Thoughtful Reflections on Faith and Life
The Second World War is often remembered as a conflict between great powers and enormous alliances. The United States became the world’s industrial giant and eventually fielded the largest military force in the Western Allies. Canada, with a much smaller population, nevertheless made an extraordinary contribution on land, at sea, and in the air. What … Read More “Brothers in Arms: American and Canadian Cooperation During the Second World War” »
You will likely have seen some pretty inflammatory headlines about Canada’s healthcare system and the policy of euthanizing people against their will. Is this true? Or more accurately, how much of this is true? What seems to be true is that a woman named Brigette Stegemann received Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), despite making statements … Read More “Is Canada Euthanizing People Against Their Will?” »
One of the biggest concerns among (mostly conservative) Christians in Canada is Bill C-9. This is an act to amend current Canadian hate speech laws. Much of it has to do with the use of symbols that are associated with hate speech, something timely with the rise of antisemitism and white supremist groups. But what … Read More “Is Canada Passing Legislation That Would Ban the Bible?” »
It is not often that people make a big deal about a politician’s speech. Normally, it is when it is really bad or the politician has said something very foolish. And yet the world is making a big deal of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent speech at the World Economic Forum. What is the … Read More “Why Has Mark Carney’s Speech Had Such an Impact?” »
The Battle of Kapyong, fought from April 22 to 25, 1951, stands as one of the most significant engagements for United Nations (UN) forces during the Korean War. It was a fierce and desperate fight in which a small multinational contingent — including Canadians, Australians, New Zealanders, and Americans — held back a massive Chinese … Read More “The Battle of Kapyong: Canada’s Stand in the Korean War” »
I have been following the adventures of Sean Feucht with his attempt at a Canadian tour and the opposition that he has faced. Feucht has been clear on his interpretation of the events. Canadian authorities are persecuting him and this is part of a wider persecution against the church in Canada. I find this of … Read More “Sean Feucht, Freedom of Speech, and Persecution” »
Christian singer and speaker Sean Feucht has been attempting to have a Canadian tour. It is not going well for him as venue after venue is cancelling. Read: Permit revoked for MAGA musician’s concert at Parks Canada site, but show will go on Here is his official statement on X: Not surprisingly, Feucht is trying … Read More “Why is Sean Feucht Being Cancelled in Canada?” »
A quiet but deeply concerning recommendation has emerged from a recent report by the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance (FINA) — the suggestion that the federal government review the charitable status of organizations whose purposes are primarily the advancement of religion. While this is not legislation, it raises important questions about the role of religion in … Read More “Should Religious Charities Lose Their Status?” »
The Battle of Vimy Ridge, fought from April 9 to April 12, 1917, was one of the most significant military engagements of World War One—particularly for Canada. Though just one part of the larger Battle of Arras, Vimy Ridge has come to symbolize national unity and sacrifice for Canadians. But its importance goes beyond symbolism—it was … Read More “The Battle of Vimy Ridge: Canada’s Defining Moment in World War One” »
When people reflect on the Allied victory in the Second World War, they often think of Britain, the United States, and the Soviet Union. However, Canada’s contribution was equally vital, despite being a smaller nation at the time. From the stormy waters of the Battle of the Atlantic to the heroic assault on Juno Beach and the liberation of the Netherlands, Canadian forces played … Read More “Canada’s Crucial Contribution to Victory in the Second World War” »
I cannot say that I ever expected to see a time when the President of the United States would openly state that he wants to economically destroy Canada so that we would be forced to agree to an annexation. At first people laughed it off. Donald Trump, long before being president, knew how to work … Read More “Reflections of a Frustrated But Hopeful Canadian” »
I recently recorded a new video that I called “The So-Called Canadian Persecution of the Church.” You can watch it at the bottom of this post. At the time I am writing this, I have had a number of comments, all of them completely disagreeing with my dismissal of a persecution in Canada. Why can … Read More “Why There is No Persecution of Christians in Canada” »
Many people tend to assume that the Second World War, at least in the west, was pretty much over after D-Day. Germany was on the run and it was just a matter of the Allies mopping up a defeated enemy. The truth is that there was a lot that happened between D-Day and VE Day. … Read More “Forgotten Victory – Review” »
I continue to get a steady stream of claims that Christians in Canada are being persecuted. This is based on a handful of cases of churches getting trouble with the law for going against the health guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic. The claim is that the Canadian government is targeting churches and Christians for persecution, … Read More “5 Reasons I Don’t Believe That Canadian Christians Are Being Persecuted” »
There has been a lot of talk about the freedom churches have had in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some churches have been fined or closed for non-compliance. Is this a sign of persecution of Christian in Canada? Is the government targeting churches for closure? In this video and podcast, I look at those questions.
One of the most important battles in Canadian history is that of Vimy Ridge. In many ways, this First World War battle was the birth of Canada as a nation independent of Britain. The French and British both tried to take Vimy. Then it was Canada’s turn. Beyond all expectations, Canada was able to do … Read More “The Battle of Vimy Ridge” »
I love old war movies, especially those made during the Second World War. Sure, they include propaganda, but that’s part of the charm. I recently discovered that that as they were preparing to go to Europe, some soldiers from my unit, the Lincoln and Welland Regiment, were extras in a movie called the 49th Parallel … Read More “49th Parallel – Review” »
As a Canadian and someone interested in the Second World War, I was naturally drawn to U-Boats Against Canada by Michael L. Hadley. I am somewhat familiar with the Battle of the Atlantic and the U-Boat war against Allied shipping. But what does this have to do with Canada? When we think of the areas … Read More “U-Boats Against Canada – Review” »
This is an exciting time for Canadians as we celebrate our 150th anniversary. Different organizations are celebrating in different ways. Bible League Canada is celebrating by publishing a book called One Dominion: Celebrating Canada – Prepared for a Purpose. I really enjoyed this book. Although I consider myself to be an amateur historian, there is … Read More “One Dominion – Review” »
I have known Tim Barnett for a couple of years, first online and then through an apologetics conference that we were both at. I have watched as God has opened doors for him to expand his apologetics ministry. I see Tim as an important part of what God is doing in Canada is presenting Christianity … Read More “An Interview With Tim Barnett” »
My favourite military historian is Mark Zuelke. It helps that he writes on Canadian military history and I am in the Canadian army. I recently had the chance to read his book, Tragedy at Dieppe: Operation Jubilee. The title gives away the direction that this important military operation went. The raid on Dieppe took … Read More “Tragedy at Dieppe” »
I have known Brett Ullman for a number of years, ever since we went through the Arrow Leadership Program together. Brett has an incredible speaking and writing ministry. I have long respect the work he has done to help others, but I have come to respect him more with his willingness to share about his … Read More “Getting Through Church With Anxiety” »
I was born in the late 60s and remember what going to church was like in the 1970s. Our church was fairly full and so were the other churches near us. Most of our neighbours attended church of some flavour or another, at least occasionally. I remember the shock of meeting someone who didn’t believe … Read More “Shifting Stats Shaking the Church” »
Today is Canada Day and so I thought I would highlight some resources with a Canadian connection. Canada has made some significant contributions to apologetics ministry. Some of the books I will share are either written by Canadians or by people who now live in Canada (which is almost as good). Make sure to check … Read More “10 Canadian Apologetic Resources You Need” »
D-Day was the invasion of Normandy by the American and British, right? Actually the Canadians were there as well, not just to reinforce the British but to land on their own beach. The landing at Juno Beach was one of the great battles of World War Two. It has always been one of my pet … Read More “Juno Beach – Review” »
In 2004, Canadian religion writer Tom Harpur wrote a bestselling book claiming that Jesus never existed. In 2010, Tony Blair and Christopher Hitchens debated on the moral merits of religion at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. Hitchens was seen by many as the winner of debate, perhaps because 57% of audience already agreed with him … Read More “Apologetics in Canada” »
I remember as a child that people would say the difference between Canadians and Americans was that Americans were patriotic and Canadians were not. Ironically, Canadians seemed somewhat proud of not being patriotic. As I have grown into middle age, I have noticed a dramatic increase in the pride Canadians have for this country. We … Read More “Proud to Be Canadian” »
I truly believe that the future of the church is not mega-churches getting bigger but smaller churches getting planting. Having said that, it is a lot harder to plant a church. There are some great success stories and many more tales of struggle. Faith Today recently had an article on church planting in Canada. You … Read More “Church Planting in Canada” »
Exposition Richard Dawkins is one of the most outspoken of what is commonly called the new atheists. As one of the “Four Horsemen of the New Atheism” (along with Christopher Hitchens, Sam Harris and Daniel Dennett), Dawkins has been very influential as a critic of religion. The web-site for the Richard Dawkins Foundation (www.richarddawkins.net) gives … Read More “Richard Dawkins’ God Delusion” »
