And I Quote—May 23

A movement that cannot or will not draw boundaries, or that allows the modern cultural fear of exclusion to set its theological agenda, is doomed to lose its doctrinal identity.…

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The Church: The Gospel Made Visible | Part Four

Chapter Seven: The Purpose of the Church “The church ultimately exists for the glory of God. Whether pursuing missions or evangelism; edifying one another through prayer and Bible study; encouraging…

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Friday Findings—May 20

Say Hard Things “When was the last time someone told you you were wrong? If you can’t remember, you may have reason to be concerned.” The Tender Heart of a…

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Charles Spurgeon… Yet Speaking

A deep sense and clear sight of sin, its heinousness, and the punishment which it deserves, should make us lie low before the throne. We have sinned as Christians. Alas!…

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1534

Henry VIII declared to be “Supreme Head of the Church of England” by the English Parliament, an explicit rejection of obedience to the pope in Rome. This “Act of Supremacy”…

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Why Are All of Us Misfits?

The other day, as I was reading along in my Greek New Testament, I came across some of the most challenging verses in all of Scripture. In Matthew 7:13–14, Jesus…

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And I Quote… May 16

Oh, the surpassing kindness and love of God! He did not hate or reject or bear a grudge against us but he was patient and bore with us, having mercy…

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Friday Findings—May 13

Prayer for Beginners “God means for your life — married or unmarried, student or employee, young or old — to run on the power of prayer… You need God in…

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