The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #5

Mere Calvinism (Book Review)

“If you’re new to Calvinism, Reformed Theology, or gospel-centeredness, or whatever you want to call it, you can’t go wrong in reading Mere Calvinism. If you’re suspicious of Calvinism, then read this book to engage the best arguments for it. And even if you’re a convinced Five Pointer and this is all familiar territory, the book will still refresh your knowledge, your confidence, and even your joy. I give it my highest recommendation.”

Is Mary the “Influencer” of God?

Recently, the Pope tweeted that Mary is the “influencer” of God. What does this say about Roman Catholic theology? And more importantly, what does the Bible say about our access to his throne?

You Don’t Have to Have a Well-Formed Opinion on Everything

Maybe this will lighten your load.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #4

I carried my dying daughter to term. It was a lesson in love many didn't understand

“It was not until I cared for this vulnerable human being that I came to see the value of all human life. The way our culture treats the most vulnerable — the elderly, the ill, the unborn — reveals our true beliefs about people. We live in a culture that wants to end life when a person’s usefulness, productivity and mental capacity diminish… But this is a value system that none of us can live by.”

The Time I Went Under Church Discipline

On the heels of last Sunday evening’s sermon, here’s a great reflection. “You may not have realized it, but you’ve gone under church discipline too.”

(Video) Who are the Reformers: Guido De Bres

In anticipation of our new evening series on the Belgic Confession, here’s an introduction to its author. And here’s a longer article.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #3

A Curriculum for Those Wrestling with Infant Baptism

Dr. R. Scott Clark from Westminster Seminary in California has provided this trove of resources. I can only say, I wish I had these myself when I was struggling through this issue!

What Does It Mean That Women Should “Remain Quiet” in Church? (1 Timothy 2)

Denny Burk at Crossway provides what I think is a well-reasoned answer to a contentious question. Definitely worth considering.

(Video) Was the Holy Spirit Present With Old Testament believers?

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 1 | #27

The Holy Spirit's Ministry

"Our conviction is that God purposefully gave some gifts (specifically the ability to work miracles, the gift of revelatory prophecy, and speaking in tongues) only for a limited period."

When You Pray With Your Children, You Teach Them to Pray

Here's a touching reflection on how our children learn from observing our spiritual life. 

A Cup of Tea, Under a Bridge, In Jesus' Name

This article recounts the journey of a North African Muslim migrant who came to faith through the hospitality of a missionary family.

Common Questions Christians Ask About Forgiveness

Exactly as described.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 1 | #26

The Final End of God in Creation

In a recent sermon, I referenced this excerpt from Berkhof's Systematic Theology. It addresses the purpose of God's creative work in relation to man's good and divine glory.

If God is With Me, Why Did this Happen?

A fitting follow-up to our study of James 1:16-18 dealing with undesired turns of providence.

What's So Great About Limited Atonement?

“What is the cash value of this doctrine? Does it offer something to my Christian experience or is it just abstract theology?" Richard D. Phillips answers.

Advice for Your Relationship with an Apostate Family Member

Practical wisdom for many of us.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 1 | #25

Oil Lamps in Biblical Times

In case you needed a visual for last Sunday's sermon on Zechariah 4.

Be Killing Sin, Or Else

From Grace to You comes this encouraging reflection on the need to make all out war against indwelling sin.

Is Eldership Gender-Neutral? A Response to Katia Adams

A well-reasoned, biblically astute, and respectful critique from Andrew Wilson. "There are times, of course, to quibble with specific translations; regular readers will know that I do it myself. But when you quibble with all of them, and the lexicons, and the commentators—and especially when you do so by misrepresenting the way the Greek language works—there is a problem."

Context Matters: Valley of Dry Bones

This short article presents a useful exercise in paying close attention when exegeting Scripture.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.