With news that HarperCollins Publishers has purchased Thomas Nelson – the biggest Christian publishing company in the world – we see the biggest assault yet on the Christian industry. Harper, which owns Zondervan, a major competitor to Nelson, is adopting the strategy that began in the ’90s: We won’t join Christian publishing, so we’ll beat... Continue Reading

The scholars said Christians disagree about God’s intention for gender relationships in the church and home, but the topic “should be included under the doctrine of humanity and not of the Trinity, since God is neither male nor female.” A group of evangelical scholars has released a statement labeling an increasingly popular teaching about gender... Continue Reading

This difference between the two sacraments—one involving active participation and the other only passive participation—reflects their different symbolisms. Baptism represents our entrance into the church, while the Lord’s Supper signifies our growth as Christians. To the Members of Christ Presbyterian Church: Many of you have felt the winds of paedocommunion that have been blowing in... Continue Reading

People say that story is the answer to the problems of this generation because they’re open to stories. But actually, they don’t like stories that explain everything, and that’s the kind of story the Bible tells. So the problem isn’t doctrine verses story. The problem is in pitting one against the other when they’re not... Continue Reading

Do not preach while on vacation. Trust me on this. Pastors, I have failed too many times at this and you need to listen to me The craziness of Sundays is typically what a Pastor needs a break from when looking to be recharged while on vacation. As a result, some might think the best... Continue Reading

Let’s face it: there are better and worse reasons to leave a church. Are you moving to another city? That’s a good reason. Are you harboring bitterness toward someone who has offended you? That’s a bad reason. Does the church neglect to preach biblical sermons weekly? A good reason. Do you not like the church’s... Continue Reading

We live in a morally confused age, but there is little confusion about the fact that sexual behavior and personal character are inseparable. Just a few months ago, Herman Cain was unknown to most Americans. The former CEO of Godfather’s Pizza and former head of the National Restaurant Association caught the attention of the public... Continue Reading

The topic of children in worship has a broad response these days. In one church signs hang above each sanctuary entrance directing parents to take their children to their “classes.” Being suspended by chains adds to the significance of the message. In another church a child disrupts an entire service. Grumbling and complaining extend the... Continue Reading

As Christians in the United States, it’s easy to get caught up up in all the political fervor. It can even be tempting to think that legislation is the key to solving the moral problems that plague American society. But is that a right perspective? John MacArthur addresses this important issue and underscores the biblical... Continue Reading

The law of God functions differently with respect to Justification and Sanctification. In the service of Justification, the primary purpose of God’s law is to convict us of sin (the law is Calvin’s mirror that shows us that we need the cleansing soap of the gospel In Sanctification, the primary purpose of the law is... Continue Reading