There has been an effort in recent years by authors such as liberal scholar Bart Ehrman to try and present Scripture as being in error. Such challenges, while really nothing new in the history of the Church, do present an issue for the Christian, especially due to the widespread popularity of books that oppose Scripture […]
We’re living in a culture that moves at a rapid pace. In this culture, we can communicate our thoughts faster than ever through Facebook, Twitter, and Google Plus. We can also share our thoughts on a vast array of topics on blogs, podcasts, and other forms of new media. Combine this with the desire of
Glory Hunger: God, the Gospel, and Our Quest for Something More Read More »
It seems that far too often, the Holy Spirit is viewed as something of a New Testament phenomenon, a part of the Godhead that sort of sat on the sidelines for the first 39 books of the Bible while God and at times a pre-incarnate Jesus took care of things. Of course nothing could be
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Over the past five years, I’ve been in the enjoyable position to receive most, if not all of the latest and greatest Christian books. This position has offered me the opportunity to grow in my knowledge and understanding of a great deal topics. Since I was a teenager I’ve been interested in studying the history
Unashamed Workmen: How Expositors Prepare and Preach Read More »
Many Christians struggle with feelings of anxiety and worry. This is a struggle I know well. Feelings of failure, shame, and regret rob our joy in the Lord and cause God’s people to lift our eyes not to Christ, but to ourselves. How are we do to deal with these issues in a God-honoring way?
Mindscape: What to Think About Instead of Worrying Read More »
The Gospel of Matthew is one of the most significant of the four Gospels. The early church used the Gospel of Matthew to catechize (disciple) new Christians about who Jesus is, what He has done in His death, burial, and resurrection, and how to live the Christian life. As Matthew expounds on these great truths—he
Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Matthew Read More »
There are times when I feel the urge to dig into what can easily be labeled as a “nerdy” book and there are some theological subjects that arguably deserve such an in-depth treatment. Exploring the wisdom literature of Scripture, as well as the extra-biblical writings that impacted Jewish and early Christian thought is one of
There are a multitude of Christian books, both in the Christian living section as well as the more academically minded fare, that use the buzzword “gospel” or its associated term “gospel-centered.” These terms have become so cliché that in part they have to some degree lost their theological, biblical, and everyday impact, if the term
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