In short, the depravity evident at Columbine, and Aurora, and Newtown is of a particular sort involving distorted masculinity and the misuse of power.  There is tremendous truth in St. Augustine’s contention that evil is not a thing in itself but rather the distortion and misdirection of God’s good creation.    The tragic shootings and... Continue Reading

However, I wonder whether (Tchividjian) can affirm (WCF) 13.1 insofar as it speaks of our lusts growing weaker, the believer being strengthened in saving grace, and this to the practice of holiness. The Confession appears to speak of the Christian growing stronger and more competent, while this competence is never divorced from the power of... Continue Reading

Blogs that monitor Sovereign Grace have posted a transcript of a November talk by Covenant Life pastor Joshua Harris in which he said denominational leaders viewed challenges as signs of disloyalty, made major decisions without consulting churches and had a pattern of “minimizing the seriousness of the issues of the past” rather than repenting and... Continue Reading

The article “seems to” falsely concludes that because there are many Christians in the world, perceived attacks on Christians in the American public square are of no concern for Christians. Of course, there could be many Christians in the world, and many Christians in North America, and many Christians in the United States and there... Continue Reading

(Editor’s Note:  Martin Snyder, Editor of the PuritanBoard, calls our attention to a significant radio broadcast made nearly 50 years ago.  The predictions approach the level of prophecy is ways that should alarm us all.)   [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6IXPq1m0Eg&w=640&h=380]   I heard this for the first time tonight (December 19). Then I had the kids listen to... Continue Reading

The big question: WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN?  It’s a movie about a science fiction book right? No! Though to be fair, for some of you the answer is yes. (Please stop reading if you are one of these people).   Some may say producer/director Peter Jackson’s latest J. R. R. Tolkien adaption is an... Continue Reading

The first Christmas carol, after all, was a war hymn. Mary of Nazareth sings of God’s defeat of his enemies, about how in Christ he had demonstrated his power and “has brought down the mighty from their thrones and exalted those of humble estate” (Lk. 1:52). There are some villains in mind there   Sometimes... Continue Reading

I get asked some why we homeschool our children. And I put up with a good bit of attitude from people who have very strong (and very wrong) preconceived notions about homeschoolers and homeschooling. So, here is my list of reason why we homeschool.   ** Disclaimer** These are MY reasons. I do not believe... Continue Reading

When I say “best” I have several questions in mind: Was this book well written and enjoyable to read?  Did I find it personally challenging, illuminating, edifying, or entertaining?  Is it a book I am likely to reread or consult often?  Do I see myself frequently recommending this book to others?   This was a... Continue Reading

If you want to understand your Bible better, read this book. The authors glorify God by teaching his promises to which we can hold fast. We may break our promises, but God was pleased to make a covenant with his people, and then fulfill the full sanctions of that oath. He delivered his righteousness in... Continue Reading