“Do I have to include diverse voices in my theology courses? Is someone going to monitor that I have diversity in my syllabus? I only want to teach about Christ and the Bible.” These were the words of a theology professor responding to his Christian university’s invitation to include more diversity in the curricula. The…

Faith and Works Always Go Together
I have frequently heard from many Christian leaders the claim that faith in Christ is the most important thing of all and that everything else is secondary. In various ways, they argue that salvation or the spiritual is more important than the earthly or social. According to this rationale, the main function of Christians is…

The Sin of Workaholism
I am increasingly convinced that being an “obsessive worker” is the most common addiction among people in Christian ministry. Obviously, this condition occurs among all people regardless of their occupation or religiosity. In fact, in English, the term “workaholic” is already part of the common vocabulary since it represents a reality that is increasingly present…

The aroma of Christ
“How time flies!” has become quite a common phrase for me in recent weeks. In a span of a few days, I celebrated several important anniversaries in my life, and remembering them and seeing the images on social media has made me nostalgic. It made me realize how quickly time has passed. It amazes me…

The Fervor of Christians in Cuba
A lot has been said and written about Cuba. Current protests, the death of Fidel Castro in 2016, and the new leadership without his brother Raúl Castro have created endless perspectives about the Cuban Revolution legacy and the sociopolitical situation of this beautiful country. Personally, I have had the privilege of traveling to Cuba on…

Leroy Ford: A Great Professor Who Challenges Us To Be Better Than Him
Dr. Leroy Ford (1922-2012) was one of the most important educators of the last century. He had a very productive ministry in different places as a pastor, writer, and professor. He worked for several years at the Sunday School Board (now LifeWay) where he pioneered the interactive curriculum for adults. In fact, the curriculum was…

Who Can Have Access to God?
Enjoying an intimate relationship with the triune God of the universe is the main goal for all human beings. Only in God, we find meaning and purpose in our lives. Psalm 15 describes the type of person who can personally relate to the Creator. The psalmist wonders who can be a guest in God’s presence….

Patriotism and our Heavenly Citizenship
In the summer 2018 I had the opportunity to be in six different countries. In each one of them I perceived a patriotic pride that united their citizens and defined the identity of that nation. The four European countries I visited still have a monarchy that has lasted for generations, although they are democratic countries…

An invitation to Join the Kingdom: Lost Sheep, Coin, Son. Luke 15
Fathers’ Day Message at the Church at Green Hills on Sunday, June 20th. – We all are unconditionally loved! – We need Christ and not religion! – The Christian life is by grace in the same way that salvation is by grace! – We all are invited to God’s Kingdom. Do you receive God’s invitation…