We lived in a blessed time when we have the opportunity to interact with so many great theologians. Our OR Doctrinal Study Begins Tonight. So, in contrast with the picture of my books on the pastoral epistles, I am working…
Running With The Gospel: A Story From Ethiopia
Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you . . . 2 Thess 3:1 God’s Word is speeding ahead . . . running even . . .…
Strength Though Weakness
If you feel weak, thank God. Times of weakness are special opportunities to rejoice in the grace of God. Our current text at The Red Brick Church is 1 Timothy 1:12-17. 12 I thank him who has given me strength, Christ…
Doctrine is Not a Matter of Life and Death
Thursday night I will begin a doctrinal study at 7:00 PM at the Red Brick Church. When deciding whether or not to attend, keep in mind that doctrine is not a matter of life and death. Hence, you need to…
I Appreciate Russell Moore Reminding Me That I am Not a Witch Doctor
Pastors need reminders like this one. We seriously do. Brothers, We Are Not Witchdoctors from Desiring God on Vimeo.
Ed Stetzer: 5 Things Evangelicals Need to Face the Next 10 Years
Few evangelical thinkers spend more time thinking about the big picture than Ed Stetzer. He recently wrote an article in which he identified several areas where churches should focus their energy in the next 10 years. I don’t disagree with…
Grace Stories Are Still Being Written: Mez McConnell’s Testimony
In 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Paul reminds Timothy (and the church at Ephesus through Timothy) that salvation is strictly a work of God. Paul illustrates his point by referencing his own salvation. And a wonderful story it is! The conversion of…
Literature Enlarges Our Being
C.S. Lewis: Literature enlarges our being by admitting us to experiences not our own. They may be beautiful, terrible, awe-inspiring, exhilarating, pathetic, comic, or merely piquant. Literature gives the entree to them all. Those of us who have been true…
Prepare for 1 Timothy 1:12-17 (Or At Least Earn a Quarter at The Red Brick Church)
Over on our church web site, I have described how you can earn a quarter at the Red Brick Church on Sunday. The quarters up for grabs are in view in the picture to the right. They are on top…
?? Implications for Local Churches ??
Every local church that aspires to be “salt and light” should carefully consider the implications of the below video for ministry.