As the Supreme Court deliberates on the question of homosexual marriage, American Christians are bracing for a level of government persecution yet unknown to us. The fear is that with homosexuality declared a constitutional right, opposition will officially be akin…
There are many acts of extraordinary faith in the Bible. The one that has impressed me the most concerns the dying thief on the cross. We could take the approach that he had nothing to lose, so he decided to…
This is the fourth part of Brad Littlejohn’s series exploring ‘two kingdoms’ theology. The introductory post can be found here, the second dealing with ecumenism here, and the third treating pastoring is found here. – Editor When the subject of…
Stephen M. Hildebrand, Basil of Caesarea. Foundations of Theological Exegesis and Christian Spirituality. Grand Rapids: Baker Academic, 2014. 224 pp. $24.99 J.I. Packer once likened the English Puritans to the giant redwood trees of California, that not only astound by…
This is the first half of Mike Glodo’s article, the second of which will come later in the week ~ Editor. Recently I was presented with a question about preaching. “Given that contemporary communication studies show that people learn better…
This is the first half of Mike Glodo’s article, the second of which will come later in the week ~ Editor. Recently I was presented with a question about preaching. “Given that contemporary communication studies show that people learn better…
I have been generally impressed by the way the brethren have conducted themselves over the past several days at Ref21 in debating vital issues regarding the presence of grace and merit in the covenant of works. I do not offer…
I’ve enjoyed the recent interaction between Mark Jones and Rick Phillips on the question of whether divine grace informed the covenant of works. I’ve also appreciated the generally cordial spirit of their interaction. As both Mark and Rick know (and…
I expect in your church family your leaders implore you quite often to come to the Central Prayer Gathering. It may be that you wonder why they make such a big deal about it. Here are some reasons why it is…
Let me express my appreciation to Mark Jones for his gracious reply to my concerns regarding his previous two posts. Mark and I are covering ground that is familiar to us both and to others who have read more than…
