Biblical faith is not believing without evidence; it is acting in trust upon reliable evidence and the trustworthy character of God.

While culture may introduce us to God, the continuation of faith must be rooted in evidence, logic, and a personal, transforming encounter with Jesus Christ.

The laws concerning "slavery" in the Old Testament were not an endorsement of barbaric chattel slavery, but highly regulated laws governing indentured servitude designed to protect the poor.

Dinosaurs certainly existed. The question of where they fit in the Bible depends on one's interpretation of Genesis 1, though most agree they were part of God's original creation.

Science explains the physical mechanisms of the universe, but it cannot explain the ultimate cause of the universe, the source of its finely tuned laws, or the origin of life itself.

The Bible does not condone random violence; it records specific acts of divine judgment against profound, systemic evil. The commands are rooted in God's holiness and His need to justly address wickedness.

While faith offers profound comfort, that comfort does not negate its truth. Christian belief is rooted in history and evidence, and often demands profound sacrifice that is the opposite of comfort.

The core message of the Bible has been preserved with astonishing accuracy. While minor scribal errors exist, the sheer volume of ancient manuscripts guarantees the reliability of the Scripture.

While the Bible contains many apparent discrepancies that require careful study, true, irreconcilable contradictions do not exist. The Bible is ultimately a cohesive, reliable source of truth.

It is undeniable that people acting in the name of religion have committed horrific acts. However, the true fault lies not in the message of Christ, but in the abuse of power and human sinfulness.

The God of the Old Testament is the same God of the New Testament. His actions reveal not cruelty, but perfect justice applied to profound wickedness, balanced by extraordinary mercy.

While people without faith can certainly perform acts of kindness, the Christian view is that God is the necessary source, standard, and definition of ultimate goodness itself.