Hurricane Sandy Relief Update from Mission to North America
Super Storm Sandy left major damage throughout many areas, primarily in New York and New Jersey, relief efforts continue
“Many folks have asked if this is Katrina-like. In many ways it is far worse since the population density is far greater, and the weather and temperatures are terrible. People are really hurting up here: keep praying for resources to sustain recovery operations that allow us to reach others in their time of need” —... Continue Reading
Two Prayers for Solace and Wisdom in the Face of the Sandy Hook Tragedy
It is Christmas in Connecticut, and that may never sound the same again to us
A Prayer for Sandy Hook and for Us All Kevin DeYoung With so many in our nation thinking now of weighty things, give us ears to hear what is true and what leads to eternal life. May this evil be a reminder of our own depravity. May these deaths remind us of our own mortality.... Continue Reading
West Point “Weddings” Renew Fear of Chaplain Discrimination
Need of a law to protect military chaplains from accusations of discrimination
The West Point chaplains asked to officiate the same-sex “marriage” ceremony on campus earlier this month refused…Whether or not the chaplains will face retribution remains to be determined, but their religious freedom is something for which all Americans should fight. Religious liberty advocates are renewing calls for the Senate to pass a law... Continue Reading
Canada: 491 Babies Born Alive After Failed Abortions, Left to Die
491 babies were born alive in Canada following botched abortions from 2000-2009 and left to die
There were 491 abortions, of 20 weeks gestation and greater, that resulted in live births. This means that the aborted child died after it was born. These abortions are coded as P96.4 or ‘Termination of pregnancy, affecting fetus and newborn’.” The question that should immediately present itself is, why has there not been 491 homicide investigations... Continue Reading
Christian Counselor Discrimination Case Settled Out of Court
A Michigan college that lost its fight to expel a Christian counseling student over her beliefs about homosexuality has agreed to settle the case
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) announced earlier this week it would not appeal the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling issued in January. As part of an agreement to dismiss the case, the school paid Julea Ward $75,000. The settlement underscores Christian students’ right to seek an education without violating their religious beliefs…. ... Continue Reading
What You Don’t Like About Your Church (And Why That’s Good)
If there is something about your church you dislike, consider it an opportunity to sacrifice for the greater good of the body
It’s good that you’re involved with a local body of believers with whom you have disagreements and varying preferences. Why? Because that is the whole idea of God calling out and gathering together His local body. We come together, not because we agree on everything and have the same preferences, but because, despite our disagreements,... Continue Reading
‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Moves Evangelicals Beyond Black And White Sexuality
Many evangelical women say they wouldn’t touch the best-selling book, often described as “mommy porn”
Closing one’s eyes to the phenomenon just isn’t a good option for evangelical women. “If they don’t know it and we can’t talk about it, they’re going to get caught out in ministry blindsided.” In some parts of the evangelical world others are even trying to move beyond using the novel only as a cautionary... Continue Reading
An independent inquiry is needed over the matter of the Presbytery of Glasgow and the Tron Church
The Church of Scotland is fast becoming the laughing stock of the Church worldwide.
There has so much hurt and division caused, and so much obfuscation, smoke and bewilderment, that the sooner we have an objective, independent assessment of the conduct of all the parties involved, the better for the Church itself. This matter has gone truly global, and the whole Reformed Church family, worldwide, is talking about it.... Continue Reading
Neo-Calvinism and Distinctive Christian Living: A Response to Darryl Hart’s Quibble
I believe that the same moral law that binds Christians is written on the hearts of nonbelievers as natural law
The fact remains that even in the works that Christians do that look just like the best works of the most morally admirable nonbelievers, the context for the former distinguishes them from the latter. Last week at Old Life Darryl Hart graciously ventured his agreement with my basic statement of the two kingdoms doctrine... Continue Reading
How to Watch ‘The Hobbit’
Don’t worry, there’s no spoiler!
“Unexpected Journey” stays impressively close to Tolkien’s storyline, but introduces some minor twists and turns to fit the medium and keep everyone on their toes. It’s a good blend of fidelity and freshness. For the ultra-purists, if you just want straight Tolkien, then just read the book. The movie, by necessity, is not, and cannot... Continue Reading