The Love Chapter Reimagined March 21, 2024 Though I speak with the tongues of the Authorized Version and the Puritans, but have not love, I have become evangelical pop-worship or a church drum solo. And though I own the
EROS DEFILES Behold what manner of love? March 21, 2024 Recently, and somewhat worryingly, at a major Christian Conference, John Piper described love for Christ as more than obedience - he even ventured the term erotic, before, seemingly, correcting his "overstatement". Perhaps,
faith The Rainbow of Grace March 20, 2024 Exploring the risks of taking grace for granted. A call for vigilance against complacency in faith and life. Inspired by rainbows.
kingdom When God blesses others and not us March 19, 2024 How do you react when God blesses others and not you? When a neighbouring church sees conversions and yours doesn't?
Dear Bride and Groom: A Look to Grace for Newlyweds March 16, 2024 Dear Bride and Groom, You have married the wrong person. Although in many ways you will fit together like a hand in a glove, you are more different than you think. Satan detests
How can we sing the Lord’s songs in Babylon? March 15, 2024 Can you picture the scene? A group of Jewish exiles have gathered for their daily catch-up by the banks of the Euphrates river at the end of another working day. Everywhere they
King Jesus The Crown of Thorns March 13, 2024 In His crown of thorns, Jesus embodies true kingship—turning mockery into a profound testament of sacrificial love. #KingJesus
The Sentencing March 12, 2024 As I shared last month (see here), the man who shot my son-in-law, Tommy Mangan, an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer, was found guilty of all nine counts against him. Two
Theoretical or Practical Knowledge? March 11, 2024 J. Gresham Machen, in his classic, Christianity and Liberalism, makes a helpful distinction related to the difference between theoretical and practical knowledge. He says: "Certainly no part of Jesus's knowledge
Why All The Grief - The Practical Use of Laments March 07, 2024 This little piece is just me thinking out loud - with time at a premium this week, I'm going to leave you to do some of the work yourself, and fill in
apologetics Facing our Failures March 06, 2024 Peter's denial in Mark teaches us about facing failures in faith amidst societal pressures. Embrace humility, rely on God, know the Gospel, live out your faith with love and meekness, and seek community support.
Marriage Divorce March 05, 2024 Our concern for our churches and communities should not focus on just one departure from the original splendor. It is in the whole that beauty is perfected. Still, the beauty of marriage requires our particular attention in these times.
Reproductive Technologies - IVF Sweet Home Alabama? February 29, 2024 Court Rules I must confess my surprise at the epidemic outbreak of panic and hysteria in the media and politics over a recent Alabama IVF-ruling on Feb 16. I was encouraged to
3GT Episode 307: Delighting in the Lord on His Day February 29, 2024 On this episode, the guys take up a topic submitted by a listener. However, before they do, the listener asks Kyle a question regarding BeReal. He acts as if this French app is
sacrifice Silence, Sacrifice, and Sovereignty February 28, 2024 In Mark 15, Jesus faces an unjust trial before Pilate, silent in the face of envy. The mob rules. Despite this, Jesus willingly embraces the cross, fulfilling God's plan for redemption and inviting us to follow His example of humility, sacrifice, and trust in God's ultimate justice.
Bully Pew: the Problem of Spiritual Pewbuse in the Church February 27, 2024 If you stumbled into a rabbit hole you may find several things that intrigue you. There may be keys and playing cards or caterpillars—and maybe even a rabbit. But just because you
God's Love When Will I Be Loved? February 27, 2024 Everyone wants to be loved. This is an important truth for every community because, if someone is not loved, they find it difficult to love. You can’t give what you’ve never received. Just as surely as most abusers have been abused, so also those who love have been loved.
Ezekiel's Wife February 21, 2024 There is one story in the whole Bible that I still find staggering. It’s the story of the death of Ezekiel’s wife (Ezekiel 24:15-27). One day the prophet woke
3GT Episode 306: Presbyterian Pastor-Making Ingredients February 20, 2024 After conferring upon Barry another title and hearing what a good time he and Scott had together over the weekend, Kyle brings up another topic that shows the 3GTers are about all things
Church Britain's Loneliest Sheep February 20, 2024 If we see a sheep on its own, we know something is wrong. We should look with similar concern on someone who claims to be one of Christ’s sheep, and yet shuns involvement in Christ's church.
The Verdict February 19, 2024 As many of our followers on Gentle Reformation will know, two years ago this month our son-in-law, Tommy, was shot in the line of duty in his third week on the
It is God's Way: The Last Words of William McKinley February 18, 2024 On Presidents' Day, history recalls many chief executives who made an indelible mark on the United States and the world. Men like Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, the Roosevelts, John F. Kennedy, and
love A Greater Love February 13, 2024 Love is one of the most ambiguous words in the English language. Consider the different ways we use the word love. I love ice cream. I love my wife. I love the Lord.
Episode 305: A Miscellany of Topics February 13, 2024 For a funny reason, the guys get introduced as characters from Back to the Future such as Biff and Marty McFly, which is about the only theme that ties this episode together. For
FOMO—don’t aim too low February 10, 2024 A couple of weeks ago I was at the Donegal Sports Star awards—yes me, at my age! Our open water swimming group had been nominated for the team award. There we were
