The latest episode of Mortification of Spin is up and running. What is the purpose of a robust theology if it cannot serve to practically help the believer? How does that theology play into God’s sovereignty through our suffering? Aimee,…
I have shared my concerns about the practices of Pastor Steven Furtick and Elevation Church previously on this blog. I have done this out of a deep concern for the peace and purity of the church and the integrity of…
Over at Ref21 I have begun a series of posts on the topic of battered pastors. One of the scandals in the contemporary church is the number of men who are driven out of the ministry every year. My goal in…
A little more than a year ago I read Handbook for Battered Leaders. It was written by husband and wife Wesley Balda and Janis Bragan Balda. Wesley is president of the Simeon Institute. In the past he has led the…
I posted some thoughts over at Ref21 on whether or not we should respond to slander. I examine Paul’s response to those who slandered him. At times he presented a clear and passionate defense. Other times he did not refute…
I have often admired Martin Luther, and wondered at his composure. When all men spoke so ill of him, what did he say? Turn to that Psalm–“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in time of trouble;…
I have an impulse I’d like to tell you about. It is an impulse to defend myself when I am slandered. Sometimes that impulse is appropriate as evidenced in the Apostle Paul. Other times that impulse is laden with sin.…
The latest edition of Mortification of Spin: Bully Pulpit is up and running. This edition of the Mortification of Spin marks the inauguration of a new game: Bully Pulpit Challenge! Carl, Aimee, and Todd respond to a listener’s email asking…
On Sunday I preached part 3 in our series through Acts. It is entitled “And Then There Were Twelve” (Acts 1:12-26) and can be listened to HERE.
“We call those things mercies which please us, ease us, suit our wants, and fall in with our cravings. Truly they are so, but not less gracious are those benefits which cross us, pain us, and lay us low. The…
