Neither are any good at predicting the end of the world. Perhaps this is a good time to remember what Jesus said to His disciples just before His ascension, "It is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority" (Acts 1:7 NKJ).
Blog Update
I just wanted to let the blog's readers know what has been going on lately, especially since my posting has been so sparse. I have been battling recurrent bouts with diverticulitis, so I have not been keeping up with things as I normally would have. Soon, however, I should be able to begin posting again at least once … Continue reading Blog Update
Robert Gagnon on Homosexuality and the Bible
Dr. Robert Gagnon - What Does the Bible Teach About Homosexuality? from Pure Passion on Vimeo. Some of the blog's readers may be familiar with Robert Gagnon as the author of The Bible and Homosexual Practice: Texts and Hermeneutics, which is an in-depth defense of the traditional Biblical view over against modern objections. In the above video … Continue reading Robert Gagnon on Homosexuality and the Bible
"Gay Christianity" Refuted by James White
Matthew Vines has been gaining quite a following with his video entitled "The Gay Debate - The Bible and Homosexuality," in which he tries to argue that homosexuality is not actually sin according to the Bible. But James White has offered a thorough response to his arguments, and he has made the audio available for download free … Continue reading "Gay Christianity" Refuted by James White
Bob Gonzales on the Well-Meant Offer of the Gospel
If you aren't already familiar with Dr. Gonzales' series of posts regarding the "well-meant offer" of the Gospel, I encourage you to check them out. The first article suggests an update to the Baptist Confession of 1689, followed by a series of articles explaining the issue, the objections to the doctrine, and a defense of … Continue reading Bob Gonzales on the Well-Meant Offer of the Gospel
Ronald Nash on Reformed Epistemology
I think Dr. Nash does a good job of explaining Reformed Epistemology, especially over against Evidentialism. What do you think?
James White on the Reality and Blessing of Apostasy
I'm sure none of this blog's readers would be surprised to see a message posted here entitled "The Reality of Apostasy," but you may be surprised to see a message entitled "The Blessing Apostasy." Well, I encourage you to listen to both of these messages from Dr. White, who offers both strong warning and great encouragement to … Continue reading James White on the Reality and Blessing of Apostasy
The Intolerance of Those Who Preach Tolerance
Why is the gay and lesbian community so proactive in preaching tolerance for their homosexual lifestyle? Why do they seem so easily offended by those who do not agree with them? Why do they preach love and acceptance, but many of them seem to get so hateful and angry with those who are committed to … Continue reading The Intolerance of Those Who Preach Tolerance
Conviction & Peace
I was honored to be the camp pastor of the Sovereign Grace Youth Camp in Conway, Missouri this past week. What happened over those few days will be something I will never forget—God graciously brought conviction of sins, and then forgiveness and peace upon several young souls. These campers came as sinners and under the … Continue reading Conviction & Peace
Church Is For Children Too
I recently read a very good article arguing for the importance of adults bringing their children into the regular worship services with them. It is a practice that we have been following for many years at Immanuel Baptist Church (a Reformed Baptist Church where I am privileged to serve as the primary teaching elder), and we … Continue reading Church Is For Children Too