The (Silent) War On Men
Nearly half of black males and almost 40 percent of white males in the U.S. are arrested by age 23
Perhaps these numbers should not be too much of a surprise given the fact that there is a war against boys in primary and secondary education with teaching styles and learning environments primarily focused on the advancement of girls and punitive to boys, over 20% of young boys labeled “ADHD,” the increase in single moms raising boys and the... Continue Reading
Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus: A Devout Muslim Encounters Christianity
An interview with former Muslim, Nabeel Qureshi
When you love the Muslims around you by treating them like family and helping those who need help, they will come to know you more and perhaps even wonder what makes you so loving. When they see you loving the Lord your God with all that you are, they will have their answer. Do not... Continue Reading
Treat That Wound Right Away
We can be tempted to think that if we ignore anger, it will just go away. But it won’t.
If you know someone has a problem with you go to him. Humble yourself. Try to see your sin. Listen to him. Don’t be defensive. If you see your sin ask forgiveness. If you can’t see it, don’t write him off – tell him you want to see your sin, that you’ll pray about it... Continue Reading
The Israelites Were Not Exclusive Psalmists (Nor Are We)
Exclusive psalmody was an extremely late development in Christianity
The evidence throughout the history of revelation is the same: Songs of lament, thanks, or praise are the ongoing response to divine acts and perfections. When God acts in judgment or deliverance, his people reply in lament, thanksgiving, or praise, as befits the situation. The Lord is not only great, but “greatly to be praised”... Continue Reading
Biblical Womanhood for Pariahs
The larger church often treats women like they are outcasts if their life story doesn't match the norm
In contrast, I’ve found deep comfort watching the overcoming faith of my limping friends enduring seasons of brokenness or loss. And I admit that I too have circumstances in my life that others may find uncomfortable, causing them to want to distance themselves from me. Whatever the loss, these struggles are not denials of God’s... Continue Reading
Former Planned Parenthood director opens ‘truly pro-woman’ health center
Guiding Star Brazos Valley to offer “life affirming, pro-woman health care, fertility care, and pregnancy support.”
Johnson made national headlines in 2009 when she left her position as director of a Planned Parenthood facility in Bryan, Texas, and became a staunch pro-life advocate. Since then, she has been spreading the pro-life message both nationally and internationally. She also founded And Then There Were None, an organization that helps other abortion workers leave... Continue Reading
The Puritan’s View of Sex in Marriage
In Joel R. Beeke’s Living for God’s Glory: An Introduction to Calvinism, a chapter is dedicated to marriage, discussing the Puritan’s view
Puritan preachers taught that the Roman Catholic view was unbiblical, even satanic. They cited Paul, who said that the prohibition of marriage is a doctrine of devils (1 Tim. 4:1–3). Even the Puritan definitions of marriage implied the conjugal act. For example, Perkins defines marriage as “the lawful conjunction of the two married persons; that... Continue Reading
Do We Really Want A New Reformation?
What we need is another rebellion against the cult of the experts
In the 17th century there was a great assembly of highly educated men. They met in the Jerusalem chamber of the Westminster Abbey in London to set down in words the attainments of the Reformation. And they agreed with the common people—the Bible really does say that the work of creation was God’s making “all... Continue Reading
Chess and Trying to Out Think God
Anticipating what God may do in my life; then looking ahead to what may go wrong and trying to plan how to respond
Chess is a fun game to play. But God is not my opponent. Fearing what potential struggles might lie ahead in my life and planning ways to avoid them is about me taking control of my life instead of living by faith. Whatever lies in the future, I know that God will provide me strength.... Continue Reading
Women Ministering in the Tent
Jesus and his Apostles realized the important role women should play in serving the people of God
Let us worship more like Adam, Moses, Jesus and Paul. May we be strong men who lead with integrity. May we play the role of father, husband, elder and deacon well. But may we also be strong men who are wise men. May we surround ourselves with godly, strong feminine leaders. For according to Scripture,... Continue Reading