Zealous Preaching November 19, 2018 In the Westminster Larger Catechism, six qualities are given in answer to Question 159, "How is the Word of God to be preached by those that are called thereunto?" One of
Forget None of His Benefits November 15, 2018 The following guest post is by Russell Pulliam, an Indianapolis Star columnist who directs the Pulliam Fellowship summer intern program for the Indianapolis Star [https://www.indystar.com/] and the Arizona Republic [https:
3GT Episode 107: The Pragmatic-Driven Church November 13, 2018 Pragmatics. The church can easily begin to do what works rather than what the Lord commands. The guys discuss the various ways the church can fall into the pragmatics trap, from using goofy
Celebrating a 50th Anniversary! November 12, 2018 Over this past weekend folks near and far gathered together to celebrate the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Lafayette's fiftieth anniversary. They had a lovely dinner and program Saturday evening where the
3GT Episode 106: The Spirit-Filled Church November 06, 2018 What does a really bad cup of coffee and the presence of the Spirit have to do with one another? Nothing. But that's how this episode starts. Fortunately, it gets better!
Candle in the Dark: Robert Copeland on the RPCNA's Anti-Slavery History November 05, 2018 In a class in my congregation, we are blessed to hear currently a series of lectures by Dr. Robert Copeland on our denomination's history in the anti-slavery movement. Bob, a retired
Browse Worthy: Missionary Killed in Cameroon November 01, 2018 Charles Wesco, a husband, father of eight, and a Baptist missionary from Indiana, was tragically killed in Cameroon after having just moved his family there a few weeks ago. He was shot as
3GT Episode 105: Open Mic October 31, 2018 Scott debuts as a host in this episode by opening the mic! But no, the guys are not doing karaoke (though the pastor does quote a hymn). And no, they are not doing
RPTS President York’s Statement on the Pittsburgh Shooting October 29, 2018 Saturday night I returned from an out-of-state ministry trip by flying into the Pittsburgh airport. Shortly before I got on the plane in Atlanta, having been away from the news for a few
3GT Episode 104: Infant Baptism and the Gospel October 23, 2018 These three guys all grew up in churches where infant baptism was a bit of a mystery to them. How can you baptize a baby who has not yet believed in Jesus? Does
Maybe I Need to "Pull a Farel" on Them? October 22, 2018 I recently heard that in our little denomination of a hundred congregations, over 10% of our pulpits do not have preachers. As the president of our denomination's seminary, it makes me
Deacons and Mercy Ministry October 18, 2018 At Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary, we are desirous not only to train gospel ministers and kingdom workers through our degree programs in our primary calling, but also to serve the greater church by
3GT Episode 103: What is Covenant Theology? October 16, 2018 After a conversation on what Reformed means, the guys follow up with a discussion on covenant theology. They answer such questions as: What is a covenant? Where do see covenants in the Bible?
Original Sin Defined and Illustrated October 15, 2018 One of the most difficult doctrines for people, even professing Christians, to accept is that teaching known as original sin. Let me first define it, then demonstrate with three God-given illustrations how clearly
3GT Episode 102: Just What Does Reformed Mean Anyway? October 09, 2018 A listener wrote wanting to know how to give a concise answer to the question, "What does Reformed mean?" He probably asked the wrong guys, for the 3GTers immediately demonstrate the
Tips on Preaching Narratives October 08, 2018 Think of how much of the Bible contains stories. Here is a list of the books of the Bible that are almost exclusively narrative. > Genesis Exodus Numbers Joshua Judges 1&2
3GT Episode 101: Supreme Deliberations October 02, 2018 With the nation fixated on the sexual assault accusation by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford regarding Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, the 3GTers decide to ask the lawyer among them his thoughts. What is
Preacher, Put Your Hand to the Plow October 01, 2018 One of the misconceptions I encounter with beginning preachers is over what is involved with preaching. Many seminarians simply think of preaching is what the pastor does when he goes behind the pulpit
Remember: Good Christology and Pneumatology Lead to Good Ecclesiology! September 26, 2018 I know that is a mouthful. But it is an important mouthful! Let me explain. First, the definitions. Christology is the study of the person and work of Jesus Christ. Pneumatology is the
3GT Episode 100: Hearing Double September 18, 2018 Welcome to the 100th episode of 3GT! The gentlemen have a special surprise for you as they hit triple digits. The twin brother of Kyle, Pastor Michael Borg, rode into Winchester and joins
The Sealing of the Spirit September 17, 2018 The glorious passage of Ephesians 1:3-14 highlights the role of each person in the Triune God in our salvation. Three times the phrase “to the praise of His glory” is used (1:
3GT Episode 99: Shame, Boatloads of Shame September 11, 2018 How are Christians to handle the shame they feel? The Avett Brothers sing, > Shame, boatloads of shame, Day after day, more of the same. Blame, please lift it off, Please take it
Call Sinners to Do the Impossible September 10, 2018 Recently, I was approached by a friend who asked me a question after I had preached. In the message, I had made a gospel call to the congregation. My friend asked, "Can
3GT Episode 98: Hitting the Marks Interview September 04, 2018 With his new book coming out this week, Kyle and Scott interview Barry about Hitting the Marks: Restoring the Essential Identity of the Church [http://http://barryjyork.com]. They ask him such questions
The Westminster Conference: Soundly Preaching the Word of God September 03, 2018 You are invited to attend the annual Westminster Conference sponsored by Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary [http://rpts.edu/] this coming Saturday, September 8. The conference will take place at Memorial Park Church [https: