The classic evangelical question on the fate of those who never hear the Gospel arises from concern for their salvation. Rejecting inclusivism, the scriptural reality is that all are dead in sin, needing to hear, believe, and call on Jesus for salvation. Understanding this truth is crucial for maintaining the urgency of missions.
There are a lot of voices to be heard in the various evangelical debates regarding creation and evolution, yet far too rarely do we find a humble and wise spirit behind them. Much is lost in this setting. Often, we evangelicals, particularly of the American variety, remain stuck in our own web of concerns and... Continue Reading →
Navigating culture as followers of Jesus Christ is not something many of us find easy. Evangelizing culture is something we often, in practice, treat as nearly impossible. Sometimes, it’s not even a lack of faith that inhibits our evangelism, but our inability of knowing where to start. While there is no single cut and dry... Continue Reading →
(Below is another brief reflection that I first wrote up for my church's bulletin.) Progress. There is an almost insatiable desire within much of Western culture that seeks a never ending form of progression. But what are we supposedly progressing to? How do we determine what is true progress and what is actual regress? Can... Continue Reading →
It’s something almost every evangelical who takes their faith seriously wrestles with. When we're in a social setting, particularly one in which we're surrounded by nonbelievers, what’s an allowable amount of flexibility for humor to form healthy relationships and what crosses the line of fidelity to Christ before all others? At what point should a... Continue Reading →
(This semester has been as crazy as predicted, but the light is in sight! I am on my church's theological writing team and below is a short piece that was written recently for our weekly reflection in our bulletin. ) What do you think about when it’s time to take communion? Do have an internal conflict... Continue Reading →
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