come to the end of Deuteronomy. After the long “Song of Moses”—which, as we mentioned in a previous post, is likely the oldest bit of this book—Moses dies, aged 120 years (Deut. 34:7: “yet his eyes were not weak nor … Continue reading →

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Are Unbelievers As Bad as Criminals?

by Greg Posted on July 8, 2012

From Reason.com: It’s no wonder that atheists poll so badly; according to the same survey, religious folks believe the godless are about as trustworthy as rapists. “While atheists may see their disbelief as a private matter on a metaphysical issue,” explained … Continue reading →

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