Blog, Podcast, YouTube, and Books by Ray Burns
Approximate Reading Time: 3 minutesThroughout the Old Testament, Israel was always looking forward to their promised Messiah – the anointed One of God who would reclaim the world and redeem us from sin. We can look all the way back to Genesis and see that God always had a plan for our a rebellious group of people who could […]
Day 1 – The Promised Victory (25 Days of Christ in the Old Testament) Read More »
Approximate Reading Time: 2 minutesHave you ever spent time looking for that perfect Christian resource, only to find a lot of things that at really good but not quite what you’re looking for? That’s the problem I’ve run into as my family prepares to celebrate our version of Advent. I tried finding a reading plan that gave 25 different
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Approximate Reading Time: 11 minutesIf you’ve only recently discovered this ministry, you may not know that I have a long history with depression. I’ve talked extensively about mental health in my 5 part series on psychology, and I got very personal in part 4 (check out parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). I’ve also shared how God uses my
How I Survive Depression Read More »
Approximate Reading Time: 14 minutesHow do we know what “good” is? When we say something is unfair or unjust, what are we comparing it to? How do human beings not only know the difference between right and wrong but have the ability to choose between them? If a Christian is honest, we must point to God. But what about
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Arguments For (and Against) God’s Existence (podcast episode) Read More »
Approximate Reading Time: 9 minutesThe electronic device you’re using to read this is beyond most of our ability to create. Every aspect of it is designed with a clear purpose and each button has a function. The sheer amount of power within a phone, tablet, or computer is beyond what people could have imagined even decades ago. We take
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Represent Christ When You Discuss the 2020 Election (podcast episode) Read More »
Approximate Reading Time: 5 minutes(This article also includes a podcast discussion. Click the play button below, or subscribe and listen on your Apple or Google podcast app.) We are reaching the end of a very hostile, emotional, and fear-fueled election in America. Whatever happens, our country is going to be at war with itself. Republicans and Democrats will be
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Approximate Reading Time: 7 minutesWhen we claim that God has created everything in existence, the popular question is “Well, who created God?” While it’s meant to catch us in a bind, it actually points to how unique and incredible God is. And when people ask that question, they may be accidentally proving to themselves why God must exist. Everything
Approximate Reading Time: < 1 minuteIdols are dangerous, but they also condition us in a way we may not realize. Remember to subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes!
A Surprising Way Idols Keep Us from Fully Trusting Christ (podcast episode) Read More »