People argue that there is no reason for faith, and thus it is unreasonable. And yet, there are all sorts of things for which we can find no reason, especially not with the scientific method. They’re all around us. Here are a few:

1. 1. Love… At least not real love or the logic of love: self-sacrifice.
2. 2. Beauty, what the Bible calls “the Good” or the “Glorious.” You can’t reason your way to Beauty.
3. 3. Light. For light, there can be no temporal reason, but perhaps it is the reason for temporality.
4. 4. Life. Darwin did not explain life, but death. Life is a communion of self-sacrifice.
5. 5. Persons, Consciousness, Spirit. Even physicists will tell you that matter doesn’t matter, but you, the observer, do. That’s the “I” that observes “me.”
6. 6. Existence. Not things in existence, but existence. Philosophers refer to God as the Uncaused Cause or Necessary Beingness (“ousias” in Greek). Yahweh’s name is “I Am that I Am.”
7. 7. Reason. There is no reason for Reason. How could there be?

All creation is the manifestation of a Love (God) Song, the Logos (logic) of God. Music is not illogical but more “logic” than we can comprehend. And so, to appreciate Music, the Music, the Logos, must comprehend us. Physicists argue that all elementary particles are different ‘notes’ on a fundamental string, such that “The universe… is akin to a cosmic symphony,” (Brian Green). Aslan sings Narnia into existence. In Tolkien’s The Silmarillion, God through angels sings creation into existence, and when a fallen angel sings discordant notes, God Himself sings those discordant notes into a deeper harmony. The dissonance creates a longing for consonance and ecstatic delight in a deeper resonance. In the Revelation, a slaughtered lamb stands on the throne (the top of the ark) and sings meaning into the Seven Sealed Scroll as all creation worships. Reality is a dance, and if you’re not dancing to the Logos of Love, perhaps you don’t actually exist. When you nail the Logos to a tree, what do you get? Sheet music, dance steps, science, and technology — it has its place, but it’s not the same as feeling happy or dancing in the moonlight.

“The Logos became flesh and we have seen his glory—grace.” Jesus lived gracefully; He lived His life like a dance. The dance fulfilled the law, although it was not at all what we expected. We had the sheet music; we had the knowledge of good and evil; we had the law in a coffin in a stone temple. We had the dance steps, but we were all surprised by the Dancer and His Dance.

In today’s episode of my 4-part series, “Letters from Prison” we delve into the book of Philippians. This letter provides a unique glimpse into the heart and mind of the Apostle Paul, who viewed his life as a reflection of Jesus’ journey. His profound connection to Christ filled him with a sense of hope and humility, even in his darkest hours, enabling him to find joy and contentment despite external challenges. The core message of this letter emphasizes the importance of finding joy in the Lord and maintaining a positive attitude regardless of circumstances. Paul encourages believers to cultivate joy and peace through their trust in God, urging them not to succumb to fear during times of persecution but to continue living out the teachings of Jesus amid adversity. As we reflect on Paul’s letter to the Philippian community of believers, we are encouraged not just to endure adversity but to find joy and peace through relationship with God through Christ, embodying the teachings of Jesus in our daily lives. Let this message inspire you to remain steadfast, joyful and grounded in the truth of the gospel.

Join Baxter Kruger and Jason Clark in Part 2 of their conversation with Michael Jarrell, Russ Johnson and the Creo Collective. This discussion challenges common assumptions about faith, and explores the themes of holiness, divine justice, the incarnation, and how the Father, Son and Spirit meet us in our brokenness to bring restoration, freedom, and hope.

If we always belonged in Christ, why does the Bible talk about adoption?

In this weeks episode, Baxter and Jason respond to one of the most common questions asked on belonging and adoption. Join them as they unpack  adoption, sonship, and what it means to live fully as true sons and daughters of the Father, in Jesus. 

Dr. Jerome D. Lubbe, a neuroplasticity expert, discusses his journey and the intersection of faith and science. He shares his experience growing up in South Africa and immigrating to the United States, as well as his personal health struggles.

Dr. Lubbe explains the Enneagram as a tool for understanding motivations and behaviors, emphasizing the importance of exploring all aspects of our personality. He also introduces the concept of neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to change and adapt. Brooke Waters co-hosts along with Jason as they challenge the idea that we cannot change and highlight the potential for growth and transformation. Dr. Lubbe emphasizes the importance of framing conversations through the lens of a safe and healthy parent or adult. He also explores the idea that change is not about being less broken, but about becoming more whole.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. C. Baxter Kruger and Jason Clark delve into a challenging discussion about the true meaning of the cross and the shortcomings of penal substitutionary atonement. They question traditional views by exploring the relational dynamics within the Trinity, the concept of divine submission, and the profound implications of Jesus’ death. Together, they examine who truly "killed" Jesus, suggesting that the violence of the cross reflects humanity's delusion and fractured understanding of God, rather than divine wrath. This eye-opening conversation invites listeners to reconsider the gospel as a message of divine love, union, and reconciliation.

In this powerful episode, Dr. C. Baxter Kruger and Jason Clark explore the Gospel of John, focusing on themes of divine light, humanity’s catastrophic delusion, and the profound nature of Union. They tackle questions about identity, separation, and the deep-seated human tendency to turn away from the light. Drawing on John’s words, they reveal how Jesus steps into our darkness, not as an external savior but as the light within, piercing through our blindness and resistance to illuminate the truth of divine love. This eye-opening discussion challenges viewers to confront misconceptions and discover the radical, inclusive love of God.

The Gospel is not the message that we win because others lose. The Gospel is that all win because one lost that all might live — and it’s the greatest honor to live now as the very body of that One —the Body of Christ. How do two become one body, Bride of Christ? We call this incident in John Chapter 2, “the cleansing of the temple.” John doesn’t call it that. He knows that Jesus doesn’t cleanse His temple with a whip; He cleanses it with wine, blood that’s wine. Everything exists and is maintained so that you and I would witness the sacrifice of the Lamb and freely choose to sacrifice like the Lamb, that we would become who we truly are: The Body and Bride of Christ, that we would learn to love LOVE, who is our bridegroom.

Another great conversation with Jason and Baxter as they dive deep into the Manifest presence, the carving of fishing lures, the life of Jesus, breathing Christological air, what constitutes a miracle, Skubula, how everything is sacred, and the difference between servants and friends.