A Theology of Rejoicing
Everybody likes a party, and for those so inclined Luke 15 might rank as their favorite chapter of the Bible. Here we learn of the… Read More »A Theology of Rejoicing
Articles
Browse articles on various topics below.
Who Made You the Authority?
The explosion of information on the web has made the idea of authoritative information almost a thing of the past. A CGI-Enhanced Youtube video about the… Read More »Who Made You the Authority?
Celebrating a New Decade: Retrospect and Prospect
Roy Beacham Central Baptist Theological Seminary was founded in 1956. Upon the closing of Northwestern Theological Seminary in Minneapolis, students, faculty, and other sponsors urged… Read More »Celebrating a New Decade: Retrospect and Prospect
A new hymn pairing
As we move closer to publishing our print hymnal, Hymns to the Living God, I want to continue to highlight some of the new and… Read More »A new hymn pairing
David: An Example of Wisdom in Youth
Referring to David as the king-to-be (about 20 years of age), God stated to Saul, “The Lord has sought out a man after his own… Read More »David: An Example of Wisdom in Youth
I’m Looking Forward to This
Kevin T. Bauder Of the various conferences that I attend, one that I look forward to is the annual meeting of the Fundamental Baptist Fellowship,… Read More »I’m Looking Forward to This
The Rockford Conference
Kevin T. Bauder Every year I travel through a kind of circuit of conferences. Some I speak at and others I just attend. It’s rare… Read More »The Rockford Conference
New Hymn by David Oestreich and Josh Bauder
In January I mentioned the sudden passing of our friend, David Oestreich. David had been a supporter and occasional contributor here on the blog, and… Read More »New Hymn by David Oestreich and Josh Bauder
The Future of Seminary Education, Part II
Brett Williams In my last article, I discussed the future of seminary education in relationship to consumer-driven academia and consumer-craving ecclesiology. It seems as though… Read More »The Future of Seminary Education, Part II
Jesus: the Pioneer and Perfecter of our Faith
In Hebrews 12:2, Jesus is identified as “the founder and perfecter of our faith.” What do these two titles mean? The title “founder” is variously… Read More »Jesus: the Pioneer and Perfecter of our Faith
What Do You Mean, Relevant?
Kevin T. Bauder Many contemporary American Christians obsess over relevance. They seem to feel personally obligated to make Christianity relevant. This wish to make Christianity… Read More »What Do You Mean, Relevant?
A Tidbit on “Taste”
This week I am studying Psalm 34, and the two instances (one noun, one verb) of a Hebrew word for “taste” (טעם) caught my attention.… Read More »A Tidbit on “Taste”
Cleanse Yourself: A Look at Paul’s Metaphor and Its Application in 2 Timothy 2:20–21
In between two passages telling Timothy how to deal with false teachers (2 Tim 2:14–19, 22–26), Paul uses a variously understood metaphor in verse 20… Read More »Cleanse Yourself: A Look at Paul’s Metaphor and Its Application in 2 Timothy 2:20–21
Why a Baptist Can Be Thankful for the Protestant Reformation
Jeff Straub This year marks the 500th anniversary of Luther’s 95 theses. Last week I reflected on a recent trip I made to Germany and… Read More »Why a Baptist Can Be Thankful for the Protestant Reformation
The Resurrection of Jesus in the OT
Isaiah spoke of Jesus in Isaiah 52:13–53:12, with thoughts of the resurrection in Isaiah 53:10. Hinting at His death, Jesus would be “like a lamb… Read More »The Resurrection of Jesus in the OT
Lessons from a Visit to Luther Land
Jeff Straub Recently I returned from two weeks in Europe, leading a group of seminary and church friends through Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. It was… Read More »Lessons from a Visit to Luther Land
Authority and Authoritarianism
When authority is usually discussed, about three sentences later, the word authoritarian will make its entrance. In fact, for some, authority is authoritarian – there is… Read More »Authority and Authoritarianism
The Grace of Jesus Christ
What is the grace of Jesus Christ? A search for “grace” and “Jesus” or “Christ” allows us to answer this question in brief, as seen… Read More »The Grace of Jesus Christ
Providence and Evil
Jon Pratt Following last week’s Nick of Time essay entitled, “Fate and Providence,” I received the following email from a pastor: Dear Brother, I always… Read More »Providence and Evil
I’m Still Here, Too
The most recent issue of Frontline Magazine is apparently getting a bit of buzz. I don’t subscribe, but through friends I’m getting caught up. It… Read More »I’m Still Here, Too