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Dr. Mohler's Blog

Newsnote: Just How Secular Can an Education Be? by Al Mohler

Dr. Mohler comments on Lisa Miller's Newsweek article on Harvard's idolatry of human reason over religious faith.


Monergism

What Does the phrase "Dead in sin" mean? by John Hendryx

John Hendryx explains the Calvinist view of total inability.


Declared Righteous: Rome vs. the Reformation by R.C. Sproul

Dr. Sproul shows us the difference between the Reformed and Roman Catholic view of justification.


Challies.com

Discipline by Tim Challies

Tim reviews Jerry Bridges' book, Disciplines of Grace.


A New Kind of Christianity by Tim Challies

Tim uses an incident in George Orwell's book 1984 to illustrate Brian McLaren's theology in his new book, A New Kind of Christianity.


"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Possessing the Treasure

The Mark of a Genuine Christian by Mike Ratliff

Mike discusses the Manhattan Declaration, the meaning of missional and true Christianity, and the continuing war on truth.

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Washington Post

Tebow's Super Bowl ad isn't intolerant; its critics are by Sally Jenkins

Pro-choice Washington Post reporter defends the Tebow family's pro-life Superbowl commercial.


Dr. Mohler's Blog

Adopted for Life . . . and in Death by Al Mohler

Heart wrenching story about a Dutch couples 2 year ordeal to adopt a child from Haiti.


Possessing the Treasure

The Seductive Deception of the Call to be Missional by Mike Ratliff

Mike describes and gives his experience about the deceptive call to be missional.


Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

How They Do It by Jay Adams

Jay Adams shows us how to deal with dominant individuals at church.


Christianity Today

Fathers and Sons by Os Guiness

This is a fascinating review written by Os Guiness in 2008 about Frank Schaeffer's (Francis Schaeffer and Edith Schaeffer's son) book called "Crazy for God" which is a fictional semi-autobiographical account of his parent's ministry at L'Abri. Os Guiness basically challenges and corrects Frank Schaeffer's scathing claims about his parents in his book (Os Guiness was close friends with the Schaeffer family and was part of their ministry during that time), and doesn't hold back what he thinks about Frank Schaeffer and Francis Schaeffer as well. Guiness' review gives great insight, warts and all, into the ministry at L'Abri. A must read if you are a Francis Schaeffer fan.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Palm Beach Post & South Florida Sun Sentinel

Two men preaching religion shot to death in Boynton Beach by Eliot Kleinberg

Two open air preachers are murdered after preaching the Gospel in Boynton Beach, Florida.

Man arrested on charges of shooting two street preachers to death by Jerome Burdi

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Dr. Mohler's Blog

NewsNote: Thinking Green – The New Religion by Al Mohler

Dr. Mohler explains the new faith and religion of "environmentalism".

A Slice of Laodicea

The Crucifixion of Brit Hume by Matt Barber

Matt describes more of the secular media's reaction over Brit Hume and his comments concerning the Tiger Wood's situation.

Desiring God Blog

8 Reasons for Biblical Preaching by Nick Laparra/Sam Storms

Sam Storms gives us eight reasons for Biblical preaching.

Reformed Baptist Fellowship

Quick Thought on a Busy Day by James White

Dr. White takes a quote from William Gurnall's, "Christian In Complete Armour" and encourages us to keep our focus on God even in the most trying circumstances.

Possessing the Treasure

The High Calling of God by Mike Ratliff

The highest calling for the Christian is his continuous pursuit of Christ.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

The Wall Street Journal

Islamic Christianophoia (Opinion Europe)

The Wall Street Journal reports that Christians persecuted in Muslim countries are largely ignored by the West.

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RBS Tabletalk

When Godly Brothers Disagree: Lessons from the Division Between Paul and Barnabas by Bob Gonzales

Bob Gonzales reviews the disagreement between Paul and Barnabas and how we can apply the Biblical principles learned from that incident whenever there is a conflict between Christians.

Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

Calvin the Counselor by Jay Adams

Jay Adams gives us insight into John Calvin as counselor from reading his recently published letters.

Possessing the Treasure

Suffering for God by Mike Ratliff

Mike describes the inevitable consequences of standing firmly for the truth and gives us some examples from John Bunyan's "Abounding In Grace".

Reformation Theology

New Technology, Wandering Minds, and Bible Reading Plans by Nathan Bingham

Nathan gives us the reasons why reading, studying, and meditating on the Bible is so important over anything else.

Puritan Fellowship

Where the Lord Rules The Heart, There Is, There Must Be, A Deep and Profound Peace by Charles Spurgeon

Quote from Charles Spurgeon exhorting Christians to aim for that profound peace which God has given us.

"FIGHTING MAD" or Other Articles of Interest

Richmond Evangelical Examiner

Brit Hume Tells Tiger Woods to Forget Buddhism and Find Christ (Video Embedded) by James Leasure

Fox News Reporter Brit Hume says that Tiger Woods needs to convert to Christianity to make a full recovery.

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Reformation Theology

The Greatness of the Love of Christ by Nathan Bingham

Nathan shows us the greatness of the love of Christ throughout Scipture.

Pyromaniacs

Proverbial perspectives at the year's turn by Dan Phillips

Balancing our human planning while taking into consideration God's will for this upcoming New Year.

Reformed Baptist Fellowship

Paul: War-Monger for the Truth by James White

Why standing for the truth is so important when practicing apologetics.

Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

Providential Living by Jay Adams

Jay Adams reviews his life and ministry and shows us God's providential direction in his life.

Possessing the Treasure

Stand Firm as the Day of the Lord Approacheth by Mike Ratliff

Mike implores us to stand firm in the faith and to beware of the man of destruction.

"FIGHTING MAD" Or Other Articles of Interest

MSNBC

Megachurch pastor asks for urgent donations by The Associated Press

Saddleback Church faces budget deficit. Rick Warren asks his congregation for $900,000 by January 1.

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Ligonier Blog

Looking Up to Heroes by R.C. Sproul

Dr. Sproul on the importance of having heroes and why our heroes change during our lifetime.

Puritan Fellowship

All Who Follow Christ Must Suffer Persecution by George Whitefield

Quote from George Whitefield on counting the cost and the inevitability of persecution when you become a follower of Christ.

Reformed Baptist Fellowship

Whose Wounds? by Jim Savastio

A very convicting article by Jim Savastio on love, forgiveness, and fellowshipping with sinners.

Possessing the Treasure

How Sharp Is Your Sword? by Mike Ratliff

Mike shows us why it’s important to know Scripture.

The Whitehorse Inn Blog

From a Movement to a Church, Part 3 by Michael Horton

Dr. Horton's continues his series on parachurch ministries replacing the church.  

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Dr. Mohler's Blog

Time to Separate Church and Sports? by Al Mohler

Dr. Mohler comments on the article written by Sam Cook and the book by U.S. Today's Tom Krattenmaker criticizing Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow's and other Christian athletes' exclusive Gospel message.

DeYoung, Restless, and Reformed

Reaching the Next Generation is Harder and Easier Than You Think: Grab Them With Passion by Kevin DeYoung

Kevin explains how to reach the next generation for Christ.

Pyromaniacs

Our Passion for God's Glory by Phil Johnson

Our passion should be for God's glory rather than for the fleeting things of this world.

Ligonier Blog

Exercising Your Power of Choice by R.C. Sproul

Dr. Sproul examines free will.

Reformation21

The Condemned King: Mark 15 and the Doctrine of Penal Substitution by Martin Downes

Martin Downes on the penal substitutionary atonement of Christ.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Possessing the Treasure

Self-Righteousness and Accusing the Brethren by Mike Ratliff

Standing for the truth of God's Word and not compromising.

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Dr. Mohler's Blog

The Cross of Christ is Not a Secular Symbol by Al Mohler

The court case concerning the cross at Mojave National Preserve is now being considered by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Pros Apologian Blog

Two Quick Apologetic Tips on the Trinity by Alan Kurschner

Helpul tips from Alan on defending the doctrine of the Trinity.

Possessing the Treasure

The Reprobate Mind by Mike Ratliff

Mike on how the reprobate unregenerate mind cannot understand the things of God.

Ligonier Blog

The Dark Night of the Soul by R.C. Sproul

Dr. Sproul gives godly counsel to Christians who suffer from spiritual depression.

Cranach: The Blog of Veith

Making the Bible more conservative by Gene Edward Veith

Gene Edward Veith comments on conservatives attempting to make the Bible less liberal.

The Blazing Center

Look Past the Bully by Mark Altrogge

An encouraging word from Mark on trusting God during times of trial.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Pulpit Magazine

Is Truth Worth Fighting For? by John MacArthur

John on standing up for the truth.

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Dr. Mohler's Blog

Morality, Hollywood Style by Al Mohler

Dr. Mohler's commentary on the Roman Polanski situation.

Possessing the Treasure

Pride, Humility and Servanthood by Mike Ratliff

Mike continues his great series on Biblical humility.

9 Marks Blog

Implications from Psalm 23 for Elders, Fathers, and Husbands by Jonathan Leeman

Jonathan Leeman asks elders and church leaders to consider Psalm 23 from a different perspective.

Pulpit Magazine

What DID Jesus Do? by John MacArthur

How did Jesus act toward the Pharisees and religious hypocrites?

Ligonier Blog

Hypocritical Hypocrisy by Burk Pasons

The danger of living a life of hypocrisy.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Pyromaniacs

Performance Artist by Phil Johnson

Phil comments on the Rob Bell interview with the Boston Globe.

Clowns Hypocrites; Serpents and Vipers by Phil Johnson

Phil's response to the criticisms of his post on Rob Bell.

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Miami Herald

2 Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church elders resign, claim pastor retaliation

More sad news about the Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church split.

Reformation Theology

Questions on Slavery, Incest, Polygamy by John Samson

John answers questions from a reader concerning slavery in the Bible.

Pros Apologian Blog

An Exegesis of 1 Timothy 4:10 "...who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe." by Alan Kurschner


Press On Until Glory

Joy in the Lord by Leon Brown

Is our joy based on what we do or what Christ has done for us?

Pulpit Magazine

Was Jesus Always Nice? by John MacArthur


"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Possessing the Treasure

Biblical Humility What It Is and What It Is Not by Mike Ratliff

Mike describes what true biblical humility is.

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Carnach Blog

Ancient Egyptian coins depict Joseph by Gene Edward Veith

Dr. Veith's post on The Jerusalem Post article stating that coins with Joseph's name and likeness have been found in Egypt.

Dr. Mohler's Blog

Why Do the Heathen Rage? by Al Mohler

September 30 is International Blasphemy Day???


Challies.com

Meet the Ministries: Grace to You by Tim Challies

Tim begins his new series on Christian ministries. In this post, Tim interviews Phil Johnson about Grace to You.


Voice of the Sheep

Calvinism – Follow Your Head, Not Your Heart by Brian Thornton

Brian Thornton on Calvinism.

Ligonier Blog

Bearing Spiritual Fruit by R.C. Sproul

All Christians bear spiritual fruit.

"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Possessing the Treasure

The Two- Stage Christian Life by Mike Ratliff

Mike goes over Romans 8.

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Pulpit Magazine

Roman Catholicism Series

Back to the Reformation by Nathan Buesnitz

Introduction by Nathan

The Gospel According to Rome by Nathan Buesnitz

Rome's view of the Gospel.

Long Before Luther by Nathan Buesnitz

Was sola fide invented by Luther? Nathan provides a list of quotes from the early church fathers showing that they adhered to sola fide.

The Final Authority by Nathan Buesnitz

A list of quotes from the early church fathers showing that sola scriptura was the standard.

Possessing the Treasure

A Warning to Professing Christians by Mike Ratliff

Mike gives a warning to professing Christians.

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Ligonier Blog

Opening Our Ears to Hear by R.C. Sproul

R.C. Sproul on the importance of obeying what we hear from God's Word and what happens when we don't.

Pulpit Magazine

Merging History and Homiletics by Rich Gregory

The need to study the history and background of a passage in order interept it correctly.

Reformation Theology

Does John 20:31 prove that faith precedes regeneration? by John Samson

John answers an e-mail question on the subject of John 20:31.

The Blazing Center

What To Do When You Receive Bad News by Mark Altrogge

Timely message on trusting God during trials from Mark Altrogge.

Possessing the Treasure

Called to Be Holy by Mike Ratliff

Mike on what holiness is and what it looks like in the life of a believer.

"FIGHTING MAD" or Other Articles of Interest

Pyromaniacs

A Few Pithy Thoughts on Doubt by Dan Phillips

Dan gives his thoughts on evangelicalism's current fascination with the false virtue of doubt.

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Dr. Mohler's Blog

The NIV Announcement –- A Statement by Al Mohler

The scrapping of the TNIV and a forthcoming update of the NIV.

Ligonier Blog

True Catholicism by Burk Parsons

Agreeing to disagree over certain doctrinal issues.

Biblical Christianity

Mark Driscoll at the Crystal Cathedral by Dan Phillips

Dan Phillips has more commentary on Driscoll's appearance at the Crystal Cathedral.

Pyromaniacs

All Religions Really Do Lead to God by Dan Phillips

Do all religions really lead to God? Dan answers that question.

Possessing the Treasure

Never Give Up! by Mike Ratliff

Mike continues his series on the Law and Gospel.

Possessing the Treasure: Motives in Christian Ministry by Mack Tomlinson

I received the following article today from some dear friends. I knew immediately that I had to use it somehow on Possessing the Treasure. A major part of our ministries must be self-examination. We need to see if we and our ambitions are driving our ministries or if God is. We must examine our motives for everything we commit to. As you read the article below I pray that God will prick your heart as He did mine to look deep into what is driving what we do in His name. – Mike Ratliff

by Mack Tomlinson

I have often been challenged in my own heart before the Lord to check my motives in all things regarding serving Christ. Because it’s not only about what I believe and what I do in kingdom service–of paramount important is the question WHY. Why am I doing what I am doing–what are the hidden motives of my heart? Why do I do what I do and why do I say what I say?

The glory of God has been re-emphasized in recent years and rightly so. But now its almost “popular” to talk about God’s glory. It’s becoming an evangelical fad that’s very cool; its “IN” to speak much about God’s glory, reading and quoting Jonathan Edwards or John Piper about the glory of God, the supremacy of Christ, and “it being all about Him.”

These days, it’s “in” to imitate the theology of whoever happens to be the most popular current author, preacher, theologian, or conference speaker. It’s “in” to always attend the Desiring God Bethlehem conference, the Together for the Gospel conference, the True Church conference, the Bentley conference, the Arkansas conference, or the Heartcry Missions conference; it’s the cool thing to do these days because surely everyone who is anyone goes there, right? (if I’ve left out your favorite conference, then include it as well.)

Its so easy to get caught up in such conferences that preach about God and His glory. So we get used to using the lingo about the glory of Christ and tossing around all the right terms. And there right before us lies a subtle trap. It’s very possible to do those things so that others will believe we are deep, solid, and theologically accurate. The right thing begins to be driven by wrong motives. And therein lies the danger. Listen closely and consider.

I believe much of what we see in professing American evangelicalism, including all the Reformed movements and the conservative and family-oriented ministries, is driven by self-centered and man-centered motives and not by motives for God alone.

If the secrets and motives of the hearts of all were fully disclosed and could suddenly be seen, we would probably see that many are trying to steal glory from God for themselves by speak about His glory. And the stealing of His glory is due to wrong inner motives in the heart that motivate much of what is done in ministry. What do I mean? I mean simply this.

A man can preach eloquently about the true God, when ironically, what is actually motivating that man to preach about God’s glory is that he wants to be known as a man who talks greatly about God. A man can develop a preaching ministry that is very popular, well-done with excellence, which seems so sound and good, and yet he is primarily motivated by secret desires to be a popular preacher. He wants success and wants to be known. He wants a cutting-edge ministry that is growing and growing. And he steers everything toward that. When he’s driven by such motivation, he and those who work for him will be blind to it, but the discerning soul will see it because flesh always shows itself to be flesh.

A Bible teacher can teach in a very gifted way the deepest truths revealed in the Bible, and communicate them exceptionally (He’s a fabulous communicator!), but the hidden motive is the desire to be known and liked as an excellent teacher so he can build a bigger and bigger ministry. You see, its the personal reputation he’s after, and he’s using truth about God as his means to a self-centered end, all because of wrong motives. (Please click here to continue reading, Motives In Christian Ministry)

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Challies.com

Reaction and Revulsion of a Holy Nature by Tim Challies

Our reaction to sin should mirror God's reaction to sin.

Reformation Theology

Distinguishing Between Moral and Natural Inability by John Samson

John Samson posts a quote on moral and natural inability from James Montgomery Boice's book: The Doctrines of Grace.

Primary and Secondary Doctrines by John Samson

The distinction between primary and secondary doctrines found in Scripture.

Ligonier Blog

Recognizing that the Earth is the Lord's by R.C. Sproul

Enjoying and recognizing that the world and everything in it belongs to God.


Dr. Mohler's Blog:

Wearing the Disguise of Faithfulness by Al Mohler

Same sex unions and consecration of homosexual bishops accepted by the Lutheran Church.


"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Possessing the Treasure

Should Christians Dialogue with Apostates? by Mike Ratliff

Should Christians debate or dialogue with apostates?

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Pyromaniacs

Jesus v. the Pharisees by John MacArthur

Excerpt from John's recently released book: "The Jesus You Can't Ignore".


Dr. Mohler's Blog

It Promises Far Too Little – The False Gospel of Prosperity Theology by Al Mohler

Great article by Dr. Mohler on prosperity theology.


Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

Tears Over Death by Jay Adams

Why Jesus wept when Lazarus died?


Possessing the Treasure

Seducing Spirits and Doctrines of Demons by Mike Ratliff

Mike Ratiliff on the emergent church phenomenon.


RBS Tabletalk

Now That's A Good Church! by John Reuther

What makes a good church? John Reuther explains from the book of Ephesians.

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Ligonier Blog

Future Hope by David and Joshua Eby

How parents can train children to become true servants of Christ.


Dr. Mohler's Blog

Is Cap and Trade for Babies Next? by Al Mohler

Are Babies Causing Global Warming?


Possessing the Treasure

Test the Spirits by Mike Ratliff

How do you distinguish a false teacher from a true teacher of God's Word?


Reformed Baptist Fellowship

My Pharasaic Heroes or Bible Babies in Fundy Bathwater by Jim Savastio

Jim Savastio on worldliness and the Christian.


Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

All Truth by Jay Adams

Jay explains John 14:26.


"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

Biblical Christianity

Here we go again, the illusion of human sovereignty among those who should know better by Dan Phillips

The mistake some Calvinists often make about human/divine sovereignty.


Cal.vini.st

Calvin on Six Reasons Why Prayer Isn't Superfluous by Nathan Bingham

Nathan takes an excerpt from Book 3 of Calvin Institutes on the importance of prayer.

Fighting Five Articles of Interest

Possessing the Treasure

The Cost of Following Christ by Mike Ratliff

The importance of repentance in true saving faith.


The State, South Carolina's Home Page

Church Bans Six Dissident Members by James Davis (Sun Sentinel)

Sad story about Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church (former senior pastor D. James Kennedy). There is apparently a church split over their new senior pastor.


Reformed Baptist Fellowship

Pastor Don't Crack My Egg-Shell by Mark Chanski

The pastor is a physician of souls not a man pleaser.


RBS Tabletalk

God's Great, Unconditional Love by Bill Hale

God's sovereign grace in election is based on His great love for us.


Ligonier Blog

Conforming to God's Holiness by R.C Sproul

Why the pursuit of holiness is important in the believer's life.

Fighting Five Article of Interest

Pyromaniacs

Whither Evangelicalism? by Phil Johnson

Evangelicalism's final demise?


Dr. Mohler's Blog

Polyamory – The Perfectly Plural Postmodern Condition by Al Mohler

The next step after acceptance of homosexuality – polygamy.


Institute for Nouthetic Studies Blog

A Higher Life? by Jay Adams

Jay explains J.I. Packer's encounter with Keswick/Higher Life theology from Packer's book "Keep in Step with the Spirit".


The Blazing Center

Give Your Prayer a Kick in the Pants by Stephen Altrogge

Stephen suggests one way to jump start your prayer life.

Possessing the Treasure

Belonging to Jesus and Life in the Spirit by Mike Ratliff

The differences between those that are regenerate and those that are in the flesh.


"FIGHTING MAD" or other articles of interest

The Blazing Center

Find People Interesting by Mark Altrogge

Mark explains how caring about people by listening to what they have to say may lead to an evangelistic opportunity.