Some folk have the misguided notion that getting degrees is what qualifies you for pastoral ministry and leadership in the church. Educational attainments are tools, not qualifications. And they are no substitute for a pastor’s heart. From the Crossway blog: Thinking is not about: Going to school Getting degrees Having prestige The superiority of intellectuals …
Here’s a chapter from the recently published festschrift* for Robert Godfrey published by Westminster Seminary California. The Reformation Of The Supper, by Kim Riddlebarger, advocates weekly celebration of the supper. I think his essay is a sound biblical, historical and practical examination of the practice. Here’s a link to details on the book itself. *Festschrift …
I thought the Presbyterian/Reformed connection were the champion schismatics, but apparently we don’t have it all to ourselves. Image from Sacred Sandwich.
M. Justin Wainscott writes about the lessons he learns as a younger pastor of older Christians. Each of his points of appreciation holds true for any young Christian. His applications should be taken to heart by every Christian. When you’re in the situation of looking for a church, don’t be totally consumed by whether there …
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