Tom Schreiner is a notable New Testament scholar. He was educated at Western Oregon University (B.S.), Western Conservative Baptist Seminary (M.Div., Th.M.), and Fuller Theological Seminary (Ph.D.). He is the author of numerous books, articles, and commentaries. His scholarly influence permeates evangelicalism and many pulpits. How did he get there? In an interview with … [Read more...] about His Youth Pastor
Autumn
autumna season of remembrancewhen we remember what waswhen we remember what could have beenwhen we remember the spring buds and summer blossoms autumna season of farewellwhen we say farewell to what waswhen we say farewell to what could have beenwhen we say farewell to promise and fullness autumna season of grievingwhen the earth groanswhen the sun covers its facewhen the … [Read more...] about Autumn
Seeing God Now
Jesus says, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God" (Matthew 5:8, ESV). In what sense may we see God now? Martin Lloyd-Jones offers some helpful thoughts: "As with all the other Beatitudes, the promise is partly fulfilled here and now. In a sense there is a vision of God even while we are in this world. Christian people can see God in a sense that … [Read more...] about Seeing God Now
Righteousness
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." - Jesus (Matthew 5:6, ESV). What is righteousness, why would we want it, and how do we get it? What Righteous Is In the Bible, “righteousness” simply means “doing what is right” (as God defines “right”). In fact, the Greek word in Matthew 5:6, δικαιοσύνη, is sometimes just … [Read more...] about Righteousness
All or Something
"...A few days of bad travel, bad sleep, bad food, and bad workouts. The Steel Does Not Care. Neither do I. GET BACK AT IT." - Jocko Willink All or nothing. There is something special about "all." "All" is perfection. It is success. It is mastery. The streak still running. The New Year's resolution unbroken. The One Year Bible on track. Not one sip. Not one … [Read more...] about All or Something