3GT Episode 11: Enter the Matrix February 18, 2016 [https://gentlereformation.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/3GT-logo8.jpeg]After a brief follow up on Satan's offering Christ the kingdoms of this world, the guys go philosophical, asking whether
Church growth Beware the Black Hole of Time February 16, 2016 I’m not thinking about the people who get their keys out during the last song and scurry away immediately after the benediction (or maybe during!). Nor am I thinking about those individuals
Black History Month A Father's Thoughts on the Purdue Situation February 15, 2016 Having a daughter attending Purdue University, I was concerned to read the news headlines and Facebook feeds about a controversial incident that took place this past week. To the best of my understanding,
Current Events Our Judge Is Jesus Christ February 13, 2016 Since the earliest centuries the Christian church, in accord with the teaching of Scripture, has confessed with united voice: “He will come to judge the living and the dead.” But what good is
Audio Sermons To Listen or Not To Listen: Audio Sermons February 11, 2016 We live in a day of instant access. Digital media has made most things available to us with a single click. This, of course, has brought untold benefits. We have more opportunities and
How should Christians Grieve? 3GT Short: On Grieving February 08, 2016 With hearts still raw from a number of unexpected deaths, we gather together to briefly discuss the role and place of grieving. https://threeguystheologizing.files.wordpress.com/2016/02/3gt-short-11.mp3
infant baptism Stepping Stones to Covenant Baptism February 08, 2016 Last night we watched from western Pennsylvania via Skype as our grandson, Max Mann, was baptized way out in Manhattan, Kansas. Though we wish we could have actually been there to be with
The Means of Grace More than a Conclusion (The Means of Grace #3) February 06, 2016 What is the high point of worship? The preaching of the word? The singing? What if there is an even higher pinnacle—a moment where God speaks, not so much to tell us
For Beauty and Glory February 05, 2016 Why do I love the way that Vermeer painted yellow? Can I describe the joy produced by concentric circles on an Art Deco water pitcher? What attracts people to spend thousands of dollars
biography Though Dead He Still Speaks--C.H.S February 04, 2016 Hanging on my wall just to the left of my desk is a small framed sheet of paper. The fragile paper is the palette upon which in faded purple ink are scribbled the
Browse Worthy: In the Trenches of the Cultural War February 04, 2016 Ashers’ Daniel McArthur Speaks Outside Court A bakery in Northern Ireland owned by a Christian family has been sued by homosexuals for refusing to bake a cake with Bert & Ernie on it
Children at the Lord's Table? Children at the Lord's Table? February 01, 2016 Frequently I am asked by seminary students or pastors about the question of children and the Lord's Supper. Several years ago, after some members asked questions about the teaching dubbed “paedocommunion”
faith A Matter of Inches January 28, 2016 Last spring I was working at home when I received a call from a number that I did not recognize. I let it go to voice mail. The same number called again so
Satan's Awful Idea (Free PDF Book Version) January 26, 2016 Forgive my shameless plug, but I'd like to make my book (in PDF form) available for free [https://s3.amazonaws.com/genref-podcast/Satans-Awful-Idea.pdf]. For those who would
3GT Episode 10: Boldly Ordinary January 25, 2016 Two main topics in this episode. In the first segment, we ask whether Satan, when he offered the kingdoms of the world to Christ, could in fact do just that- offer the kingdoms.
Evangelism Harvest Eyes January 25, 2016 I grew up surrounded by the cornfields of Minnesota and now I live encompassed by the ones in Kansas. Truth be told, they're my favorite landscape. I know some people prefer
E.M. Bounds Prayer Societies January 25, 2016 Encouraging God's people to pray is one of the pastor's most trying jobs. Three reasons exist for why this is so. First, pastors often approach this difficulty mechanically. We
The Means of Grace More than a Sermon (The Means of Grace #2) January 23, 2016 Have you thought any of these coming to church? * I can’t wait to hear what the sermon is on today * I’m really enjoying this series on ………… * I hope the minister is
Lord, Save Us From Some of These Christian Politicians January 22, 2016 It makes me so sad to see Evangelicals heaping praise upon Donald Trump and abusing the Bible to do so. “You will know them by their fruits” (Matthew 7) has to be one
Cotton Mather Seeking His Spirit January 21, 2016 Lately I have been reflecting on the prophets' visions of revival. Many of the wondrous things they see in the days of Christ and promises they extend have to do with fuller
A Prayer For Sanctity of Life Sunday January 19, 2016 The saints at McIlwain Presbyterian Church confessed this prayer publicly this past Lord's Day. I would like to leave it here for your consideration as well. Pastor: O Lord our God:
Monday Mourning Musings January 18, 2016 No, the title is not a typo. It's just what I'm doing today as I still am reeling over the loss of Dave. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our modern tendency regarding death is
friendship The Friendship Test January 13, 2016 Is your loyalty as a friend being put to the test? It might be, publicly, and you might have no idea it’s happening. It could be happening right now as you read
Three Guys Theologizing 3GT Episode 9: Trump Card January 11, 2016 Not going to lie. We haven't been very consistent with our release schedule. But as with all New Year's resolutions, we're ready to commit ourselves afresh to
Preparing for Our Heavenly Union with God January 11, 2016 In his beautiful tribute yesterday, James shared the news that a dear friend to a number of us at Gentle Reformation, Pastor David Long, passed into glory on Saturday evening. When I received
