Biblical social scientists have an advantage because they know truths about human nature. Those who dismiss the Bible and create surveys that don't measure crucial factors are the ones who have closed minds. Sometimes the Bible gives us clear answers and sometimes it doesn't, but it always helps us to ask the right questions.
Marvin OlaskyEpidemics historically have tended to kill the very young and the very old, but AIDS is different: Those ages 20 to 40 are most affected, which means that so far over 12 million African children have been orphaned because of AIDS.
Marvin OlaskyI grew up Jewish, became an atheist and a Marxist, and 28 years ago, at age 26, became a Christian.
Marvin OlaskyPowerful groups with anti-Christian worldviews dominate major media and major educational institutions.
Marvin OlaskyPhilanthropic humility is necessary if a giver is to do more good than harm, but it is not sufficient - philanthropic prudence is also needed.
Marvin Olasky