Author Archives: RC

Once Not a People: Balancing Our Gracious Heritage

The RC Sproul Jr. Principle of Hermeneutics is a simple truth, and a deep passion of mine. You remember it. Whenever someone in the Bible does something really stupid, do not say, “How can they be so stupid?” Instead say … Continue reading →

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What is a liturgy? A Legacy and a Ragamuffin Man

Liturgy is one of those words that manages to be both vague, but also, sometimes, the perfect word. Liturgy simply means a tool of remembrance, grounded in beauty. Such tools can include the yearly flow of God’s feasts established for … Continue reading →

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Death, Life, the Known, the Unknown and the Knower

Because we believe it is our due, we’re confident that even the darkest clouds have silver linings. When someone dies in old age, we rejoice that he had a long, full life. On the other hand, when someone goes suddenly, … Continue reading →

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What’s It All About Alfie? Tell Us the Telos

Christian apologists have made a great deal of hay out of the “is to ought” problem the atheist has. Any naturalist view of reality, that suggests that all that exists is matter and energy erases any foundation for ethics. “Ought” … Continue reading →

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Constitutional Niceties; Irresistible Grace and More

My advice? Give a listen to this week’s podcast. I think you’ll enjoy it and benefit from it. Check it out and let me know. This week’s Jesus Changes Everything Podcast

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Praying for Reformation; Reforming Our Prayers

Praying for something happens when two circumstances are met. First, we the ones praying must recognize that what we want is a good thing. No one prays to lose their job or to need a new heat pump. Second, we … Continue reading →

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Final Study- Parables: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Tonight we conclude our study exploring the parables of Jesus. Last week we considered the Prodigal Son. We serve dinner at 6:15, and begin the study at 7:00. We also livestream on Facebook Live, on the account I share with … Continue reading →

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Is “color-blindness” the right response to racism?

No, and yes. Racism is, and will be, until Christ’s return a peculiarly ugly manifestation of the sin that remains within us. It is grounded in a pride that is as loathsome as it is ridiculous. Imagine taking pride in … Continue reading →

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The Philosophy of Philosophy: Love It or Hate It

Teaching philosophy is in my blood. I don’t just know how to do it, but I love doing it. Most of the classes I’ve taught over the years have consisted of people not planning to become professional philosophers. There aren’t … Continue reading →

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What It Means to Be a Christian III; Selling Outrage & More

I conclude my conversation with the inimitable David Knight on his wonderful book, What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, outrage as a dangerous drug, and social media as its pusher. Finally, finding all we could want or ask … Continue reading →

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