In the midst of the coronavirus disaster, we are hearing many voices. The fact that the virus at the center of the crisis has many unknowns increases the cacophony. We hear experts contradicting each other, politicians leveraging the situation and the worldâs top medical professionals doing their best to inform the public. All of this is natural as nations struggle to come to terms with something they were unprepared for and are uncertain as to how to respond. What are we to believe? … [Read more...] about Hear The Voice
Decision Making
Following the Crowd
A common practice amongst government departments is that of lobbying. Lobbyists put pressure on individuals in government to persuade them to do something. We are also familiar with terms like group pressure, peer pressure and social pressure. The idea is to influence someone to conform to those who are doing the pressuring. This can, of course, be positive or negative. Scripture warns us to be wary of group think. âYou shall not follow a crowd to do evilâ (Exodus 23:2). It is rare in … [Read more...] about Following the Crowd
How Do We Use Authority?
When we consider biblical authority and how we should use authority, do we consider it from manâs perspective or God's perspective? The disciples came to Christ and asked Him a basic question, who would have the preeminent position â to sit at his right and left hand (Matthew 20:21-27). Sitting at the Kingâs right and left hand by its very definition implies position, power and the ability to exercise authority â which in human terms implies the ability to control others. Christâs response to … [Read more...] about How Do We Use Authority?