Applause at Church Raises Question of Appropriateness
Is it appropriate to applaud in church, if so, when?
We are certainly grateful for these wonderful people who have given so generously to share their time in preparation and their talents in adding great beauty and reverence to the worship of God, but that’s the whole point: it’s done for the glory of God. Musicians are artists, and should take as their example the... Continue Reading
Sinclair Ferguson Called as Dean of the Ligonier Academy Doctor of Ministry Program
Ligonier Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies has announced that Dr. Sinclair Ferguson has accepted the position of Dean of its D.Min. program
In his role as the Dean, Dr. Ferguson will assist in the evaluation of the overall curriculum, and be involved in the selection of D.Min. professors. He will also be a point of contact for the students, available for consultation and counsel in person as he hosts the on-campus classes and continues to teach in... Continue Reading
How Are You Doing a Year After Your Daughter’s Passing?
I weep not from emptiness, but from fullness. Jesus walked out of a tomb alive. That changes everything
All her life I took special care of Shannon. All her life she took special care of me. I fed her her meals. She fed me my peace. I held her hand, keeping her body steady. She held my hand, keeping my soul steady. She looked up to me in trust. Now I look up... Continue Reading
Thou Shalt ‘Not’ Commit Adultery
The consequences when the “not” is removed from the seventh commandment
But God warns us against those who would call evil good (Isaiah 5:20), and fidelity to your marriage vow is good. Thou shalt not commit adultery, God says. These are not the words of a conservative prig but they are the words of a generous God whose commandments are not burdensome but wise and good,... Continue Reading
Chuck Smith, 86, Dies After Cancer Battle
Renowned California pastor founded Calvary Chapel movement.
“He led a movement that translated traditional conservative Bible-based Christianity to a large segment of the baby boom generation’s counterculture,” says Brad Christerson, a Biola University sociologist who studies charismatic churches in California. “His impact can be seen in every church service that has electric guitar-driven worship, hip casually-dressed pastors, and 40-minute sermons consisting of... Continue Reading
I’m Still Not Going Back to the Catholic Church
Former Catholic reveals his reasons for leaving, which are unchanged with the latest interview with the Pope.
I was a faithful Mass-going Catholic for 13 years, attending a number of parishes in five cities in different parts of the country. I could count on one hand the number of homilies I heard that addressed abortion or sexuality in any way. Rather, the homilies were wholly therapeutic, almost always some saccharine variation of God... Continue Reading
RUM Calls Tom Cannon as Next Coordinator
Thomas Cannon to serve as the next Coordinator of Reformed University Ministries
“If elected by the General Assembly, I believe that RUF can help shape tomorrow’s generation of leaders, church members, and culture shapers. I am humbled and excited about the opportunity to serve a ministry that has meant so much to me since 1981 as a student at the University of South Carolina. It is my... Continue Reading
What Does the Bible Say About Trans-Gender Identity?
Former Azusa Pacific University professor changes sex and claims Biblical justification.
“I was dying last year because I couldn’t live that way anymore. .. I tried to be the best Christian woman I could be and today I get to be the best Christian I can be and the best person I can be.” Last month, a professor and former dean of theology who changed... Continue Reading
Broadcaster Fired For Opposing Same-Sex Marriage Blasts Fox Sports For Religious Discrimination
Broadcaster on record for banning people of faith from employment
“I was shocked that my personal religious beliefs were not only the reason for Fox Sports firing me but I was completely floored when I read stories quoting Fox Sports representatives essentially saying that people of faith are banned from working at Fox Sports,” James told Breitbart News. “That is not right and surely someone... Continue Reading
Oprah Puts Rob Bell on Her Spiritual A-Team
For Oprah and her minions, this is actually a step in the right direction.
So—and this goes especially for more conservative readers—before you jump all over your friend who’s excitedly reading Bell’s book because Oprah said great things about it, slow down. Wait a minute. Ask questions. Trust that Jesus can be at work here, even if you would have preferred that he use a different book. Eckhart... Continue Reading
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