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2022-03-21T14:57:15-06:00

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Everyone Is Saved And Everyone Goes To Hell

Last updated on: March 21, 2022 at 2:57 pm By Matthew Distefano

A charge often leveled against universalists is that there is no room for justice. The so-called bad guys die and then waltz right into heaven. No need for repentance. No need to reconcile with those they’ve harmed. Nothing. Even Hitler, humanity’s persona non grata, gets a pass. Well, not so fast. This is the perpetual strawman infernalists and annihilationists both use to dismiss the universalist position. Now, it may be true that in some corner of the globe there exists... Read more

2022-03-18T11:37:47-06:00

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Questions Christians Need To Ask Themselves

Last updated on: March 18, 2022 at 11:37 am By Matthew Distefano

As a prolific author and podcaster, I am asked a lot of questions. Some are well thought out, others not so much. The ones that pique my curiosity generally receive some sort of answer from me. The ones that are boring and ridiculous are generally ignored (and sometimes met with mockery; forgive me). Today, I am going to reverse roles a little bit. I will be the one asking the questions, and I want you, the Christian, to think about... Read more

2022-03-16T10:57:58-06:00

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Don’t Be A D***, Out Now

Last updated on: March 16, 2022 at 10:57 am By Matthew Distefano

I’ve got a new book out now. It’s called Don’t Be A D*ck…And Other Sound Advice: 69 Practical Ways of Making the World a Kinder, More Loving Place. This is not like the other books I’ve written, which are more theological. This one is more practical. It’s self-help, but done in the only way I know how: sarcastic, cheeky, and a bit self-deprecating. Here’s what some colleagues and friends have said about it: “Besides being a delightful and funny read,... Read more

2022-03-09T12:21:12-06:00

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Biblical Authority And Question Begging

Last updated on: March 9, 2022 at 12:21 pm By Matthew Distefano

I’ve long since cared what the Bible says. I mean, I enjoy it as much as I enjoy any ancient text; it just doesn’t have any authority over my life. For those who do view it as authoritative, let me just say this: that premise is a logical fallacy. Now, before you get your modest-is-hottest underwear in a bunch, allow me to explain. According to Texas State’s Philosophy Department, begging the question is defined as follows: The fallacy of begging... Read more

2022-03-05T07:51:17-06:00

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10 Reforms Christianity Needs To Make Right Now

Last updated on: March 5, 2022 at 7:51 am By Matthew Distefano

The Reformed/Protestant tradition tends to be a dumpster fire, mired down by its own insistence on always having the “correct doctrines.” But it need not be that way. In fact, as I understand things, the reformers believed the church should always be reforming. Oh, how far we’ve come… Not! Now, if they were listening, here’s 10 things I’d tell them to reform right way (as if they care what I think). (Note: This isn’t just a list of reforms for... Read more

2022-02-28T12:19:37-06:00

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Mordor Invades Rohan, Conservative Gondorians Praise Sauron

Last updated on: February 28, 2022 at 12:19 pm By Matthew Distefano

Edoras, Rohan – Last week, the forces of Mordor invaded the borders of Rohan, and while they haven’t yet reached the capital of Edoras, Rohirric casualties have been reported throughout the land. Sources from The Riddermark Gazette also report over 500 Orcs from Sauron’s army have been slain. In Gondor, while many are opposed to the invasion, some Conservative Gondorians have been praising Sauron for his “smarts.” In a recent speech, former Steward of Gondar, Denethor II, had this to... Read more

2022-02-25T14:26:04-06:00

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Addressing A Favorite Troll Of Mine

Last updated on: February 25, 2022 at 2:26 pm By Matthew Distefano

There’s a troll who always tries to comment on my articles. I’ve tried to permanently ban him, but because Disqus can be a bit buggy, he’s only got a shadow ban (meaning: to him, it looks like he can post, but others can’t see his comments). Good enough, I guess. Anyway, the other day, he tried to post the following, and instead of simply deleting it, I decided to write a response. Here’s his comment: All lgbtq sexual relationships will... Read more

2022-02-24T13:42:20-06:00

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Don’t Let Bad Christian Theology Off The Hook

Last updated on: February 24, 2022 at 1:42 pm By Matthew Distefano

When Christians do horrible things, it’s easy to let their faith off the hook. We say things like, “They aren’t really Christians,” or “They are only Christians on paper.” Although I understand why people resort to this, I don’t agree with it. Right now, Vladimir Putin is invading Ukraine. As of yesterday, he’s authorized the bombing of various cities across the nation. And people have already started dying. Putin is also a Russian Orthodox Christian, and while his sincerity has... Read more

2022-02-21T10:22:39-06:00

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“Government Overreach At All-Time High,” Says Some California Residents

Last updated on: February 21, 2022 at 10:22 am By Matthew Distefano

Sacramento, CA – California will soon be voting on new legislation, banning the sale and distribution of mass-casualty weapons like mortars, grenade launchers, bazookas, as well as ammunition that contains depleted uranium. And while most residents support these measures, some Californians aren’t too pleased. “Government overreach is at an all-time high,” says Sacramento resident Brian Butcher. “First they take our grenade launchers, then they’ll come for my .50-caliber machine gun. At that point, we’ve slipped into Marxist communism. How the... Read more

2022-02-21T09:50:27-06:00

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A Response to “Why We Should Not Redeem ‘Deconstruction'” By Alisa Childers

Last updated on: February 21, 2022 at 9:50 am By Matthew Distefano

I don’t like giving more air time to the anti-deconstruction crowd than they already get. With all the clanging noise from John Cooper during the past few weeks, I feel like it’s time to move on from the folks who seem hellbent on demonizing people who are questioning their faith. But alas, who is at it again but none other than Alisa Childers. And wouldn’t you know it, this time she’s teamed up with the increasingly irrelevant The Gospel Coalition.... Read more

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