The data, however, do indicate that Christians who see Jews through a 17th-century lens, believing that most are thoroughly religious, are thoroughly wrong.

And yet, those who speak loudly and call anyone who disagrees with them a wimp often do a disservice to the cause they are promoting.

I grew up Jewish, became an atheist and a Marxist, and 28 years ago, at age 26, became a Christian.

On sensitive issues, talk isn't cheap - it takes real courage to pry open topics nailed shut.

The holy land was supposed to be spotless, a serious equivalent of Disneyland in which not a single candy wrapper is to stay on the ground for more than a few minutes.

More people need to understand the games secular liberals play. Here's one rule-of-thumb: No matter how bad a story sounds - particularly if it sounds bad - recognize the pattern of defamation.

But to understand what it means to be strong and courageous, Christians should look to the person of Christ.