Joseph Mattera

Op-ed Contributor

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Nov 21, 2024
Should you follow your bliss or take up your cross?
The Christian life is not about finding ourselves; it’s about losing ourselves in Christ.
Nov 15, 2024
Why only a holy remnant preserves society
The concept of a holy remnant, preserving society, is woven throughout the Old and New Testaments and supported by centuries of Christian teaching.
Nov 12, 2024
10 reasons why idolatry is the worst sin
Idolatry is not merely a relic of ancient history; it is a present-day issue that continues to lead believers astray.
Nov 10, 2024
Why many Christians are one-issue voters
Christian ignorance regarding this subject is quite disturbing to me.
Nov 1, 2024
The problem in Pentecostal circles with spiritual declarations
The contrast between decrees and intercession is critical for the church today.
Oct 22, 2024
No 'neutral' assumptions? Either for or against Christian faith
There are no “neutral” assumptions; one’s presuppositions are either for or against the Christian faith.
Sep 29, 2024
9 contrasts between His Kingdom and Christian nationalism
There has been much talk and concern regarding so-called Christian Nationalism in the past several years.
Sep 22, 2024
8 humanistic errors that crept into the modern church
Humanism promotes self-created identities, but in Christianity, we are called to find our identity in Christ.
Sep 14, 2024
8 common ways people interpret the Word of God
In this article, we’ll explore eight common approaches to interpreting Scripture.
Sep 8, 2024
5 American myths of successful churches and ministries
I have noticed a keen difference between the biblical measure of success and the way many American churches seem to measure success.