Christian doctrine has never been determined by one or two proof texts. It’s always a matter not only of considering everything Scripture teaches on a subject, but then also using reason to collate and systematize all of that teaching. The classic example . . . Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of September 7–13, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of September 7–13, 2026. Continue reading →
Today Is Not A Day For Indulging In Myths And Foolish Speculation
Throughout Scripture, when historical events are being discussed, they are of tantamount importance. Unlike pagan myths that often focus on the universal principles of a story, there is a weightiness to Scripture’s treatment of history. The validity of our very faith depends . . . Continue reading →
Available Again In Print: Caspar Olevian and the Substance of the Covenant
For those who’ve asked, Dr Clark’s book, Caspar Olevian and the Substance of the Covenant: The Double Benefit of Christ (Reformation Heritage Books, 2008) is now available exclusively via Amazon ($25.00). It is still being published by RHB but they are distributing . . . Continue reading →
Trueman: Why Is Plagiarism Wrong?
Thirty years ago, I was on faculty at one of the U.K.’s elite Russell Group universities. As the least important person in my department, I was assigned the administrative role that nobody else wanted: exams officer, in charge of overseeing all examinations, . . . Continue reading →
Audio: On The Heidelberg Catechism With Scott Clark
In this episode of the Credo Podcast, Dr. Scott Clark, president of the Heidelberg Reformation Association, joins Matthew Barrett for a discussion about the Heidelberg Catechism and Clark’s new book, The Heidelberg Catechism: A Historical, Theological, and Pastoral Commentary. In this conversation, . . . Continue reading →
The Scandal And Coverup Of Sexual Abuse In British Evangelicalism
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
On Hosea 6:7 As A Proof For The Covenant Of Works
The fourth view, following the Vulgate, holds that Hosea 6:7 refers to the covenant that Adam broke in Eden. C. F. Keil says, “the local expression ‘there,’ refers to the place where the faithless apostasy occurred, as in Ps. xiv.5.” Robertson concludes, . . . Continue reading →
Ligon Duncan On Why You Should Embrace Reformed Covenant Theology
Covenant theology is the Bible’s way of explaining and deepening our understanding of: (1) the atonement (the meaning of the death of Christ); (2) assurance (the basis of our confidence of communion with God and enjoyment of his promises);(3) the sacraments (signs . . . Continue reading →
Pastoral Abuse Is Not Leadership
By 2014, Mars Hill Church in Seattle had grown to 15,000 members across 15 locations. Mark Driscoll, the church’s co-founding pastor, was one of the most influential evangelical voices in America. Then it all collapsed. The charges against Driscoll didn’t involve heresy. . . . Continue reading →
Dozens Of Congregations To Leave The EPC To Form New Denomination
In June, the Evangelical Presbyterian Church voted to accept a “pastoral letter” that critics say opens the door to ordaining celibate, same-sex attracted individuals — a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from within the denomination. Now some of those churches have . . . Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of August 24–30, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of August 24–30, 2026. Continue reading →
D. G. Hart On American Liberty And Religious Dissent
June is the usual month for the convening of Presbyterian assemblies, but the jewel in the crown of Presbyterian reforms, replacing bishops with lengthy committee meetings, seems less impressive today than it did in 1560 when the Scots held their first General . . . Continue reading →
You Shall Not Make Pictures Of Jesus
“It’s a new storybook Bible for children!” as I looked to my wife from the kitchen table. She rolled her eyes in that familiar way and glanced over to the stack of similar books collecting dust. “Will it make the pile?” “Not . . . Continue reading →
Video: Is Roman Catholicism Right About Tradition?
What does the Bible actually mean when Paul tells the Thessalonians to hold fast to the traditions they were taught “either by spoken word or by letter”? Rome has long leaned on that verse to defend a body of unwritten apostolic teaching . . . Continue reading →
Nebraska Sued For Pressuring Families To Attend Public School
As parents in Lincoln, Nebraska send their children back to school today, the New Civil Liberties Alliance is filing the Jacobsen v. Spellerberg lawsuit on behalf of two families in the District Court of Lancaster County, challenging the state’s K-12 education system’s . . . Continue reading →
John Witherspoon: Presbyterian Pastor
John Witherspoon is most famous for being the only clergyman to sign the Declaration of Independence. The most crucial part of that sentence is the recognition that Witherspoon was, from the age of 20 until his death at the age of 71, . . . Continue reading →