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Can We Trust the NT Writings? (Part 1)

Anti-Christian Rabbi Tovia Singer has a great line he likes to use regarding New Testament authorship. Luke does not end “Yours truly, Luke.” Matthew doesn’t say, “And best wishes for the happy new year, Matthew.” Rabbi Tovia Singer1 This is a brilliant way to make his point. Honestly, I find Rabbi Singer a masterful communicator. […]

R. L. Solberg 3 years agoSeptember 22, 2022

Apologetics Book Reviews Faith Theology

Rabbi Singer on the Resurrection

In preparation for my debate with Rabbi Tovia Singer, I studied his books Let’s Get Biblical, volumes 1 and 2. In particular I was interested in his take on the Resurrection of Jesus. Singer and I both agree with the apostle Paul that “if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is futile and […]

R. L. Solberg 3 years agoSeptember 4, 2022

Culture Faith Personal

The Musings of a Dad

Yesterday, May 7, at 2:22 AM, marked the 23rd birthday of my youngest daughter. That got me reminiscing about the day she was born. And it occurred to me how crazy it is that none of us chose to be here. We’ve all been sort of thrust into life without being asked or consulted about […]

R. L. Solberg 3 years agoMay 8, 2022

Apologetics Faith Hebrew Roots Theology

Walking as Jesus Walked

Speaking of Jesus, 1 John 2:6 says, “Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.” What exactly does that mean? How did Jesus walk? Some believe this verse means that Christians are to keep the Law of Moses because that’s what Jesus did. But is that […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoOctober 21, 2021

Faith Theology

Taking God’s Name in Vain

The commandment “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain” is often misinterpreted as a law targeting our speech. I’ve made the same error myself for years. But as I’ve been studying this commandment in more detail (and in its original language), my mind has been changed as to what […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoOctober 5, 2021

Culture Faith Personal

Faith, Racism, and the Future

A black pastor I deeply respect shared the post above on Facebook. His meme equates historical American slavery with the recent actions of a US Border Patrol agent on horseback who chased down an illegal immigrant on foot. Understandably, the Facebook post was generating quite a few comments. I typically pass by these types of […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoSeptember 30, 2021

Apologetics Culture Faith Theology

Can the Bible Be Our Authority and Not Be Inerrant?

Look, I get it. There are a growing number of Christians who love Jesus and do not want to give Him up, but they are also uncomfortable with some of the teachings of what we might call “mainstream Christianity.” Especially those teachings that challenge the big issues we have to wrestle with today. Things like […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoSeptember 25, 2021

Apologetics Faith Personal Theology

A non-Jew experiences anti-Semitism

Ever since the video about my book Divergence came out, I have been on the receiving end of straight-up anti-Jewish racism. And here’s the kicker: I’m not even Jewish. So I put out a video in response in which I talk about what anti-Semitism really is, and why racism is un-Christlike. This is an important […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoJuly 29, 2021

Apologetics Faith Theology

The Easter Date Controversy

There is a fascinating history behind the modern controversy regarding the date on which Christians ought to celebrate Easter. And it’s not as black-and-white as you might think. Our examination begins in an upper room in Jerusalem near the end of Jesus’ ministry. (FYI: You can watch a video summary of this article here.) The […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoApril 16, 2021

Academic Faith Personal Philosophy Theology

Augustine: A Personal & Theological Reflection

I have now had a few weeks to let my recent weekend intensive class (emphasis on intense) and its related reading and writing assignments simmer in my brain. It turned out to be a providentially-timed class for me, one that spoke to both my mind and heart. Augustine’s impact on me was equal parts intellectual […]

R. L. Solberg 4 years agoDecember 16, 2021