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Defining Marriage August 10th, 2010

In this thorough post, Alastair Roberts provides a thoughtful exposition of the implications of gay marriage on society, and how the discussion of that subject should be broached. While somewhat lengthy, I commend the whole of the post to you …

The Answer’s in Genesis 2 August 4th, 2010

“Since Adam was a priest, and priest of the garden, spiritual leader of humanity, the fact that he needed a wife means that clerical celibacy is Satanic to the core. If there is any kind of man who needs a wife, it is a clergy-man. A man is in a profound sense of “alone” unless he is …

Ambushing the Innocent July 16th, 2010

During our study of Proverbs 1:8-19 the other night, we were considering various applications of the text in our modern context. As you read through the text below, think about how applicable it is to abortion. The shedding of blood described here is coldly calculated. [8] Hear, my son …

Why the Church Is Central July 15th, 2010

“The Church is the nursery of the Kingdom, and the principles we learn in the Church are to be carried forth in the transformation of family, state, and other institutions.” – James B. Jordan.

A Matter of Perspective July 15th, 2010

This quotation was brought to my attention a few weeks ago by Pastor Steve Jeffrey in London, England. It is taken from an essay written by David Field in 2007, which can be found here. The perspectives that Mr. Field encourages us to …

Toy Story 3 June 25th, 2010

Toy Story 3 is terrific. It has just the right amount of nods to the past two …

Family Prayer June 17th, 2010

“For the benefit of man, You, Father of mercies, instituted holy wedlock, and have promised Your blessing to every house in which dwells Your fear. Yes, even You sit at the fireside of them that love You, as at Your own hearth and home. Cause your peace to dwell under our roof, and bless the …

Listening to the Music of the Text June 8th, 2010

In his work Deep Exegesis, Peter Leithart draws comparisons to the listening of music and reading a given text. He writes, “We cannot take music in a moment, A chord gives us several notes at once …

Thanksgiving for Baptism May 18th, 2010

“According to Your mercy, You, O God, have established a covenant with us in Holy Baptism in which You have obligated Yourself to be our God and to forgive our sins for Christ’s sake. Thanks, everlasting thanks, be unto You [for] this gracious covenant. And now grant us grace to believe Your …

Ascension Application May 13th, 2010

Today marks the ascension of the Lord Jesus to His throne in Heaven where He reigns as the King of Kings. In Ephesians 4:1-16, Paul provides an interesting list of gifts given to the Church as a result of Christ’s ascension. He writes,I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord …

Marking Time May 12th, 2010

“In his Word and in his Supper, the crucified and resurrected Christ is truly present now, even though his disciples on earth do not yet enjoy full, complete communion in his presence. Time cannot separate disciples from their risen Lord or from Easter’s promise of …

As the Waters Recede May 7th, 2010

May 1st & 2nd in Nashville were interesting, to say the least, and as we have experienced a historic event, the overwhelming nature of what has taken place causes one to reflect and consider. Starting reflection: “What is the Lord teaching us?” The Bible is …