These were the top five posts for the week of March 9–15, 2026. Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of March 9–15, 2026
Contra Webbon et al.: Denying That Jesus Is A Jew Denies His True Humanity (Part 1)
You may have likely heard or read something about Christian nationalism. Regular readers of this space will be familiar with this movement.1 As it exists in the USA, among those who identify as Reformed—whether they are actually Reformed is quite another question . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast For March 15, 2026: On the State of Christianity and Black America with Wendell Talley
Dr. Clark and guest Wendell Talley give us a great overview of Christianity and the church in Black America, sharing their insights on its history and what’s happening now. Continue reading →
Blessing The Understanding Heart: Psalm 41 (Part 1)
Most of us are familiar with the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. This is another version of the second great command: Love your neighbor as yourself. This clear but profound rule is also found . . . Continue reading →
The Evil Of Envy
There are a number of grievous sins which will swiftly disqualify a minister from church leadership. Envy is not often considered one of them. But Paul lists jealousy right alongside drunkenness and sexual immorality as a mark of walking in darkness (Romans . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: The Error of Sandemanianism
In this episode of the Heidelcast, the Superfriends discuss Sandemanianism. Continue reading →
Heidelvideo #8—Why I’m Not Roman Catholic: History of the 7 Sacraments
Dr. R. Scott Clark explores the historical development of the seven sacraments and why the Reformation only recognizes the two instituted by Christ. He examines the Council of Trent and medieval debates to show how ecclesiastical practices evolved into dogma over time. Continue reading →
Ninth Circuit Affirms Freedom Of Religious Organizations To Hire Whom They Will
In a unanimous decision Tuesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit ruled that the Yakima Union Gospel Mission is free to hire like-minded employees who share and live out the mission’s religious beliefs and purpose to spread the gospel . . . Continue reading →
Review: Christians Reading Classics: An Introduction To Greco-Roman Classics From Homer To Boethius By Nadya Williams
It may be because I grew up reading Greco-Roman classics, but this book touched me deeply. At first, I thought it was one of the many books underlining the importance of reading the classics— and this book certainly does this. But it . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: The USA is not Old Testament Israel (Part 1)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about how the USA is not Old Testament Israel. Continue reading →
Erick Erickson Versus The Theobros
Yesterday, my family went to church. It was the end of our church’s annual Missions Conference. The guest pastor had led the conference. He had come over from Leeds in the United Kingdom. His sermon, and the whole conference, focused on the . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: What is Reformed Theology (Part 13): Glorification
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about Reformed Theology. Continue reading →
Against the Theology of Glory (Part 2)
Nowhere in the Gospels, perhaps nowhere in the New Testament, is the union between Christ and believers and its implications taught more clearly than in John 15:1–17. Jesus outlines the truth that he is the vine and those who are united to Him by the Holy Spirit in true faith bear fruit. Jesus says he will consummate this union by laying down his own life for his friends, those whom he has chosen. Continue reading →
Good Works Matter Because They Are Fruit On A Growing Root
Good works matter because they are the fruit growing on the root of love. After all, God created humanity as an act of love toward us. He made us to glorify and enjoy Him. By ruling creation in righteousness, we would have . . . Continue reading →
Luther: Not Only For Others But For Me Too
…believe that Christ was given not only for the sins of others but also for yours. Hold to this firmly, and do not let anything deprive you of this sweet definition of Christ, which brings joy even to the angels in heaven: . . . Continue reading →
Rural Ministry In Review: Challenges, Changes, And The Need For Commitment
As believers, we know the Lord’s promises. We know that he has promised to build his church. We know that he has promised that the gates of hell shall not prevail against it (Matt 16:18). But if we are being honest, we . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: What is Reformed Theology (Part 12): Sanctification
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about Reformed Theology. Continue reading →
What Not To Do When Visiting The Dying
In the video he tells the story of how he visited John MacArthur as he, MacArthur, was dying. He recounts how he began by doing something “that men do not often do to men like him but should do all the time. I walked in and I said ‘Dr. MacArthur, is it well with your soul? Are you reading the Word, talk to me about your prayer life. How is your communion with Christ?’” Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of March 2–8, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of March 2–8, 2026. Continue reading →
Dame Fortune Is A Pagan Myth
Dame Fortune is a pagan myth. Random chance is a pagan myth. Things do not just happen, even if it might seem that way to us. Getting to grips with the doctrine of providence is central to our piety. Ursinus reminds us, . . . Continue reading →