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Preterism Exposed: the Heresy of Hymenaeus

June 10, 2024

I hope to present a polemic against what is called Full Preterism. Let me begin with some definitions. Polemics are that part of theology that deals with controversy and false doctrine as the

Nathan Eshelman Nathan Eshelman

Diaconal Rescue

June 10, 2024

Those who know me pretty well know I have a unique neighbor. I even wrote about Gail, a widower, here a few years ago (see Being Schooled on Being a Neighbor). In recent

Barry York Barry York

The Ecumenical Psalter

June 06, 2024

The 1650 Psalms of David in Metre may be was--and maybe still is--the most ecumenical Psalter ever published in Christendom. The 1650 Psalter was a revision of the Psalter approved at the Westminster

Nathan Eshelman Nathan Eshelman

3GT Episode 313: Disagreements in the Church

June 05, 2024

The boys start off talking about the pleasantry of mowing their lawns, which has nothing to do with this episode but is a continuation from the last one! Kyle gets the guys on

Gentle Reformation Gentle Reformation
Death

Facing Death with Fear and Faith

June 05, 2024

Fear of death? Jonah's story shows hope emerges even in despair. Faith & Jesus' sacrifice conquer death's grip. #faith #hope #religion

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider
unbroken

Not Unbroken

June 04, 2024

“Unbroken” is a powerful movie about the amazing fortitude of the human spirit under vicious and relentless abuse. The book by the same title continues where the movie ends, recounting the struggles Mr. Zamperini had when the war ended and he returned to his home in California.

Kit Swartz
presbyterianism

Ministering in Jesus' Name

May 31, 2024

The courts gather to discern the mind of Christ as it’s revealed by the Holy Spirit in the Word of God — they gather to minister in Jesus’ name.

Kyle Borg Kyle Borg
Masculinity

A Word to Young Men

May 30, 2024

Perhaps why this is particularly urged for younger men is that it’s a rare grace to be found in them. The young are often marked by carelessness, thoughtlessness, and a lack of control. But in Jesus Christ this is the ideal young men are to strive after in the strength of the Holy Spirit.

Kyle Borg Kyle Borg
Evangelism

Imperfect Vessels: God’s Glorious Plan to Use Us All

May 29, 2024

God uses imperfect people to spread His message. You don’t need to be perfect to share the gospel—focus on the message, not your flaws.

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider

The Canons of Dort

May 29, 2024

The Canons of Dort were approved at the Synod of Dort 405 years ago today (May 29, 1619). The Synod was a multi-national synod of reformed churches that was called to answer objections

Nathan Eshelman Nathan Eshelman
Memorial Day

Remember

May 28, 2024

What does it mean to “remember”?  It is more than a mere thought or even a lengthy meditation.  Remembering is a purposeful bringing to mind in order to take relevant action.

Kit Swartz
preaching

Preaching Law and Gospel

May 24, 2024

He responded by saying: “That’s a very fair observation.” He went on to admit that he’d rather tell people what Christ did for them than tell them what they need to do for Christ.

Kyle Borg Kyle Borg
God’s sovereignty

Finding Freedom in God’s Providence

May 22, 2024

Discover the freedom in trusting God’s providence. Learn how Scripture guides us in decision-making.

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider

3GT Episode 312: Encountering the Christian Slog

May 22, 2024

As the three guys return to the studio, the prof has just mowed his lawn. He explains to the pastor and parishioner some trouble he had with his new riding lawn mower, which

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original sin

Adam Poisoned Me

May 21, 2024

A few years ago, the BBC interviewed Toronto artist Gillian Genser. The headline was: ‘How a sculptor’s artwork slowly poisoned her’. Genser was experiencing headaches, vomiting, hearing loss, confusion and suicidal thoughts.

Stephen Steele Stephen Steele
Name

Only One Knows My Name

May 18, 2024

She could not remember her name. That bothered her sometimes. She knew that she had been named, that she had been loved. She remembered the caresses of her mother, the murmuring of her voice.

Vanessa Le Vanessa Le

Dealing with Debaters

May 17, 2024

Have you ever tried to share the gospel with someone and they keep bringing up one objection after another? How did you respond? Did you patiently try to answer each argument? Did it

Warren Peel Warren Peel
adhd

God Did Not Make a Mistake When He Made You

May 15, 2024

Finding comfort in faith and doctor's reassurance that God didn't err in creating us. We get to embrace both challenges and grace.

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider
local church

The Local Church Is Critical For Your Faith

May 14, 2024

For our whole married life I was employed in a church until May 2023. Thus there was never a discussion about which church we would attend. Only the occasional decision about where to

Kyle E. Sims Kyle E. Sims

Bad Therapy: Why The Kids Aren’t Growing Up

May 08, 2024

Some of you need to fire your child’s therapist right away. Some of you need to figure out what interactions your school psychologist, counselors, and paraprofessionals are having with your children. With.

Nathan Eshelman Nathan Eshelman
faithful friends

Names, Names, Names

May 08, 2024

Exploring why we forget names, suggesting it reflects our depth of care, with a biblical perspective on the importance of remembering them.

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider
love neighbor

A Good Neighbor

May 07, 2024

Christians are not just another special interest group that makes demands of our community and culture.  We are here to serve, not be served.  And we serve by being good neighbors. As a good neighbor, we must be there.

Kit Swartz

3GT Episode 311: Sending into Ministry

May 03, 2024

The boys are back! Yes, indeed, all three guys show up for this episode. After some banter that involves Scott and Kyle referencing old movies once again and making fun of Barry’s

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Better to be Faithful than Famous

May 03, 2024

Recently, I finished reading a re-publication of a ministerial biography from 1860 entitled, “The Pastor of Kilsyth: The Life and Times of the Rev. W.H. Burns D.D.” (Banner of Truth) Written

Lee Hutchings Lee Hutchings
faithful friends

Grieving the Death of Friendship

May 01, 2024

We greive the decline of friendship in modern society due to eroticism, rugged individualism, and lack of time. We advocate for its resurrection.

Bryan Schneider Bryan Schneider
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