From the monthly archives:

February 2008

Check out: Pastoral Theology

February 19, 2008

It’s all in my sidebar, but I thought I would encourage you to take note of these links relating to pastoral theology. Check out: Matt Chandler, pastor of the Village Church in Dallas, on preaching. Mark Batterson on Altars to God vs Monuments to Self. Sovereign Grace’s new podcast (via JT).

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Comments on hold

February 14, 2008

I am getting a ton of spam in the comments. While some of my readers may be in need of the drugs and enhancements advertised, that’s not my problem. Comments will have to be approved before appearing for the time being.

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Theology for the heart, not entertainment

February 13, 2008

That theology is neglected is easy enough to establish. But that it is abused by those who claim to love it is perhaps a more necessary point to make in my circles. All who love theology, please take note: [Theology] ought not to be laid on the shelf, as an object of speculation; but it [...]

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The proper attitude in theological study

February 13, 2008

James P. Boyce wrote that all who engage in theological study should do so with the proper “spirit.” 1. With reverence for truth, and especially for the truth taught in the Word of God. 2. With earnest prayer for Divine help. 3. With careful searching of heart against prejudice. 4. With timidity, as to the [...]

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Politics and the Christian

February 10, 2008

There are two principles that I believe should govern our thoughts of and engagement in politics: 1) love for God and neighbor, and 2) the glory of God and the gospel. The first principle is what compels us to thoughtfully engage in politics. Jesus said, You shall love the Lord your God with all your [...]

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