What Happened at RPCNA Synod 2023? June 24, 2023 The Psalmist says, “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him (Ps.
Transgenderism and Kids June 20, 2023 Last week at the Presbyterian Church in America's General Assembly, I had the privilege of meeting Mary Weller, the Project Coordinator and Public Relations Manager of truthXchange. She shared the resource
Parenting The Key to Utopia June 16, 2023 If you were able to put one law on the statute books that would transform society if everyone obeyed it, what law would you choose?
The Joy of June June 13, 2023 June can be a hard month for many of us. The world shoves abomination into our face. Many of us avoid certain stores and venues so as not to have to deal with
Tribute to Pastor Gordon Keddie June 12, 2023 The following tribute was written as an RPCNA Synod Memorial by Dr. David G. Whitla, RPTS Professor of Church History, in remembrance of his mentor, co-pastor, and friend. Gordon James Keddie was born
Death Death is not for fun June 10, 2023 Recently I came across Scottish funeral directors who provide customised coffins. Not your standard oak or pine, or even eco-friendly wicker or sea-grass coffins—although they do all of those too—instead these
happiness Anna Karenina, David, & Happiness June 08, 2023 I have nearly finished reading Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy and I think that it should be read by every seminarian. Why? Because Tolstoy, like many older authors, made human nature a lifelong
3GT Episode 288: The Character of a True Theologian June 06, 2023 The guys open up this episode reflecting on the recent passing of some prominent pastors, such as Gordon Keddie, Tim Keller, and Harry Reeder. These ministers were not only pastors but theologians and
encouragement Unfolding a Letter of Encouragement June 02, 2023 This world isn’t substantial — it’s fleeting and transient like a wisp of smoke. And he’s encouraging us to live for a much more substantive and concrete reality than all the comforts, happiness, and pleasures of life can offer.
They shall be as though I had not cast them aside. May 31, 2023 If you were to seek to summarize Scripture’s long story in but a few words, I believe you would find that exile and restoration would be central to its theme and message.
Theoretical-Practical Memorial Day May 29, 2023 Here are some thoughts on Memorial Day that I sent to my congregation this morning: Memorial Day became popular after the First World War (it started after the Civil War) as graves of
comfort Incomparable Comfort May 24, 2023 The only – the only – thing that can satisfy the soul in these sorrows is the faithful promise of God to undo these calamities into the perfection of His joy.
Fear Fear is a Function of Worship May 23, 2023 The concept "what we fear is what we worship" is a foundational reality. But what does that even mean?
Who is Michael in Revelation? May 22, 2023 I am currently preaching an expository sermon series through the entire book of Revelation. This has proven to be an enormously rewarding task, not only for my congregation but also for me. Our
heaven Jesus can’t wait to see you either, Tim May 19, 2023 It’s not unusual for us to think of the believer’s desire to be with Jesus. But how often do we think of Jesus’ desire for us to be with him?
3GT Episode 287: We Don't Need No Education? May 18, 2023 Pink-Floyd protested, with deliberate grammatical incongruity, against bad school systems. As they said, we don't need just another brick in the wall. But what should the education of our children look
discouragement Serving God in Unglamorous Places May 16, 2023 Lentil fields need defended because God's people need fed. And because once you lose them to the Philistines, it's very hard to get them back again.
Leading with Bold Humility May 15, 2023 This article originally appeared on Ligonier's website. “Sons of Thunder.” Surely any Reformed pastor or elder would love to belong to the club with that name bestowed on them for their
humility Seeing Jesus in an Unexpected Place May 10, 2023 You cannot pronounce her name. Our friends and family simply call her “Ba” which means “Ma’am.” No one knows her birthday; her mother died before she was two years old. She has
3GT Episode 286: Navigating the Transgender Minefield May 09, 2023 Thankfully, all three guys are back behind their mics for this episode! After catching up with one another, they jump right into the topic of the day. The transgender movement. What are Christians
Polity Matters (Part 2) May 09, 2023 Being almost 7 foot tall and 350 pounds, I live as part of the 1%. I walk the earth as a giant. This gives me a unique perspective on how life is to
Church Planting The Day of Small Things May 05, 2023 Convinced I had good reasons, I told my dear friend Rhett Dodson that I was not interested in planting a church. I’ve been thinking about that conversation this past week as May
Creation Sabbath Sensible Sabbath-Keeping May 04, 2023 I spent yesterday evening, on the recommendation of Carl Trueman, reading a delightful little book on Natural Law, by David Haines and Andrew Fulford. Before I begin, I have two confessions to make:
The Confession & Hard Providences May 03, 2023 I can imagine the widow of Nain walking beside the casket of her son, her only son. Her support now gone, she trembles from the aching loss and the fear of insecurity. Or
3GT Episode 285: The Necessity of Church Membership May 03, 2023 Finally, the guys are back in the recording studio! Well, at least two of them are. After their usual banter, they get down to the task at hand as they discuss the necessity
