Building Bridges 1
I am safely in Asheville. Man! That’s a long drive. But it was beautiful trip. The Smokey Mountains are beautiful. I am thankful to be here. It’s late (11:35 eastern). The opening sessions were outstanding. I will post more about…
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The Foundation of Sanctification
Writing in Five Views of Sanctification, Sinclair Ferguson explains that in Reformed theology, sanctification is “rooted not in humanity and in their achievement of holiness or sanctification, but in what God has done in Christ, and for us in union…
On the Road
I am so thankful for the people of Metro East. I am grateful that they allow me the opportunity to attend important conferences. I am writing this post from Paducah, Kentucky. I decided to make a road trip out of…
More on God’s commitment to His glory
Recently, New Testament scholar Ben Witherington has criticized John Piper and the forthcoming “New Testament Theology” by Tom Schriener. Justin Taylor provides a link to a brief but helpful response to Witherington by Piper (Piper Responds to Witherington). Inexplicably, Dr.…
Giving Thanks, Even in the Church
In his masterful little book The Elder and His Work, David Dickson writes: “Let people avoid getting into a grudging, grumbling way about church matters, but rather take a hearty, kindly interest in them. Many things in this world, both…
Weather Happens
This is a great satire. I cannot help but think about modern Westerner’s tendency to turn everything that makes them uncomfortable into a crisis.
After so many years, Wales finally gets culture!
This article left me all shook up, especially given the rumours that Rev Steve Caprice is the stage name of none other than Wales’ finest, Derek Thomas. Is this so? Come on Derek, I think we should be told!
Evangelicalism Today
In the November issue of Touchstone Magazine () there is an excellent forum on evangelicalism. I encourage you to read it. Russel Moore of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and regular contributor to Touchstone is featured.
How concerned is God with His glory?
Denny Burk has an interesting post on Ben Witherington’s recent comments about a forthcoming book on New Testament theology (dennyburk.com/?p=958). What is of interest about this discussion is the matter of God and His concern for His glory. Check out…