Convictions and Preferences
The evangelical world has come to make much of the distinction between convictions and preferences. For example, evangelical preacher Andy Stanley recently preached a sermon… Read More »Convictions and Preferences
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Philosophy vs. Application
I have strong convictions about church ministry and worship philosophy. I also have strong opinions about certain applications of that philosophy. But these are not… Read More »Philosophy vs. Application
What kinds of differences affect cooperation?
Last week I suggested that differences of worship and music philosophy will sometimes necessitate withholding cooperation, but that depends upon (1) the particular difference and… Read More »What kinds of differences affect cooperation?
Culture doesn’t just change
I received an email a few days ago asking what I thought about a few particular contemporary Christian songs. The individual mentioned that he thought… Read More »Culture doesn’t just change
The road from interpretation to application
Last week at the Annual Evangelical Theological Society meeting, the theme of the meeting was “Creation Care.” This is not a subject that I find… Read More »The road from interpretation to application
Discernment and worship (Part 2)
Last week I argued from Philippians 1:9-11 that discernment is of great importance to the believer as an important part of living for the glory… Read More »Discernment and worship (Part 2)
Why I don’t preach specific applications in church meetings
I have strong convictions about worship philosophy. I also have strong opinions about certain applications of that philosophy. But these are not the same thing.… Read More »Why I don’t preach specific applications in church meetings