The other week I was sitting in our small group, and I made this comment, "When sharing your testimony, do not glorify sin because it will take away from the glory of the Savior who redeemed you." I was asked by one of our small group members to further explain my statement. The context of … Continue reading A Common Mistake Believers Make When Sharing Their Testimony
5 Helpful Tips for Scripture Meditation
Though God in this threefold revelation has provided answers to our questions concerning Him, the answers by no means lie on the surface. They must be sought by prayer, by long meditation on the written Word, and by earnest and well-disciplined labor. However brightly the light may shine, it can be seen only by those … Continue reading 5 Helpful Tips for Scripture Meditation
Mask Mandate? Christian, the Great Commandment Informs Our View About Masks
A Christian perspective on mask wearing.
Review of Before You Vote: Seven Questions Every Christian Should Ask by David Platt
A summary and critical review of David Platt's "Before You Vote."
3 Reasons I Deactivated My Facebook Account
3 reasons I deactivated my Facebook account that may encourage you to do the same.
A Clarification of Frame’s Doctrine of Carefulness
In chapter 35, I argued from the manslaughter legislation of the Mosaic law the principle that we should not only avoid murder, but should also be very careful to guard against the possible destruction of human life....But where it is evident that carelessness can lead and has led to tragedy, we must take precautions (The … Continue reading A Clarification of Frame’s Doctrine of Carefulness
Should the Church Practice Online Communion?
Preface I can be an ungracious critic. I am aware of this sin in my life. Some of my closest family members tell me that if God doesn't get my criticism under control by his redeeming power I will become a mean and crusty man. I know my faults, and I pray God would remove … Continue reading Should the Church Practice Online Communion?
Online Church Is A Necessary Abnormality: A Warning for Christians Post-Coronavirus
Shelter in place. Practice social distancing. These are the recommendations rightly being passed down by our government’s leaders during an unprecedented time in our nation’s history. COVID-19 has caused many institutions, businesses, and churches to rethink the way they operate in order to relieve stress on the health care system and protect those most vulnerable … Continue reading Online Church Is A Necessary Abnormality: A Warning for Christians Post-Coronavirus
4 Ways to Share the Gospel During Social Distancing
And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”Matthew 28:18-20 … Continue reading 4 Ways to Share the Gospel During Social Distancing
Teaching Your Children to Pursue Holiness by Reading Scripture
Tony Merida, pastor of Imago Dei Church in Raleigh, NC, recently published his reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic. One of his reflections was encouraging believers to take time during social distancing in order to grow in personal holiness. From the outset, I am in complete agreement with this reflection. However, I think this reflection could … Continue reading Teaching Your Children to Pursue Holiness by Reading Scripture
