The “health and wealth” gospel continues to wield a powerful influence on many people around the world. This movement is fraught with theological danger and should be resisted and opposed by thoughtful Christians. Al Mohler addresses this troubling trend: Prosperity theology is a false gospel. Its message is unbiblical and its promises fail. God neverContinue reading “Called to Suffer”
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Stand Strong for Christ
We are living through one of the most tumultuous times in American history. It seems like every day a new challenge surfaces. We face trials, temptations, suffering, and grief. We hear rumors about the fate of our Republic. Conspiracy theories are at a fevered pitch. None of this should surprise us. In Jesus’s day heContinue reading “Stand Strong for Christ”
A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin
My recent book, A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin is available now! Here’s a brief synopsis. “… But this is the one to whom I will look: he who is humble and contrite in spirit and trembles at my word” (Isaiah 66:2). A Godward Gaze is a snapshot of a man onContinue reading “A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin”
The Happiness of God – Part 3
God is eternally happy. Over the past few days, we have been learning about the reality of God’s happiness and the reasons for God’s happiness. We conclude this brief study by focusing on our response to this happy God. The Response to our Happy God I’m convinced that one of the biggest reasons that manyContinue reading “The Happiness of God – Part 3”
The Happiness of God – Part 2
Jonathan Edwards helps us comprehend the reality of God’s happiness: “It is of infinite importance … to know what kind of being God is. For he is … the only fountain of our true happiness …”1 Notice, then, several reasons for God’s happiness. The Reasons for God’s Happiness God finds happiness in himself The primaryContinue reading “The Happiness of God – Part 2”
The Happiness of God – Part 1
In the film, Chariots of Fire, Eric Liddell is criticized for his desire to train for the Olympic games. In the midst of their discussion, his sister Jennie essentially accuses Liddell of having a problem with idolatry. Liddell utters these words that prove to be the best line in the movie: God made me fast,Continue reading “The Happiness of God – Part 1”
Top Picks in 2020
2020 was a year of lockdowns, which freed many people to read more. Thankfully, this past year was a great year for books. My selections this year focus on titles that made a direct impact on my life, sparked additional research, and enriched my pastoral ministry. 1. Gentle and Lowly – Dane Ortlund 2. WhyContinue reading “Top Picks in 2020”
Called to Suffer
The “health and wealth” gospel continues to wield a powerful influence on many people around the world. This movement is fraught with theological danger and should be resisted and opposed by thoughtful Christians. Al Mohler addresses this troubling trend: Prosperity theology is a false gospel. Its message is unbiblical and its promises fail. God neverContinue reading “Called to Suffer”
The Puritan Plunge
On July 17, 2020 J.I. Packer went to be with the Lord. Dr. Packer was an unassuming man, yet he was a towering figure of evangelicalism. He was one of the key men who helped restore Reformed theology in North America. The publication of Knowing God in 1973 was a foundational book that reacquainted thousandsContinue reading “The Puritan Plunge”
Top Picks in 2020
2020 was a year of lockdowns, which freed many people to read more. Thankfully, this past year was a great year for books. My selections this year focus on titles that made a direct impact on my life, sparked additional research, and enriched my pastoral ministry. 1. Gentle and Lowly – Dane Ortlund 2. WhyContinue reading “Top Picks in 2020”
