Virtual Clarity Magazine

Never Forget We Live in a Fallen World

May 11, 2013 1 Comment

We look to "things" for happiness. The problem is we live in a fallen world and the things we're setting our hope on are broken; they can't bear the weight.

How to Stop Getting So Worked Up Over So Many Things

April 20, 2013 No Comments

The key to experiencing greater peace in life is focusing less on our problems and more on person who can take care of them.

Original Sin

April 13, 2013 4 Comments

Phil Allen, pastor of Daystar Christian Fellowship, discusses the subject of original sin.

How Did We Get So Messed Up?

April 6, 2013 2 Comments

Deep down, are all people basically good?

Interview with Phil Allen

March 23, 2013 2 Comments

This is our inaugural podcast. Pastor Phil Allen discusses the tension between modern science and the book of Genesis.

When Everything’s on the Line

March 16, 2013 No Comments

Our understanding of what Jesus did for us, is foundational to our faith. Unless we understand what he did for us, we don't really understand what we're trusting him for.

In Case You Missed It

3 Reasons to Take a Historical Adam & Eve Seriously
From a biblical perspective, there are at least three reasons why we ought to take a historical Adam and Eve seriously.
Using Myth to Set the Record Straight
What are we to make of the similarities between Gen. 1-11 and ancient Near Eastern myths? Do they drain Gen. 1-11 of any historical value?
How Closely Does Genesis Resemble Ancient Near Eastern Myths?
Many scholars draw connections between Gen. 1-11 and Near Eastern myths. To help assess the connection, we look at some of the similarities .
The Intellectual Bind Evangelicals Are In
Evangelicals tend to believe the Bible is the final authority. That can bring them into conflict with Science, especially when it comes to the book of Genesis
New Series: Got Problems? Blame Adam.
The Fall is an important part of the biblical storyline. The precise role it plays, though, is debated. We take a closer look at the issues in this series.
Does Prayer DO Anything?
If God has already determined everything, should we even bother to pray? Isn't it a waste of time since he's already decided what he's going to do?
Should We Be Thankful for Adam & Eve’s Sin?
It sounds strange to say, but we wouldn't be able to see God's goodness as clearly in a world without sin.
Why Finding the Good In the Bad Is Sometimes So Hard
When bad things happen, we naturally ask why. Trying to understand God's plan is more difficult, though, if we focus solely on our immediate circumstances.
Does Free Will Insulate God from the Problem of Evil?
Some believe Arminianism and Open Theism handle the problem of evil better than Calvinism because of their view on free will. Does free will solve the problem?
Why Do We Hold People Accountable for Their Actions?
Many believe Calvinism undermines human responsibility because it implies our choices are inevitable. Is that a fair assessment?