I see something that disturbs me. I see complementarians conflate complementarianism with cultural definitions of masculinity and femininity. This bloating of complementarianism does not bolster the position, but weakens it. Such conflation pollutes dialogue, produces unnecessary quarrels, and distracts us from the central issues. Because of these concerns, I am thankful for … [Read more...] about Michael Horton on Masculine Christianity
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Encouragement for Writers
I enjoy writing. I like words, and I like sentences. I even appreciate grammar. But none of that means I will produce good writing. Good writing is just plain difficult to do. The other day I was re-reading my favorite pure prose writer, Annie Dillard, and she reminded me of the monumental task that is writing, just how difficult a few good sentences can be to find. … [Read more...] about Encouragement for Writers
Commending John Stott
I have been on a John Stott kick lately. It started with The Living Church: Convictions of a Lifelong Pastor and then moved to The Cross of Christ. I have since picked up Stott's commentaries The Message of Romans: God's Good News for the World and The Message of Galatians. I have been aware of Stott for years, but had never read him. What a … [Read more...] about Commending John Stott
Preaching Versus Teaching
My buddies and I recently had a lively discussion about the difference between preaching and teaching. We all recognized a general distinction between the two, but we disagreed as to how formal that distinction is in the Bible. I did a quick word study for fun (I don't get out much), and this post is a brief report of what I found. I found the two terms, διδάσκω (teach) … [Read more...] about Preaching Versus Teaching
Resurrection Dunk
My friend was supposedly an incredible basketball player, but I was having no trouble keeping up with him in a one-on-one game, and I was starting to question his ability. Then he made a move that changed my mind. He made a move so astounding I knew he had been holding back. He dribbled a cross-over so deep, so fast that I was left frozen in place, dumbfounded, as he went … [Read more...] about Resurrection Dunk