A letter from Ted Haggard was read to his former congregation this morning. Though sobering, his assumption of full responsibility is an encouragement. A shorter letter from his wife Gayle was also read aloud. To see the letters (and some good discussion) without Adobe Acrobat, go here. … [Read more...] about Ted Haggard’s Letter to New Life Church
Theology
The Imputation of Christ’s Righteousness
One day before J. Gresham Machen died, he sent a note to his friend John Murray saying: "I am so thankful for the active obedience of Christ; no hope without it." Yet it seems this doctrine of the imputation of Christ's active obedience (the idea that Christ's death, in addition to paying for all the sins of His people, also granted them the record of his perfect, lifelong obedience to God the Father) is continually under attack these days from within evangelical theological circles. I am glad to announce--on Reformation Day, no less--that Dr. Brian Vickers has just published the fruit of … [Read more...] about The Imputation of Christ’s Righteousness
Curtis Allen at Bethlehem Baptist Church
You might know that my friend Curtis Allen--known as "Voice"--was in Bethlehem Baptist Church this past weekend. Here's a great video clip of Curtis rapping "Unstoppable" during one of the weekend worship services. … [Read more...] about Curtis Allen at Bethlehem Baptist Church
Review of With One Voice
Justin Taylor posts a guest review of my book With One Voice, written by his friend and colleague, author Lydia Brownback. … [Read more...] about Review of With One Voice
Vineyard church embraces female pastors
Jeff Robinson of CBMW reports. The two-paragraph statement [from the Vineyard leadership] reads: "In response to the message of the kingdom, the leadership of the Vineyard movement will encourage, train, and empower women at all levels of leadership both local and trans-local. The movement as a whole welcomes the participation of women in leadership in all areas of ministry. "We also recognize and understand that some Vineyard pastors have a different understanding of the scriptures. Each local church retains the right to make its own decisions regarding ordination and appointment of senior … [Read more...] about Vineyard church embraces female pastors
A Primer on Indwelling Sin & Total Depravity
Here's a message from John Piper that we all need to hear. Warning: Do not play this video until you are ready to bust a gut laughing. (HT: Mike Busch) … [Read more...] about A Primer on Indwelling Sin & Total Depravity