Tag Archives: Justification

The Grace of Scandal

The RC Sproul Jr. Principle of Hermeneutics can be quite helpful. It affirms “Whenever you see someone in the Bible doing something really, really stupid, do not say to yourself, ‘How can he be so stupid?’ Instead say to yourself, … Continue reading

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Incredible Flourishes of Works, Have Faith. Today’s podcast.

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My Two Neighbors

I have two sets of neighbors. On the east side is Mr. Jones. He’s a decent man, a loving husband, and an attentive father. He serves at the local soup kitchen at least once a month. He loves to talk … Continue reading

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Before the Foundation of the World

Obedience, of course, is a good thing. Our Father delights to see His children embracing His wisdom, heeding His warnings, walking in the joy that is His law. When we dance in His presence we presage the beauty and glory … Continue reading

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Get it while it’s hot. New podcast, tariffs- boooo, Steelers- yeaaahh and more.

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Ask RC- What is apostasy and how does it relate to perseverance of the saints?

There are two errors to make on this question, and a razor’s edge to walk to answer it correctly. Just as the Bible teaches both divine sovereignty and human responsibility, so it also teaches both that apostasy is real, and … Continue reading

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The Ark as a Picture of Jesus, Church Membership and More

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The Scandal of the Gospel

All of us, both within and without the church, face the temptation of being legalists when dealing with others’ sins against us, and antinomians when dealing with our sins against others. We want those we have perceived to have wronged … Continue reading

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In which I started talkin’ about sin…

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The Best Book I’ve Read in Decades, The Worst Sinner, and more

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