We must set our eyes on the city to come, the new Jerusalem, in which we will behold the face of our beloved Bridegroom, enjoy the spiritual blessings that are ours in Christ, celebrate the consummation of God’s promises, and stand beside those from every tribe, tongue, and nation to worship the Lamb of God... Continue Reading

Let me state this plainly and as lovingly as this constrained digital format permits. If one cannot distinguish blasphemous filth that denies the faith from the true faith, he is so nearsighted as to be blind. He forgets that “bad company ruins good morals” (1 Cor. 15:33) and that we are to “touch no unclean... Continue Reading

The calling of the church has never been cultural approval. It has always been witness. Witness to life as gift. Witness to the unborn as neighbors. Witness to Christ who redeems sinners without minimizing sin. The numbers remain shocking. They should. But they do not have the final word.   I watched a TikTok the... Continue Reading

As we become more familiar with the Bible, we will see God’s promise-keeping nature more clearly. When we think of Him, we will know in our bones that He keeps every promise, despite how things might appear to us. We will praise Him, because His faithfulness is a glorious part of His character. And we will, like... Continue Reading

If we are discouraged about good works, it might be because we think of them mainly as great public achievements for the gospel. But notice how important to Jesus are the small acts of daily kindness, sacrificial ministry, and tender love for those in need. If God is working in you and if you are... Continue Reading

Appreciating your inner-connectedness and the good that is happening in your community reminds you that both believers and unbelievers are human beings made in God’s image. It can help you to endure in ministry by growing in thankfulness for what you have where you live instead of what you don’t have.   All was silent... Continue Reading

Beware of pride and self-reliance. Beware of filtering the Gospel in order to dodge criticism or mockery. Beware of idolatrous revisions to the person and work of Christ. Beware of neglecting the Gospel, of going to your death without it.   John Shelby Spong was a boring liberal who swallowed and regurgitated every possible progressivist... Continue Reading

What was true of Corinth is true of us. We have been enriched in every way. We don’t lack any spiritual gift. But just like them we must learn how to use them for God’s glory and our collective good.   I wonder how you’ve read the word ‘you’ so far in these opening 9... Continue Reading

Once a major asset to American life, the independence of nonprofits is being eroded by politics. Their effectiveness is ebbing. There may be a lesson for the church in that story as well. The Nonprofit Crisis offers valuable insight into what we’re losing as polarized politics takes over our culture.   Nonprofits have a long and storied... Continue Reading

The church does not serve the world by muting the truth. She serves the world by bearing faithful witness to it, patiently, honestly, and without fear. Christ is not an idea to be negotiated. He is Lord. The gospel does not need supplementing, softening, or strategic silence. It saves because it is true.   This... Continue Reading