The Mysterious Hand of God in the Global Realignment of Christianity
Out of evil God is bringing good. Nothing, no pastor, priest, bishop or archbishop can stop it. It is happening across North America
This is an example of the direct intervention of an African Anglican archbishop on US soil in order to lay the groundwork and foundation for orthodox Anglicanism on these shores. There is not a thing the US Episcopal Church can do about it. They can grind their teeth, yell, and scream to the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Anglican Consultative Council about violating boundaries, but it will all fall on deaf ears. The Nigerians have landed
Being Known For What We Are For
Surely no one will turn that against us. If we just say nice, non-controversial things, people will be nice to us.
Christians are constantly being labeled as anti-gay, anti-women, anti-science, anti-environment, etc. While there are numerous examples of Christians saying hurtful and mean things, the vast majority of Christians are for human flourishing and living to the high standard that God has set for us.
Changing the City with the Gospel Takes a Movement
Praying for your city is a biblical directive. Coming together in prayer is something a wide variety of believers can do
In short, we cannot produce a gospel movement without the providential work of the Holy Spirit. A movement is an ecosystem that is empowered and blessed by God's Spirit
Do You Know the Most Dangerous Person in Your Church?
A church that is teachable brings its leaders joy. A church or church member who is not robs them of joy. It’s that simple
This type of thing has a long legacy. Consider how Diotrephes liked to put himself first and stir up division. How did he do this? He did not submit to the teaching of the Apostles (3 John vv. 9-10). He was unteachable.
In the UK: Christians should ‘leave their beliefs at home or get another job’
Government lawyers say: A personal expression of faith at work, such as wearing a cross, means they might have to resign and get another job
The four British Christians argue that the actions of their employers contravened articles nine and 14 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which prohibit religious discrimination and allow “freedom of thought, conscience and religion”.
Understanding the Times: An Interview with Carl Trueman
Carl Trueman interviews himself.
What is the “real scandal of the evangelical mind”? The evangelical world seems obsessed with “engaging culture” even as the average Christian’s knowledge of the basics of the faith diminishes. You can go to heaven without being able to offer a Christian appreciation of film, art, or music; one cannot go to heaven without knowing who... Continue Reading
Revenge of the Liberal Arts Major
New survey: Liberal arts graduates in more demand than those who are getting finance and accounting degrees.
“The No. 1 skill that employers are looking for are communication skills and liberal arts students who take classes in writing and speaking” said Dan Schawbel, founder of Millennial Branding and an expert on Generation Y. “They need to become good communicators in order to graduate with a liberal arts degree. Companies are looking for... Continue Reading
12 Reasons Why Public Worship Is Better Than Private Worship
The Puritans believed public worship was more important than private worship; here are 12 reasons why.
Private worship was required of, and performed by Adam and his posterity, even in a sinless state, but the public preaching of the Gospel and the administration of the sacraments have a necessary dependence on the death of Christ. If you had the choice between private Bible reading and prayer, or going to... Continue Reading
How Bible Preachers Can Turn Into Cult Leaders
High profile church leaders need accountability to keep them focused on Christ and his truth.
There are 3 stepping stones used by personality cult leaders in developing a following. Loyalty to Bible to Movement to the Leader. If they were just to go around saying: ‘I am the messianic hero – follow me,’ then they would mostly just be ignored as crazy. So instead they use a 3 step strategy.... Continue Reading
Growing Up With Two Moms: The Untold Children’s View
A personal testimony affirming Mark Regnerus’ study on adult children of same-sex parents.
Whether homosexuality is chosen or inbred, whether gay marriage gets legalized or not, being strange is hard; it takes a mental toll, makes it harder to find friends, interferes with professional growth, and sometimes leads one down a sodden path to self-medication in the form of alcoholism, drugs, gambling, antisocial behavior, and irresponsible sex. The... Continue Reading