A British barrister’s “horrific” and violent abuse of more than 100 children and young men was covered up within the Church of England for decades, according to the conclusion of a damning report. John Smyth QC is believed to be the most . . . Continue reading →
Review: A Penitent People: The Doctrine Of Repentance By Harrison Perkins
As is the case with many aspiring readers, I have filled my bookshelves with titles with every intent to devour them—but they remain unopened. To my shame, the Ninety-Five Theses is one such work in my library; a seminary class first incited . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: To The Evangelical Nicodemites (Part Three)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about nicodemites. Continue reading →
Butterfield Contra The Premise Of Celibate Gay Theology
Celibate gay theology–which claims to uphold a traditional biblical view of sexuality– believes the “born this way” lie and has become the default compromise in evangelical churches and parachurch ministries. Celibate gay theology embraces homosexual orientation and identity but disallows gay sex. . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: To The Evangelical Nicodemites (Part Two)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about nicodemites. Continue reading →
Schism And The Redeemed Zoomer (Part 10): The Founding of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church—Continuation, Not Schism
On June 11, 1936, a small company of ministers, ruling elders, and laymen gathered in Philadelphia and constituted what was then called the Presbyterian Church of America and would later become the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. To their opponents, the meaning of the . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: To The Evangelical Nicodemites (Part One)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about nicodemites. Continue reading →
Schism And The Redeemed Zoomer (Part 9): Westminster And The Question Of Schism
Schism is a serious sin. Presbyterian history gives us no warrant to treat the visible church as a purely voluntary association from which Christians may withdraw whenever they are disappointed, inconvenienced, or persuaded that they could construct something better. This is why . . . Continue reading →
Ninth Circuit Enjoins Washington State’s Attempt To Force A Christian Mission To Hire Employees Who Reject The Mission’s Convictions
The panel affirmed the district court’s preliminary injunction prohibiting the enforcement of the Washington Law Against Discrimination (“WLAD”) against the Union Gospel Mission of Yakima, Washington—a Christian ministry—for preferring and hiring co-religionists for non-ministerial roles. WLAD prohibits employment discrimination based on several . . . Continue reading →
Religionless Spirituality Isn’t Just A Weigh Station
It is well known that many westerners today describe themselves as “spiritual but not religious.” Paul Heelas and Linda Woodhead define “spirituality” as a life based not on external authorities and expectations but “in deep connection with the unique experiences of my . . . Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of August 31–September 6, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of August 31–September 6, 2026. Continue reading →
Former Providence Christian College Profs Launch New Reformed Heritage Study Center
Reformed Heritage Study Center (RHSC) is an exciting new online learning platform providing foundational and formational instruction in the Bible, theology, and the liberal arts. Qualified instructors offer personalized college-level courses and other learning experiences from a reliably biblically faithful perspective. Students . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast for September 6, 2026: Rome, Constantinople, or Geneva (Part 11): The Blessed Virgin Mary (1)
American Evangelical Christianity is in crisis. The story of how it got here is an important part of this series but there are several reasons so many evangelical Christians are discontent and looking for something else, something with historical roots, with a sense of tradition, with a sense of of transcendence, with reverent worship, and with a deeper view of the sacraments. Continue reading →
The Canons Of Dork #55 For September 5, 2026
Tale as old as time . . . Continue reading →
Is Praise And Worship Music A New Evangelical Sacrament?
Recent Evangelical experiments in worship are particularly significant for two reasons. First, they represent the most widespread changes in Protestant public worship since the Reformation. While various changes in worship had occurred earlier, they came much more slowly and were much less . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: What is the Ground for Special Offices in the Church?
In this episode of the Heidelcast, the Superfriends discuss special offices. Continue reading →
A Glorious Unfairness: Psalm 35 (Part 1)
In addition to our five senses, we are born with instinct. Like a sixth sense, instinct is a bit nebulous and mysterious but undeniable. There are different types of instincts; they come in different measures, and you can grow in them. Some . . . Continue reading →
Audio: A Response To Brian Borgman Regarding Law And Gospel (Part 1)
Recently pastor Brian Borgman gave a lecture at a Baptist seminary criticizing the distinction between law and gospel. In that lecture he repeated a number of criticisms that continue to crop up despite the fact that they have been answered repeatedly. For . . . Continue reading →
On Hosea 6:7 And The Covenant Of Works
Hosea 6:7 is one text traditionally understood to teach a covenant with Adam: “But like Adam they transgressed the covenant; there they dealt faithlessly with me.” In addressing Israel’s sin, Hosea indicates that their manner of covenant violations was “like Adam.” Many . . . Continue reading →
Lindsay Clancy And The Two Kingdoms
I believe Lindsay Clancy, if found guilty, should receive the death penalty for the murder of each of her children. I understand that capital punishment is not an option in Massachusetts. I also understand all the complexities of the very real suffering . . . Continue reading →