I have started re-reading Douglas Kelley’s wonderful exposition of 2 Corinthians, New Life in the Wasteland. Dr. Kelley pays special attention to Paul’s insights on the pains and joys of Christian ministry. Blessed be the God and Father of our…
I am looking forward to reading Tullian’s new book Jesus + Nothing = Everything. In it he tells of the tumultuous first years of his ministry [beginning in 2009] as the new pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. Following D.…
From an article entitled “Abandon the Reformation, Abandon the Gospel” Matthew Barrett: Does Reformation theology matter today? Absolutely. It is tempting to think of the Reformation as a mere political or social movement. In reality, however, the Reformation was a…
The Weight of Glory, C.S. Lewis (Harper One, reprint 1980) There is an interesting essay in this collection called The Inner Ring. It seems Lewis is addressing some college graduates about the world they are about to enter. He describes…
Kevin DeYoung was the keynote speaker this year at Westminster’s annual preaching conference. The addresses were excellent. Tuesday, October 25:Burnt to a Crisp – Rev. Kevin DeYoung Wednesday, October 26:How Can a Biblical Sermon Be So Boring? The Case for…
I mentioned in my article, The Empty House, that my mom lives very close to Burkittsvile, MD. Even though you can pass through that tiny town in the time it takes to blink an eye, Burkittsville is full of fun stuff—especially…
From an article by Bobby Jamieson: Church discipline is not a dirty chore—it’s an imitation of the Father’s own relentless pursuit of us. It’s the gospel in action. The Father did not leave us in our sin, but came to…
Tullian Tchividjian’s new book, “Jesus + Nothing = Everything” is now available. He was recently interviewed about the stormy first few years of his ministry at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church. I identified with much of what he said although I…
Carl’s right we need more videos dealing with everyday pastoral issues for reformed ministers. Let me give you some of the hot potatoes we’re all struggling with. Collection – bags or box at the back? Communion – Big cups or…
Yesterday I decided to do my praying on my front porch in the sun. I had just returned home from the Tuesday morning ladies Bible study. Currently, we are going through 1st Kings. As I was praying, I was sort of…
