3GT 3GT Episode 195: Keys to Hospitality September 11, 2020 This episode begins with the (strange) discussion of just how delightful our parishioner is. But the guys quickly get back on track to the topic at hand, which is the importance of hospitality.
culture Mandates, Meaningful Ministry, and Martyr Complexes September 10, 2020 When we pull the spiritual fire alarm every time the ideological temperature goes up in our culture, we lose the ability to recognize and respond biblically to the true emergencies.
Daniel He Knows What Is In The Darkness September 08, 2020 Christians, know that your Father is here. He knows what is in the darkness of this world. The Lord knows the schemes of the devil and this world. He knows the plans of every man. He knows all of it, and He is with you.
seeking the lost Seeking the Lost September 07, 2020 A few weeks ago, we returned home after a wonderful family vacation in Michigan. A week filled with sunny days, afternoons at the beach, and hearty family meals at night had us rested
Grief Blessed Are Those Who Mourn - Applications for Lacrimations September 05, 2020 These are just some brief thoughts about how to read and use the often-neglected book of Lamentations with pastoral profit. Introduction How valuable this book is - in this world of tears it
Glory of God Quadruple Glory September 04, 2020 The Christian life is a life from glory to glory. Many of us may not see that right now. As we look around the state of the church—especially in the light of
Scripture Landing & Standing September 03, 2020 At our home, we have enjoyed feeding birds over the years. Many a Lord’s Day, we eat our lunch while birds of many varieties feast on the seed we have provided. The
Lament Formed by Lament September 02, 2020 (This is a guest post from our friend Laura Cerbus.) “Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord; Lord, hear my voice. Let your ears be attentive to my cry for mercy.
preaching The Use of the Imperative in Jesus' Preaching August 31, 2020 As a homiletics professor, I think about preaching a great deal. But recently I have even more so. This month I taught an intensive Doctor of Ministry class on preaching. I am preparing
Providence Building Our House on the Rock August 29, 2020 Fifteen years after buying a house we couldn't afford, God has used the challenges of our house to reveal His providence and to grow us in our reliance on Him.
Sound Medicine Purveyors of False Hope August 27, 2020 Beware the peddlers of false hopes. They prey on the vulnerable, often using the opportunity of a medical crisis to extract significant amounts of money from unsuspecting and desperate people.
3GT 3GT Episode 194: R-Rated Passages? August 25, 2020 As a boy, our parishioner used to look up certain Bible passages in church and titter over them. You know, texts such as Deuteronomy 23:12-14, 1 Kings 14:10, or about anywhere
preaching Exegeting the Congregation in Preaching August 24, 2020 Preachers should recognize the importance of exegesis, of carefully studying a text of Scripture in order to interpret its true meaning. For the preacher is to present himself "approved to God as
Public Worship How to Thrive as a Christian August 22, 2020 How can we most glorify God on the earth? What is the best antidote to backsliding and apostasy? What is the closest experience to heaven we can get in this world?
3GT 3GT Episode 193: A Holy Miscellany August 18, 2020 Okay - 3GT took that title from a Baptist preacher. But it works, so on we go! In this episode, after they discuss how unique a parishioner they have on their hands, the
Tabletalk Contending Discourse August 17, 2020 The following article appeared in the August 2020 issue of Tabletalk magazine, as I was asked to write an article on this subject based on the book of Jude. Use this link [https:
Distance Education Apostolic Authority & Online Learning August 13, 2020 As more and more schools this academic year will use a digital platform, and online learning is here to stay, let us consider the theological legitimacy of conducting school via distance.
3GT 3GT Episode 192: Prophetic Preaching August 11, 2020 After the boys banter a bit, they get down to the subject at hand. The parishioner wants the preacher and preaching teacher to tell him what prophetic preaching is. They begin by telling
reformed Reformed or Forged Catholicity? August 11, 2020 A Reformed Catholic was written by William Perkins in 1597, showing the the “places where the reformed religion agrees with and differs from the Roman religion.” Perkins sought to give a "declaration
heart Keep Your Heart August 11, 2020 Introspection is not pleasant for man. It is much easier for us to look outward and point to the issues in other's lives. Jesus addresses this when he says that we
worship The Horizontal in Worship August 10, 2020 The following article originally appeared on the Tabletalk web magazine. Use this link [https://tabletalkmagazine.com/posts/the-horizontal-in-worship-2020-06/] to access the article. When the minister calls you to worship on any given Lord’
Preparing for Public Worship Praying for Preaching August 08, 2020 Turning Psalm 119:33-40 into prayer is a good way to get ready to preach, prepare, or proceed with reading the Word. These 5th portion petitions humbly cry for help: Lord, please take
Trials Fiery Foundation August 06, 2020 > Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that
3GT 3GT Episode 191: Behind the Curtain August 04, 2020 In the middle of summer, with all its Covid craziness, the guys decide to relax a bit, let their hair down (at least two of them), and give listeners a peek behind the
love Then You, My Love August 03, 2020 I re-post this poem for Miriam on our 35th anniversary today. It originally appeared on Gentle Reformation on our 3oth anniversary. I hold to the sentiments expressed even more today. If love must
