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Whatsoever Things are TRUE

Whatsoever Things Are True was written as a Christmas gift for my friends and family members in the fall of 2004. I have often shied away from the subject of God and the Bible because I don't want to offend, but if the Bible is true, as I have come to believe it is, I have an obligation to talk to those I love and encourage them to consider its claims, at the very least.

I well remember my former negativity and hostility toward Christians I perceived as trying to "force their beliefs down my throat". This book is my best effort to approach the subject of God honestly in a way that might have worked with me years ago.

The entire text is downloadable in PDF format by clicking on the cover above. If you would like a paper copy, please e-mail me for more information. As of this writing, I have had responses from some friends, and have carried on lively e-mail discussions with a few. I told people they were not obligated to reply or even thank me, and that I trusted our regard for each other did not depend on us agreeing about everything. A lot of people might not respond, even if they read it, and I won't force the subject.

Here are a few comments so far from non-Christian friends:

Thank you for worrying about where I will end up and I wish I could believe for I am very very terrified about dying. Thanks for caring.

Even if God Himself stood before me in modern clothes and told me the truth with absolute proof, I doubt that it would affect how I live my life.

I've been reading your book - perhaps it will push me away from the doubts and skepticism that have ruled my mind for quite a few years now.

The two fundamental questions addressed are: Does God exist? If so, is the Bible God's authorized message to us?

The following three conclusions can be reached without reference to a Bible or holy book of any kind (although not everyone reaches these conclusions):

The next three things cannot be ascertained apart from special revelation (the Bible or other communication from God):

The Bible encourages us to store up treasures in heaven. People are those treasures. But God honors people's freedom and choices, and I strongly believe we should do likewise. No one can be forced to love or to care. Jesus did not chase people who rejected Him. All I can do is invite, encourage and always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks the reason for the hope that I have. But do that only with gentleness and respect. (1 Peter 3:15)

May he give you the desire of your heart, and make all your plans succeed. Psalm 20:4