Only the Transcendent can so inspire.
Why are people who do not have the law of God still responsible?
People often question how God could hold someone morally responsible who did not have access to the Bible. You may have heard the objections, “How can someone be judged according to a standard he or she didn’t hear or read?” …
Hypocrisy and Illinois Governors. The Beat Goes On.
Christians in the Land of Lincoln (and elsewhere!) will be interested in Dr. Albert Mohler’s 10/5/17 podcast that summarizes what has Archbishop of Chicago calling out Governor Rauner of Illinois. I would encourage our church family to listen to Dr. Mohler…
Skeel’s True Paradox: How Christianity Makes Sense of Our World
One of my summer sabbatical goals is to read widely. Below is a book I would recommend for those looking for Christian beach reading. It is written at a level that is easily followed and offers a fresh look at…
The Tragic Progression of America’s Idolatry
In his excellent book, Despite Doubt: Embracing a Confident Faith, Mike Wittmer summarizes the tragic progression of America’s idolatry and the consequences that have ensued. We have witnessed God’s judgment in recent history. Americans entered the twentieth century with…
Keller, Moore, DeYoung on How to Speak to Our Culture About Sex
TGC: It’s no secret Western culture is shifting fast, particularly in the realm of sexual ethics. What was unfathomable just 30 years ago is normal today. How should Christians engage our neighbors who think differently? How can pastors equip Christians to talk about these things…
Baccalaureate Sermon 2016: Name The Name
This is not an exact transcript. I preached a slightly shorter version. My central point was that, even when facing those intolerant of Christianity, we should name the name of Christ. Salvation is found in no one else (Acts 4:12).…
Follow Me: A Call to Die by David Platt
Watch this video and see, also, What Scares Me Most as a Pastor.”
A Lexicon for Sunday’s “Christmas Collision”
Luke gives the purpose of his gospel in his opening, “It seemed good to me . . . to write an orderly account for you. . .you may have certainty concerning the things you have been taught.” Luke 1:3-4. Sunday’s…
Tim Keller: The Christian Alternative for Identity
Here is a Tim Keller sermon that will feed the soul of people in our day. This sermon will help you understand some of the reasons you think like you do. And it will show how Christ can set you…