“The theology that matters is not the theology we profess but the theology we practice.” So says Tim Chester and Steve Timmis in their book, Total Church. While professing right doctrine is important, I understand and affirm the sentiment in this quote. The principle behind this quote is quite simple. Our stated beliefs held against [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Church’
June 17, 2009
Gospel Centered Parenting
Who do you think has the most God-given authority and responsibility to teach and train children to love and treasure Jesus above all things? Many of you will think this is a simple question. Most Christians would agree that parents are, or at least should be, the primary disciplers of their children; however, in practice [...]
May 13, 2009
Why I Use the ESV
I’ve used the ESV (English Standard Version) for about five years. If ever asked which translation I recommend, I always refer people to the ESV. It is a reliable, essentially literal translation, and extraordinarily readable translation stemming from the King James translation line. You can watch this video to find out more. Also, you should definitely buy [...]
March 17, 2009
Christ-Centered Preaching
I’m reading Christ-Centered Preaching: Redeeming the Expository Sermon by Bryan Chapell. Here are two great quotes I read yesterday, one on a pastor’s prayer/intimacy with Christ and the other on preaching Christ from ALL of Scripture.
Public ministry true to God’s purposes requires devoted private prayer. We should not expect our words to acquaint others with the [...]
February 19, 2009
Interview with Mark Driscoll
I have many heros of the faith. Men such as John Piper, C.J. Mahaney, Tim Keller, Billy Graham, Danny Akin, and Jerry Bridges have impacted my life greatly through their preaching and writing ministries. Another man I admire is Mark Driscoll. There has been much recent debate about Driscoll in my demonimation. To that end, [...]
