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The Greater Meaning of Manna, Bread, and Fish

June 17th, 2020

In the Bible, manna, bread, and fish were given freely by Jesus, sustenance in a barren time. ULC guest writer Karl J Bernhardt argues we are in need of similar nourishment today, but for our spirits and societal change. Continue Reading »

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Have Christians Become Too Sensitive?

April 24th, 2019

Some Christians have been known to call their political opponents "snowflakes." But when offended themselves, their skin seems to become surprisingly thin. What gives? Continue Reading »

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Good Samaritan Gone Wrong

January 25th, 2019

Religious teachings often press us to help those in need if we are able to do so. The Bible famously includes a parable dedicated to this very idea. But what happens when assuming the role of Good Samaritan goes terribly wrong? One Indiana woman found out Continue Reading »

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How Can Christians Be Pro-Life but Support the Death Penalty?

November 9th, 2018

Guest sermon: The same Christian politicians and legislators who adamantly support capital punishment keep winning election after election virtue-signalling about their so-called “pro-life” views. How does that work? Continue Reading »

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How God Helped the Eagles Win the Super Bowl

February 9th, 2018

If God spent Super Bowl Sunday kicking back with platters of divine snacks and enjoying the fruits of His media marvel creation, He did so without as doubt as to who would win.There was no miraculous helmet catch. No immaculate reception. But regardless, Continue Reading »

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Porn Could Be Changing Christian Views on Abortion

December 28th, 2017

Has your husband, father, or perhaps even your pastor experienced a surprising change of mind toward abortion? If so, you may want to take a peek in his browsing history. Continue Reading »

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How to Plan a Christening

July 7th, 2017

The most important thing on the day of your baby's christening is that you take your time, relax, and enjoy your baby's special day stress free. In order to do that, you must plan your day out ahead of time and tie up any loose ends ahead of schedule. Continue Reading »

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Gender Equality Falling Short in the Church

June 19th, 2017

Southern Baptists aren’t exactly known for progressive stances on gender equality, but this may be changing with their new translation of the Christian Standard Bible (CSB). Published last fall, the CSB is an update on a Southern Baptist-affiliated versi Continue Reading »

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Does 'Love Thy Neighbor' Include Paying for Their Healthcare?

April 7th, 2017

Healthcare is a deeply political issue which forces splits along ideological lines. What is often drowned out beneath all the noise and finger pointing, however, are the basic moral and philosophical questions that guide our thinking. The gospel says “lov Continue Reading »

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How I Discovered the Meaning of Christmas

December 12th, 2016

When I was in my early twenties, I became fed up with the blatant materialistic culture of the United States. With a close friend at my side, I left on a journey in search of truth. My operating rule was that if it didn’t fit in my backpack, I didn’t need Continue Reading »

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Antichrist in Our Midst

October 28th, 2016

Have you had a brush with the Antichrist? Perhaps you have, but didn’t realize it. Although the Antichrist is referenced numerous times in scripture, the Bible doesn’t provide a clear description. Thus, there is no clear consensus on what "it" looks like. Continue Reading »

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By the Grace and Glory of God

June 29th, 2016

This article was submitted by guest blogger Rev. C.J. Kady, R.M.A and ULC Minister Lately, I have been thinking about the young men and women who were savagely gunned down in Orlando. In my prayers for their families, and my continuous prayers of thank Continue Reading »

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Demons Among Us

June 1st, 2015

This is written from a conservative Christian perspective Demons have been portrayed in various ways in human culture and media, but the biblical understanding of a demon is a supernatural being who is subservient to Satan. They, like Satan, were once a Continue Reading »

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Fifty Shades of Sin

March 2nd, 2015

From a Christian perspective, there are many elements in Fifty Shades of Grey that are alarming. The movie has made its way from the printed page to the big screen this past Valentine’s Day. The film has enjoyed large success, earning more in it’s opening Continue Reading »

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What is the Gospel?

February 24th, 2015

"By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you." - 1 Corinthians 15:2 What is the Gospel? Most of us have a general idea of what the gospel is, but for the most part, the term “gospel” has various meanings. In a general se Continue Reading »

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Books of the Bible: Leviticus

November 2nd, 2014

  The third book of the Bible, Leviticus, picks up where Exodus left off. Exodus ends with instructions on how to set up the tabernacle, and Leviticus lays out the laws and regulations for worship within it. Some of these regulations include ceremon Continue Reading »

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Books of Islam: The Qur'an

October 27th, 2014

Of all the religions of the world, Islam is perhaps the most often misunderstood, especially by Western audiences. Yet Islam is the closest, both ideologically and geographically, to the major Western religions. Islam falls in the Abrahamic family of reli Continue Reading »

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Books of the Bible: Exodus

September 30th, 2014

Exodus is the second book of the bible and is well known known for the story of the ten plagues and the crossing of the Red Sea. Those who went to church growing up probably remember Sunday School lessons on these stories. The word “Exodus” is Greek in o Continue Reading »

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I offer you my solemn vow

September 9th, 2014

"I offer you my solemn vow to be your faithful partner in sickness and in health, in good times and in bad, and in joy as well as in sorrow. I promise to love you and to cherish you for as long as we both shall live." These words are spoken in some shape Continue Reading »

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Lust and Evil Desires

August 8th, 2014

As with all things, lust and evil desires are defined differently depending on the worldview they're seen from. A worldview is the overall perspective from which one sees and interprets the world. A secular worldview defines lust and evil desires differe Continue Reading »

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Setting A Good Example

July 30th, 2014

  Setting a good example is vital to helping others understand our faith. If we want others to respect our beliefs and see the world through the same lens, we need to be setting good examples. This goes for any religion, but for the purposes of th Continue Reading »

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Affliction, Trials, and Discipline

July 16th, 2014

  Enduring Affliction, Trials, and Discipline   Life is difficult. Every day each of us must rise and work to carve out a life for ourselves. Though difficult, life is often good. This is especially true when we are surrounded by friends and fa Continue Reading »

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Exchanging the Truth for a Lie

June 25th, 2014

This is written from a conservative Christian perspective. Obedience and Keeping the Commandments   Central to Christianity is the belief that salvation is given freely to those who repent and believe in Christ. This does not mean that we can repen Continue Reading »

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Sloth

May 1st, 2014

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you read the word? You probably thought of a lazy person, or the animal that shares the name. It's true that lazy people are slothful, but the true definition of the word is a bit more complicated. Back duri Continue Reading »

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Lust

March 6th, 2014

Lust is a feeling or emotion of intense desire. Usually associated with sexual desire, lust can take many forms including lust for knowledge, money, or power. It's corresponding virtue is Chastity. Lust is a powerful psychological force that creates an ab Continue Reading »

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