Perhaps God is inviting us into something deeper than intellectual assent.…Jesus said, “Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it” (Mark 10:15). A child does not demand a technical explanation before trusting a loving father. A child trusts because he knows the father’s... Continue Reading

A healthy church has a growing leadership and is always growing the next generation of leaders at every level of church life.…If pastors and elders don’t do this then the church is poorer for it.   Sometimes pastor’s feel like they have to do it all, after all it;s what they’re paid for. Sometimes pastors... Continue Reading

John Witherspoon is arguably the most important Presbyterian in American History. There is not much of significance in his era that he did not influence in some measure.…If Witherspoon were to pay a visit to the nation today, what would he think of the religious, political, and educational situation in the land for which he... Continue Reading

If by now those calling themselves conservatives and Christians cannot see through the demolition derby Candace [Owens] is trying to get away with, then I must say that I fear for her followers as much as her!…Thankfully many solid Christians and conservatives are speaking out about this dangerous false prophet and wolf in sheep’s clothing.... Continue Reading

There were the thousands of pilgrims surrounding Jesus, shouting and rejoicing, but observing this unfold were the inhabitants of Jerusalem.…the religious leaders, priests, and governmental officials. As they looked at this massive crowd descending the Mount of Olives, shouting out Messianic prophecies, and following this unassuming man humbly riding on the colt of a donkey,... Continue Reading

This impulse to get behind the curtain—to know and explain God on our own terms—is not new. It is as old as the garden. The first temptation was not merely to disobey, but to cross a boundary: to become “like God,” to grasp what belongs to God alone, and to possess knowledge in a way... Continue Reading

Arius’ first main opponent was Alexander, Bishop of Alexandria. He recognized Arius’ position not as a progression in Christian theology, but a digression from the Apostolic faith. When Emperor Constantine called for the matter to be settled, the church council of Nicaea (AD 325) convened. The council confessed the Son homoousious (“one substance”) with the Father, and... Continue Reading

To decrease is not to disappear but to be freed from illusions of grandeur. Or “notions” if you are Irish! If Christ is the Savior, then I don’t have to be. If the Spirit gives growth, then I don’t have to manufacture it. If God’s glory is what matters, then my reputation doesn’t need to... Continue Reading

We should not choose music randomly, as though the service were a playlist. There should be an internal coherence to what we are doing: we gather before God, confess faith, confess sin, hear the Word, respond in praise, and depart with blessing. Song selection should serve that movement.   When modern Christians talk about “worship,”... Continue Reading

[Paul] was the only one on board who had counsel from God Himself, the One who holds the storm in His hands. Notice what the men around Paul received, just by being with him. Wise counsel…gracious protection…courageous faith.    My mother used to quote the old saying: “You are a product of the books you... Continue Reading