The Church’s Task in the Mission of God
What is the church’s mission? How does the mission of the church relate to the mission of God? Are they the same, or different? Clarifying …
John Owen on Beholding the Glory of Christ
“But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord [Jesus], are changed into the same image from glory …
Union with Christ: A Biblical Overview
A Forgotten Doctrine When was the last time you heard a sermon about union with Christ? Union with Christ might be one of the most …
Clarifying the Message of Evangelism
Introduction In our previous article, we sought to clarify the nature and goal of biblical evangelism. We noted that evangelism is proclaiming the good news …
Clarifying the Nature and Goal of Evangelism
What comes to mind when you hear the word “evangelism?” Those who grew up in fundamentalist churches might recall experiences they’ve had passing out tracts …
You Don’t Need a Passport to Reach the Nations
I make it my ambition to preach the gospel, not where Christ has already been named, lest I build on someone else’s foundation, but as it is …
Standing on the Promises
Christians are people who build their lives on the promises of Scripture. God’s promises provide the basis for our faith, hope, joy, and endurance. Sadly, …
The Forgotten Way We Glorify God in Our Work
“How do I glorify God when my work is mundane and meaningless?” A Renewed Focus Over the past few years, there has been a renewed …
Ministry Counsel from an Unsung Hero of the Faith
An Unsung Hero of the Evangelical Revival All throughout history, we see that the Lord delights to use the faithful, unheralded labors of consecrated, ordinary …
Richard Baxter on the Necessity of Family Discipleship
Puritan Pastor Richard Baxter is well-known for his tireless efforts to reform the culture and practice of pastoral ministry during the late 1600s. In seeking …