narcissism Let the Feminist Mock: Find Your Worth in Christ December 04, 2024 Discover how to combat narcissism and body dysmorphia with biblical truths. Embrace your imperishable worth, beauty, and identity in Christ with insights from 1 Peter.
Confessionalism Confessional Subscription in the RPCNA December 02, 2024 Admittedly, system subscription comes with complexities and likely with inconsistencies, and a measure of danger. There are wrinkles that have not been ironed out and may never be.
The Strength of Gentleness December 02, 2024 The following is a guest post from, Zachary Groff, the pastor of Antioch Presbyterian Church in Woodruff, South Carolina. For a fuller article by Pastor Groff on this subject, see Great Men of
3GT Episode 322: Worshiptainment with Matthew Everhard November 28, 2024 On this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, a doctor is in the house! Yes, Dr. Matthew Everhard, Pastor of Gospel Fellowship PCA and RPTS Adjunct Professor, joins the guys once again and offers
Further Tribute to Denny Prutow November 27, 2024 Dr. Richard Holdeman is the Senior Pastor of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of Bloomington, IN. Rich is a former contributing author to Gentle Reformation and served on the Board of Trustees of Reformed
prayer Thanksgiving when thanks is hard November 27, 2024 How to rejoice, pray, and give thanks in every circumstance. Find hope, strength, and peace by embracing God’s will, even in life’s toughest challenges.
thanksgiving Abundant Thanksgiving November 26, 2024 Thanksgiving is a frustrating time of year for gardeners. The vegetables are long gone except for some root crops that can endure early frosts. Kale, of course, is so nasty that the frost
devotional Redeemed for Joy November 20, 2024 A devotional reflection on Christ’s sacrifice, redemption from sin, and the joy of abiding in God’s grace. Reflect on His rescue, healing, and the fullness of joy found in His presence.
Christ in the Psalms The Bishop's Predictions November 19, 2024 Without an intense conviction in the hearts of God's children that Christ is in the Psalter, that it is in sympathy with His Passion and His Glory, its words would, after a brief season of deference to ancient custom, be almost unheard in our Churches and Cathedrals.
RPTS Tribute to Dr. Dennis “Denny” Prutow November 18, 2024 The Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary Board, Faculty, and Administration mourn the loss of Dr. Dennis “Denny” Prutow, our Professor of Homiletics & Pastoral Theology Emeritus and former Dean of Faculty. Surrounded by his
sacrifice When God Does Not Need Our Service November 16, 2024 Have you ever felt that you are not serving God to your full capacity? Perhaps you’re marking time at a job that does not use your full potential. Perhaps you just lost
3GT Episode 321: Does God Judge Nations? November 14, 2024 The guys establish the fact that the pastor would not record weekly without listeners, the parishioner would be glad to talk without even recording, and the professor is just happy to be here.
Mediatorial Kingship Under One Crown: The Church, the State, and Christ’s Mediatorial Rule November 13, 2024 Discover Christ’s mediatorial rule over church and state through seven historical models, exploring their distinct roles under His authority from Rome to the Reformation and beyond.
Paedocommunion To Commune or Not Commune: A Few Thoughts on Paedocommunion November 12, 2024 The table of the Lord has a cherished place in the church because it bears his name — it’s the Lord’s Table. As King and Head of the Church he determines who may come and in what manner they may come.
The Importance of Remembering November 12, 2024 “...when I remember you upon my bed, and meditate on you in the watches of the night; for you have been my help, and in the shadow of your wings I will sing
A-preachin' and a-teachin' and a-bloggin' and a-podcastin' and... November 11, 2024 Lately, I’ve heard a good number of jokes about podcasts. Here's one. When women talk about others, it’s called gossip, but when men do it, it’s called a
Creation Unveiling God's Plan in Christ: The Mystery of Faith Explained November 06, 2024 An exploration of how God's hidden plan from Genesis to the New Testament is unveiled in Christ, fulfilling prophecies and revealing the mystery of faith as He redeems and renews the world through His sovereign love.
purity Sanctification and Sexual Purity: God's Will for Your Life October 30, 2024 Biblical view on sexual purity: God’s will calls Christians to holiness, abstaining from immorality, and guarding the mind. Practical steps for honoring God with body and spirit in today’s culture.
3GT Episode 320: Take One (Anothers) Daily October 23, 2024 With Scott leading the way, the guys devote this episode to the "one anothers" of Scripture. They first demonstrate how to apply the more negative ones, such as provoking one another.
Women Deacons WOMEN AND THE DEACON'S OFFICE October 23, 2024 In 1888, the RPCNA affirmed women’s ordination to the office of deacon, emphasizing scriptural support and historical precedent while addressing concerns raised by dissenters.
Pastoral Search: Ancient Help October 22, 2024 Is your congregation looking for a new pastor? It is a grueling process for some congregations. Pastors, students, and congregations alike find the process to be less than ideal. Here's one
associate pastors Bits & Pieces 1 October 22, 2024 Thoughts on Associate Pastors The pattern of pairs in pastoral ministry sets a model for this. Sometimes the pairing is mentor and intern (e.g., Moses & Joshua, Paul & Timothy) but also
Tribute to Pastor Ken Smith October 21, 2024 I had heard from his son that it was coming a day or two prior. Yet the news of Ken Smith passing into glory on Friday, October 11, stilled me. I know for
A Good Death? October 18, 2024 No doubt many who campaign for the right to assisted suicide are doing so for the best of intentions, out of care and compassion for the dying. But a law of this magnitude will have all kinds of harmful unintended consequences
holiness Pierced Ears: Fashion or Faith? October 16, 2024 This article explores the biblical arguments for and against ear piercings, examining motives, cultural influence, and Christian liberty, while encouraging thoughtful, heart-driven decision-making.