What is a Reformed Baptist Church?

Back in July I posted a brief defense for Why I Call Myself a Reformed Baptist. In that article I also mentioned a poll I had conducted in 2007-2008 that revealed some significant diversity among those who would call themselves Reformed Baptists. I have also previously cited a paper by Jim Savastio entitled What is … Continue reading What is a Reformed Baptist Church?

Welcoming Dr. Richard Belcher to the Blog

Many of the blog's readers will already be familiar with Dr. Belcher (pictured at left with his beloved wife, Mary Anne), especially since I have written at least five articles in the past about him and his books. Some of the blog's readers may also know that I have prayed that the Lord will provide … Continue reading Welcoming Dr. Richard Belcher to the Blog

Why I Call Myself a Reformed Baptist

Last week I linked to R. Scott Clark's article A Gentle Rebuke to Brother John, in which he took John Piper to task for inviting Doug Wilson to speak at the upcoming Desiring God Conference this fall. But, although I agree with Scott in his confrontation of John on this point, I do not agree … Continue reading Why I Call Myself a Reformed Baptist

Modern Version of the Baptist Confession of 1689 Complete

This blog's regular readers may remember that I informed you back in January of the ongoing effort of Stan Reeves, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Auburn University and an elder at Grace Heritage Church in Auburn, Alabama, to modernize the Baptist Confession of 1689. Well, earlier this month he posted the final … Continue reading Modern Version of the Baptist Confession of 1689 Complete

Disappointed in John Piper’s Judgment About Doug Wilson — Updated Dec. 2019

Note: I have updated this article a couple of times since it was first published, so be sure not to miss the additions. Additional Note: I am glad and also very encouraged to hear Doug Wilson has clarified his position much better than he did a decade ago when I first published this article. I … Continue reading Disappointed in John Piper’s Judgment About Doug Wilson — Updated Dec. 2019

Free Copy of John Calvin: A Heart for Devotion, Doctrine, and Doxology

Reformation Trust Publishing is making available a free copy of the book Calvin: A Heart for Devotion, Doctrine, and Doxology. They are charging $5.00 for shipping and handling, but this book is a steal at that price! Here is a description of the offer from the Ligioner website: Dear Pastors, John Calvin: A Heart for … Continue reading Free Copy of John Calvin: A Heart for Devotion, Doctrine, and Doxology

Free CD of Albert N. Martin’s Doctrinal Sermons

The Sovereign Grace Audio Treasures website is offering a series of Al Martin's sermons on doctrine. The series is entitled Here We Stand. The messages can be downloaded separately or together. Or you can request a CD containing the whole series free of charge. The series includes messages about the person and work of Christ, … Continue reading Free CD of Albert N. Martin’s Doctrinal Sermons

Modern Versions of the Baptist Confession of 1689

There are a couple of modern English versions of The Baptist Confession of 1689 that it is good to be aware of: 1) The Founders Ministries website has made freely available online A Faith to Confess: The Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689 Rewritten in Modern English ©1975, Carey Publications, Ltd. 2) Stan Reeves, a … Continue reading Modern Versions of the Baptist Confession of 1689