One of the challenges that faces the preacher is the extent to which he concedes his ignorance or agnosticism over the meaning of a particular verse while in the pulpit. No preacher wants to lose the authoritative `Thus saith the…
Because if you are, Westminster Theological Seminary is offering scholarships. A number of us here at ref21 are either current or former PhD students at WTS and I think we can all attest to what a blessing it has been…
The True Believer, Jonathan Edwards, Edited by Dr. Don Kistler (Soli Deo Gloria, 2001) This book is a collection of sermons by Jonathan Edwards. The sermon I am quoting from is titled, Christians a Chosen Generation, preached on verse 1 Peter 2:9, “But…
Pastoring and pain go together. If you are involved in pastoral leadership then you will experience the barbs of criticism, the grief of your own sin, and the loneliness of leadership. Biblical counsel from wise brothers, therefore, is essential.If you…
Typically good stuff from Carl Trueman on the vital role of elders: Greg Beale has a fascinating section on elders in his new A New Testament Biblical Theology, pp. 819-23. Here he underscores the importance of the office for protecting…
Beginning in January (Lord willing) will I will launch a series of sermons through the book of Philippians. I have been spending some time outlining the epistle and the following is what I have come up with: Partners in the…
The debate over the book on the mission of the church by Kevin DeYoung and Greg Gilbert over at the Gospel Coalition and beyond is fascinating, both for its content and because it is likely a premonition of battles to…
The debate over the book on the mission of the church by Kevin DeYoung and Greg Gilbert over at the Gospel Coalition and beyond is fascinating, both for its content and because it is likely a premonition of battles to…
I learned many things while at the Proclamation Trust last week but two stand out as particularly important. First, there is nothing like talking to Paul Levy about Welsh mysticism, putting it to the sword and seeing his agony of…
I learned many things while at the Proclamation Trust last week but two stand out as particularly important. First, there is nothing like talking to Paul Levy about Welsh mysticism, putting it to the sword and seeing his agony of…
