3GT Episode 264: Plurality of Pastors? August 16, 2022 With the guys "Kyle-less" once again, the parishioner and professor tackle a subject the solo pastor may not have wanted to discuss. What about congregations having more than one pastor? For
Shepherding through Prayer August 15, 2022 This article appears in the August edition of Tabletalk [https://tabletalkmagazine.com/] magazine. The Apostle Paul was concerned about the church in Ephesus’ being shepherded properly. He labored there, instructed her elders, and
Musings Searching for Immortality August 13, 2022 Man is mortal. One day we will die. Some say it is natural, it comes to us all. Yet something in us rebels against the fact; something buried deep senses that we were
Jesus and the Jews - Part I August 11, 2022 Introduction There is much misunderstanding about the place of Israel in relationship to the Church, and the future God has planned for the nation of the Jews. Interpretation The proper procedure, in settling
worship Reverence and Emotion in Reformed Worship Part 3 August 10, 2022 This is the third in a three-part series on the role of emotion in Reformed worship (part 2 is here [https://gentlereformation.com/2022/06/01/reverence-and-emotion-in-reformed-worship-part-2/] ). In these articles, I argue for
An On-Going Battle August 09, 2022 There was a spot on my family's land where a previous owner had dumped their trash. Over the years, antique bottles in various blue, amber, and white hues would appear after
Preaching Lab: How Hard Should Sermons Be? August 08, 2022 In this video, we consider the topic of preaching. Specifically, we ask, "How hard should sermons be?" What level of difficulty should we aim at? Should we preach below, at, or
"When I'm at White Lake!" August 07, 2022 My wife and I were in white Lake, NY this past week. It is a beautiful area situated in the midst of the picturesque Catskill Mountains near Bethel, NY. Some of you may
Not Now: The Surprising Joy of Waiting on the Lord August 05, 2022 Anyone who has seen the original “Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory” film from the 1970’s undoubtedly remembers the spoiled Veruca Salt who whines in song to her enabling father, "I
3GT Episode 263: Interview with Keddie on The Glory & Fullness of Jesus Christ August 02, 2022 One of 3GT's favorite guests is back! Gordon Keddie joins the guys as he discusses the new release of William McEwen's The Glory and Fullness of Jesus Christ: In
Shepherding with Hospitality August 01, 2022 This article appears in the July edition of Tabletalk [https://tabletalkmagazine.com/] magazine. All Christians are to practice hospitality (Heb. 13:2 [https://www.esv.org/Heb.%2013%3A2/]). But elders are to
civil rights Civil Duties July 30, 2022 Civil discourse has degenerated to the point where opponents shout at each other with megaphones. What are our obligations as Christian citizens in the midst of this?
The season into which Daniel was sent. July 29, 2022 When I’m called upon to bring pulpit supply these days, I will often ask folks in the churches to reflect on the fact that brothers in faith behind the prison walls are
Two Things Are Needful? July 28, 2022 I've been doing a 6-month review over the past week or so - taking a brief time-out to take stock after my half-year across the pond in the East Coast of
Depression "This is Your Brain on Depression. Any Questions?" July 26, 2022 In a landmark study released last week, the "chemical imbalance" view of depression was decisively overturned. What implications does this have for the church?
Are You a Cage-Stage Calvinist? Five Ways to Escape the Bars July 25, 2022 Those who are new to Reformed Theology often learn at a rate that excels some of their friends and peers. Their new love for theology – specifically the doctrines of grace – often causes them
Bible Benjamin B Warfield and the Preservation of Scripture July 19, 2022 The careful reader of the Westminster Confession will notice that the preservation of Scripture is not described as “immediate” as was inspiration. Instead the Confession speaks of God’s “singular care and providence”
Roots? July 19, 2022 There are so many unexpected opportunities to bring a word about Christ to those we meet each day. On my way home from a run (my first in the US - it took
3GT Episode 262: Pastoral Perseverance July 14, 2022 This episode begins with some typical shenanigans. Kyle has to explain that the "Super Spreader" shirt he is wearing is not advertisement for a fertilizing company, but punishment for bringing Covid
suffering My Only Friend Is Darkness July 13, 2022 When the pain is unceasing and the waves keep engulfing you, turn to Psalm 88. It will remind you how Christ turns your death into resurrection and newness of life.
Westminster Confession of Faith The Blessing of the Confession and Catechisms July 12, 2022 If you grew up in a church that taught the Shorter Catechism and studied the Confession of Faith, give thanks to the Lord because that is a blessing. If, like me, you did not grow up in a church that taught the Confession, then take the time to study it now.
The Lowest Rungs July 09, 2022 I was preaching on Jesus cursing the fig-tree recently, and the challenge to bear fruit. In conjunction with Jesus’ parable about a fruitless fig-tree there really is quite a challenge. No one wants
Forgiveness All Things Forgiveness July 09, 2022 Forgiveness is central to the Christian ethic. As a forgiven people the glory of the children of God is to be a forgiving people. But, important as forgiveness is, it's also misunderstood, trivialized, and in the hands of some even weaponized.
The Ten Commandments The Fifth Commandment July 08, 2022 “Honor your father and your mother.” This command was once engraved on the tablets of stone, was exemplified in the life of Jesus, and it is now written on the heart of believers by the ministry of the Holy Spirit and affirmed by Apostolic authority.
abortion Roe, Dobbs & King Jesus July 06, 2022 Several years ago I read Russell Kirk’s The Roots of American Order. Kirk argued, “The the law is revealed to save man from self destruction.”[1]However, by “save” he meant “restrain.
