Proverbs exists in the canon so that God’s people might live in the joy of God’s presence. We could easily inscribe 1 Thessalonians 4:3 at the front of Solomon’s book: “For this is the will of God, your sanctification… .” Each of us is called by God to strive for “the holiness without which no... Continue Reading

He spoke with her at length, actually trying to persuade her to reconsider whether or not she should make such a sizeable donation.  She replied earnestly: “The Lord Jesus has given His last drop of blood for me, and should I not give all the money I have?  Rather than that the orphan house should... Continue Reading

We ought to throw open the doors of our sanctuaries and call the assembly of the saints! Gathering in twos and threes, tens or dozens to cry out to the Lord, reading His Word, praising, praying, and repenting for our sins and the sins committed by the nations against the Lord and His anointed (Psalm... Continue Reading

On some mornings, the son would go out to feed the dog and the barking would stop for a few minutes. He spoke soothingly to the dog, using his new name, and the dog looked just quizzical instead of murderous. When the family arrived home in their car, the dog stood quietly behind his fence... Continue Reading

A wrap-up concept near the movie’s end nails it: “If you really want to see who people are, all you have to do is look.” How do you see people with whom you work—your clients, coworkers, and employees, especially those who are suffering or just different in light of their disabilities and special needs? I... Continue Reading

Respect for God and for one another is good, right, and loving. Yet honoring God and others also requires upholding God’s revealed order for his church. Church leaders must therefore take care not to place women in ecclesiastical roles that Scripture does not expressly authorize.   When it comes to any matter related to the... Continue Reading

Christians have always sought to understand how to navigate their dual citizenship, Church-State relationships, being Christians as individuals and being the Church as an institution, and evangelism or outreach outside the church from practices within the covenant community. These differences and debates have always been in bounds and not a matter of doctrinal fidelity.  ... Continue Reading

The real problem with M’Cheyne’s plan isn’t that it encourages more Bible reading, a faster pace, a more serious diligence, nor that it comes with a checklist. The real problem is that the reader lacks in himself a passion for the Savior he meets in the text.   New year (re?)newed disciplines. That’s my current... Continue Reading

“Lord of the Sabbath” newness has at least three critical applications: priesthood, people, and program…With regard to the priesthood, the Messiah, Jesus Christ, would be forever now the one and only perfect and eternal High Priest (see Heb. 7:26 ff)—whose new Sabbath Day would be crowned by the commemoration of His bodily resurrection.   Our... Continue Reading

Some things in this fallen world can’t be dignified, no matter what language we use. Death is a gruesome enemy of humanity. The ultimate solution to it can only be found in the resurrection of our lord.   On December 12, 2025, amid the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, Deb’s Law (SB 1950)... Continue Reading