Barry York Westminster Conference 2014 September 15, 2014 Another post today to give you yet another conference series! Listening to the messages in both of these posts could keep you busy for quite a while! The Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary [http:
Rutledge Etheridge Rut Etheridge on "Refusing a Lesser Life" September 15, 2014 Rut Etheridge, chaplain at Geneva College and fellow _Gentle Reformation _blogger, recently spoke on the subject of sanctification at the Christian Life Conference of the First Reformed Presbyterian Church of Beaver Falls, PA.
The Sound of Faith September 12, 2014 What is faith? Sometimes we answer that question with closely associated words. “Faith is trust,” someone may say. Or, “Faith is belief,” says another. The older theologians—whom we would do well to
Forgiveness This is My Father's Word September 11, 2014 Do you ever avoid certain passages of Scripture because they remind you so vividly of past sin? You've confessed your sin, and you trust that God is faithful and just to
Bumblebees Drops of Nectar September 10, 2014 At summer's end, at perfect time, _ Hosta shoots reach up high;_ As the purple cups, hanging down, _ Beckon those flying by._ _ _ With whirring wings and slender beak, _ Colors catching the sun,
Christian Integrity Matters September 10, 2014 Last week, musician John Mellencamp welcomed Dr. Robert Heimburger, 97 (pictured, right), at the Indianapolis Riley Hospital for Children to record an interview together for a fundraiser next year. Mellencamp describes this neurosurgeon
Romans 8:20-22 A Lesson From Natural Evil September 09, 2014 It’s reported that while attending a divine service on a wintery day, Sir Isaac Newton left in his study a favorite little dog named Diamond. Apparently a candle had been left lit
Dr. David Apple Mercy Ministry: Theology and Practice September 08, 2014 When the bubonic plague broke out in 1519, Ulrich Zwingli won the hearts of Zurich, Switzerland’s citizens as he remained in the city to care for victims and nearly died himself while
Paul Faris The Pilgrim's Psalter September 08, 2014 Within the Book of Psalms, certain collections or groupings of thematic psalms can be found. One of the most easily identifiable is the fifteen psalms known as the Song of Ascents, Psalms 120-
Alzheimer The Power of Memory September 06, 2014 With my Uncle Don passing away this week, my mom lost both her brothers within a span of a few months. Sadly, her dementia makes it impossible for me to relate to her
Unboxing the Idols of Our Heart September 04, 2014 If I were to ask you what is currently the most popular YouTube channel, would you know? Or, what genre of internet videos could earn one stay-at-home mom between $2 million
David Murray Browse Worthy: David Murray's Student Tech Tips September 04, 2014 With school getting into full swing these days, it is important for students to work on their organizational abilities. In this increasingly technological age, boxes of crayons and notebooks with tabs are being
Christ Why Revelation is Vital to Your Spiritual Health September 03, 2014 As our congregation approaches the end of a sermon series through Revelation (yes, you may pray for their endurance), I've lately been considering more the purposes of God for including this
Of Angels and Men September 02, 2014 The question of Satan’s fall into sin has been an issue of considerable intrigue throughout the centuries. Theologians have burnt oil long into the night pondering the subject, trying to thread together
Scar Stories September 01, 2014 With her Carolina twang, Mommy told me to go let Daddy know that supper was ready. Heading out the front door of our little house on the dead end of the gravel road,
Backsliding The Real and Present Danger of Drift and Neglect August 28, 2014 Neglect is not a pleasant subject, and it does not engender positive feelings within us. Stories of the death of an elderly person who has lived, not by choice, as a virtual recluse
Baptism The Children Are Always Included August 27, 2014 Where do our children stand with respect to God’s covenant? How should we treat them as Christian parents? Why do we baptize infants? Those questions fill the mind of parents. They were
Summer Blueberry Thoughts August 27, 2014 Having just returned from vacationing near Lake Michigan, knowing my children will return to school tomorrow, and even seeing some leaves starting to turn because of the cool weather, I am reminded of
A Good Bit From C.S. Lewis August 19, 2014 Taken from Mere Christianity, chapter 9, Counting the Cost: "That is why we must not be surprised if we are in for a rough time. When a man turns to Christ and
Is Your Church Restful? August 15, 2014 Recently, a reader submitted the following question: > I have become increasingly uncomfortable with the amount of hustle and bustle of church business and committee work and clip boards flying around to sign
Questions Worth Asking. Answers Worth Memorizing. August 13, 2014 This summer, our family has renewed its work to memorize the Westminster Shorter Catechism [http://www.shortercatechism.com/]. We try to fit some of the questions in our daily devotions and as we
Austin Brown Podcast: Satan's Awful Idea August 13, 2014 Recently our fellow blogger, Austin Brown [http://gentlereformation.com/about-me/austin-brown/], self-published a book entitledSatan's Awful Idea [http://www.amazon.com/Satans-Awful-Idea-Implications-Unfolding-ebook/dp/
Libations Libations of Prayer August 12, 2014 O loving Father, _ When our hope begins to fade_ _ And our strength fails,_ Again you send Your servants _ To come alongside us,_ _ Visible, tangible messengers of Your care._ In prayer we cling to
Facebook The Best Post Ever!! It Will Have You in Tears!! Of Joy!! And Mourning!! August 07, 2014 A little while ago, I began noticing facebook links with a similar pattern: > "The Cutest Kittens Ever! #3 Will Leave You Smiling for Days!" "You Won't Believe
Deer Tick A Very Little Thing August 04, 2014 From childhood, I remember thatTimex [http://www.pophistorydig.com/?tag=takes-a-licking-and-keeps-on-ticking]watches used to have commercials featuring either "torture tests" or short documentaries on true
