The Path to Wisdom
Solomon gives us four qualities of wisdom that must be mastered if we are going to walk in a manner worthy of the gospel as mature Christians.
We must begin by fearing the Lord and trusting entirely in Him. That’s the beginning of the Christian life. Proverbs 3:5 and 6 say, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” That is... Continue Reading
Three Reasons to Study Historical Theology
Recognizing Christ’s Work in His Church Throughout History
To ignore godly teachers of the past is to ignore the very means Christ has given for the edification of the church (Eph. 4:11–16). As we humbly receive the wisdom of those who carried the torch of doctrinal fidelity before us, we can live in greater understanding of the theological language we use today, becoming... Continue Reading
Suffering Leads to Glory (Psalm 22:22-31)
The resurrection means that Jesus is vindicated, you are included, and that God’s church will keep growing.
Do you ever doubt if Jesus’ death was sufficient to atone for your sins? God doesn’t, so you don’t have to either. The resurrection is proof that Jesus did the work that he set out to accomplish at the cross, and that work is sufficient for your need and mine, that God was satisfied with... Continue Reading
We Need to Support the PCA’s Agencies
Old School PCA Confessionalists have long exhibited ambivalence toward the Institutions of the PCA. It's time we embraced them with a view toward making them thoroughly Reformed.
Other than prayer, the best way Old School Confessionalists can support the agencies of the PCA at this time is by searching for more men who share a commitment to robust, Old School Presbyterianism who will be willing to serve on the permanent committees to help shape the policies and priorities of the College, the... Continue Reading
Christians Are a Last Days People
Thinking Through What Time It Is
Christians are a Last Days people and will continue to be, until Christ’s return. Let’s not get caught up in the Speculation Industry that promotes confusion, distorts biblical texts, and deceives people far and wide. The Lord Jesus will return in great glory and splendor. But his return isn’t prompted by or connected to a... Continue Reading
Psalm 136 and the Blessing of Spiritual Speed Bumps
“for his steadfast love endures forever.”
Every aspect of your life story is underscored and interwoven with God’s love. You and I never “move on” from remembering and basking in his steadfast love. We never graduate from the school of his love. It’s the spiritual air we breathe, the oxygen we need as we embrace blessings, endure hardship, and wrestle with... Continue Reading
4 Reasons Why the Bible Does Not Support Transgenderism
Our Bodies are Given to Us as a Gift
God created human beings in his image as male and female (Gen. 1:26–27). Our bodies are good gifts given to us by God that we are to use for his glory (1 Cor. 6:12–20). As a God of order and design, God opposes the confusion of man as woman and woman as man.[6] This point about... Continue Reading
Mission to Paganistan
A few important points that were reinforced from this trip to Paganicon.
Over the course of Paganicon, our little team had opportunities to have conversations. Some went deep, sharing the overlap between John 1 and Genesis 1, bringing forward Bible prophecy as a touchstone to what is authentic (and, in doing so, landing on the Gospel). Sometimes, it wasn’t about the conversation per se but about respectfully... Continue Reading
Current Paganization of Nation and Church: Shepherds, Rise to The Occasion
It is evident that America and Western civilization are strongly undergoing re-paganization in both perspective and practice.
What is important is for shepherds to take seriously their responsibility to protect their flocks. Don’t ignore issues threatening the purity of the church or moral practices of the sheep. Likewise, don’t ignore the reality of the “. . . the massive escalation in hostility toward Christianity and a biblical worldview.” A spiritual battle is definitely raging,... Continue Reading
Have the Courage to Declare Christ Is King
Christians Must Speak the Truth
“Christ is King” is merely the next linchpin for smearing Christians who misbehave politically. The point is to strip Christians of any meaningful political power by preying on their weakness for tolerance and policing their language to such an extent that more time is spent squabbling about how to assert a very true thing than... Continue Reading
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