Monthly Archives: July 2013

SUBSCRIBE NOW!

If you have not joined us in our new site, please do so, and also remember to subscribe to receive our regular updates.

Posted in Uncategorized | 1 Comment

MOVING TO A NEW HOME!

AFTER NINE YEARS, THIS BLOG HAS MOVED TO A NEW HOME! COME AND JOIN US!

Posted in Update | Leave a comment

I Give Thanks

Paul’s letter to the Philippians is filled with thanksgiving. Calvin writes that when Paul refers to things that are joyful he breaks forth in thanksgiving, which, Calvin observes, “is a practice we ought also to be familiar.” Thanksgiving is the … Continue reading

Posted in Random Thoughts, Reflections, Resurrection, Theological Thoughts | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

10 Things to Expect in a Federal Vision Church

I recently read a post by a frustrated woman on the outcome of some decisions made in different PCA Presbyteries. Among many things, this individual observed that she was deeply concerned for the well-being of the people who attend PCA … Continue reading

Posted in Apologetics, Federal Vision, G.K. Chesterton, Kingdom, Resurrection, Rich Lusk, Typology/Symbolism/Biblical Parallels, Van Til, Word/Sacrament | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 15 Comments

Worship is Warfare!

Grace, Mercy, and Peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Worship is warfare! We are royal people fighting the war we were called to fight. But as we look at the opposing army with their … Continue reading

Posted in Word/Sacrament | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Eschatology, Poythress, and the Hallelujah Chorus

I hope to write in the next 18 months a short booklet on eschatology. I have written some papers in the past, but have not been able to provide a general outline, specifically of the postmillennial hope, and its contrast … Continue reading

Posted in Eschatology, Music, N.T. Wright, Psalms, Puritans, Quotes, R.J. Rushdoony, Random Thoughts, Reflections, Reformed Theology, Theological Thoughts, Theonomy | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Prayer on the 4th of July

O ETERNAL God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old; Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus … Continue reading

Posted in Politics, Prayers | Leave a comment

Heavenly Fellowship and the Pursuit of Life, Liberty, and Happiness

Originally posted on Resurrectio et Vita:
This is a great day for these United States. It is a time of joy and celebration. And we hope to bathe ourselves with one of America’s greatest inventions: hot dogs. But beyond all…

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

The Pro-Choice New Chant

First published at Kuyperian. The chant outside Texas Capitol was consistent and unmistakable: “Hail Satan.” As the peaceful pro-life advocates were singing Amazing Grace, a group of loud pro-abortion chanters added their own version (hear video).  I am not saying that every woman who … Continue reading

Posted in Life Issues | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Pronouncement and Process in the Pastoral Call

The pastoral task requires a prophetic and priestly vision. The prophetic dimension comes through proclamation in word. This proclamation fills the ministry of word with grace. Grace is riches in the Bible. So the pastoral proclamation is a form of … Continue reading

Posted in Counseling/Pastoral Issues, Theological Thoughts, Word/Sacrament | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment