After Saul’s miraculous conversion on the road to Damascus, the church continued to experience explosive growth. The Proclamation of the Truth (Acts 9:20-22) Dr. Luke reports Saul’s passion for the truth: “And immediately he proclaimed Jesus in the synagogues, saying, ‘He is the Son of God’” (Acts 9:20). This man was committed to preaching God’sContinue reading “The Triumph of Truth”
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Top 10 Books of 2025
2025 was a great year for books. Here are my top ten reads in no particular order. Meet the Puritans is exactly what the title suggests. This powerful book is a second edition, revised and expanded. The new edition includes: This book is nothing to trifle with. It is a veritable tome that weighs in at overContinue reading “Top 10 Books of 2025”
More Christians Like Calvin
There is a gaping chasm in the evangelical church. This chasm is a result of compromise and capitulation. It is the result of lazy thinking and lethargic living. This chasm has been produced by years of theological neglect, educational apathy, and lackadaisical leadership. The ungodly leaders that have emerged from the church have spawned aContinue reading “More Christians Like Calvin”
A Christian Reading Manifesto: A New Resurgence of Learning
For a limited time, the Kindle version of A Christian Reading Manifesto by David Steele is only $2.99! Reading is a discipline that allows us to explore new frontiers and supercharge our intimacy with God. It is one of God’s appointed means of helping us grow in our knowledge of Christ and love for him.Continue reading “A Christian Reading Manifesto: A New Resurgence of Learning”
“Dancing” in the Cemetery: A Meditation on the Death of Rush Limbaugh
The news of conservative talk show host, Rush Limbaugh’s death prompted responses around the country. He was affectionately referred to as “the Babe Ruth of talk radio.” Sean Hannity said, “He was an innovator. He was a pioneer. He was a trailblazer. He was a great patriot.” Mark Levin referred to Limbaugh as “our GeorgeContinue reading ““Dancing” in the Cemetery: A Meditation on the Death of Rush Limbaugh”
My Favorite Reads in 2024
2024 was an exceptional year for books. The following list is alphabetized by author’s last name and does not reflect my personal ranking. 2. Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology – Kevin DeYoung 3. To Rescue the Republic: Ulysses S. Grant, The Fragile Union, and the Crisis of 1876 – Brett Baier 4.Continue reading “My Favorite Reads in 2024”
A Christian Reading Manifesto: A New Resurgence of Learning
Reading is a discipline that allows us to explore new frontiers and supercharge our intimacy with God. It is one of God’s appointed means of helping us grow in our knowledge of Christ and love for him. Yet many Christians are reluctant to read and as a result, are spiritually malnourished. A Christian Reading Manifesto isContinue reading “A Christian Reading Manifesto: A New Resurgence of Learning”
HERE I STAND
On this date, in 1521, Martin Luther made his bold stand at the Diet of Worms. Prior to entering the city, Luther remarked, “Unless I am held by force, or Caesar revokes his invitation, I will enter Worms under the banner of Christ against the gates of hell.” The Roman Catholic Church pleaded for himContinue reading “HERE I STAND”
Apostasy from the Gospel – John Owen
John Owen, Apostasy from the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 422 pp. Crossway Books deserves a great debt of gratitude for republishing The Complete Works of John Owen, including his magisterial treatment of Hebrews. Lee Gatiss and Shawn D. Wright edited the series. The volumes are bound in beautiful hardcovers and include an attractive slipcover. Apostasy from theContinue reading “Apostasy from the Gospel – John Owen”
I Am a Complementarian
As a complementarian, I affirm the responsibility of biblically qualified men to serve as elders in the household of God and to lead and shepherd the people of God (1 Tim. 2:11-15; 1 Cor. 14:34-36; 11:2-16).1 Therefore, the office of elder/pastor is reserved for men. I deny an egalitarian framework that rejects role distinctions betweenContinue reading “I Am a Complementarian”