Theology From Scratch, Dialogue 2 — Truth
John 1:1–3, 14:6 (ESV) In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the […]
The Descent
A Brief Word and Prayer For a season, I’m stepping away from posting here, my website, and across my social media platforms. I don’t have a return date. I’m leaving that in the Lord’s hands rather than setting my own deadline, which is itself part of the point. The prayer below says what I want […]
Marriage and Divorce
Matthew 19: Kingdom Counsel (1) Pray Psalm 22.23.You who fear the LORD, praise Him!All you descendants of Jacob, glorify Him,And fear Him, all you offspring of Israel! Sing Psalm 22.23.Darwall: Rejoice, the Lord is KingAll you who fear the LORD, now praise His holy Name!You children of His glorious Word, declare His fame!We stand in awe […]
What Is the Gospel?
Cowper on Paul on Preaching (10) …yes, woe is me if I do not preach the gospel! 1 Corinthians 9.16 By him the violated law speaks outIts thunders; and by him, in strains as sweetAs angels use, the Gospel whispers peace. (William Cowper, The Task) But what is the Gospel? The Gospel that Paul proclaimed was the same […]
Reason and Revelation (2)
God and Reason (9) One thing I have desired of the LORD,That will I seek:That I may dwell in the house of the LORDAll the days of my life,To behold the beauty of the LORD,And to inquire in His temple. Psalm 27.4 MeditationDaily and comprehensive reading of Scripture is the starting point for using your reason […]