Why was the American Revolution, of all great revolutions, the only successful one, resulting in two centuries and more of unexampled freedom and prosperity? The French Revolution, by contrast, illuminated by America’s example and Enlightenment thought, began in blissful optimism but collapsed . . . Continue reading →
Review: Zeal Without Burnout: Seven Keys To A Lifelong Ministry Of Sustainable Sacrifice By Christopher Ash
For various reasons, people in many different professions today are experiencing burnout in alarming numbers. We live in an era when people are always going, always doing, and never stopping. They are busy at work and busy at play. If you ask . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: A Word To The Reconquistadores (Or Why The CRC Is Not The PCUSA) (Part 1)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about the CRC. Continue reading →
An Interesting Conversation at My Door
Recently, a Roman Catholic laywoman and a male companion (who stood behind her with his rosary, saying prayers) came to my door on behalf of St. Mary Catholic Church in Escondido. She asked if there were any Catholics in the house. I . . . Continue reading →
Dear Pastor, Sometimes Turning The Other Cheek Means Taking It On The Chin
This is an important question because as a minister, I promise and guarantee that you will be the subject of ridicule, criticism, slander, libel, and the like—and this conduct, sadly, can often come from other ministers. Though a fair share of this . . . Continue reading →
Another Dangerous DSA: The Digital Services Act
When the First Amendment was written, having a public debate meant gathering in a town hall, a public square, or some other meeting place where ideas could clash face-to-face. The Framers of our Constitution knew that open dialogue and robust debate are . . . Continue reading →
Doctrine Before Reform: J. Gresham Machen And The Social Gospel
J. Gresham Machen was born in Baltimore on this day in 1881, into a prosperous and cultivated Presbyterian family. After studying at Johns Hopkins University, Princeton University, and Princeton Theological Seminary, he continued his education in Germany before returning to Princeton Seminary . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: Does the Nicene Creed Require Baptismal Regeneration?
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about baptismal regeneration. Continue reading →
Politics Is Downstream From Culture And Culture Is Downstream From Virtue
To avoid the sin of ideology in political life requires one to maintain the perspective that Kirk and Voegelin expressed in their work. As much as conservatism is about specific objectives such as keeping private associations vibrant, avoiding excessive government interference in . . . Continue reading →
Top Five Posts For The Week Of July 20–26, 2026
These were the top five posts for the week of July 20–26, 2026. Continue reading →
From Revival To Rest: The Exciting Next Step For Madison Reformed Church
My hometown Madison, Indiana, is in many ways the quintessential small town in America. It was recently voted one of Indiana’s best main streets. Outside my window, I can see Kentucky across the river. If you have read one of Wendell Berry’s . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast For July 26, 2026: Best of… God’s Holy Law (5)
In this “Best of” episode, Dr. Clark discusses God’s holy law. Continue reading →
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: Should Joining a Small Group be Required for Church Membership?
In this episode of the Heidelcast, the Superfriends discuss small group and church membership. Continue reading →
The Mountain Is Not Yet Ascended: The King And His People As The Nations Rage in Psalms 25–33 (Part 1)—Psalm 25 And The Unashamed Life
Have you no shame? This question usually suggests that we are doing something that ought to shame us. Society has standards, and when we fail to live up to them, people think we should have a sense of guilt and that our . . . Continue reading →
Boring, Muddledheaded, And Banal
Philosopher James K. A. Smith suffered through a period of profound depression. He found solace and insight in the writings of some of the great Christian mystics. And what he learned, he tells us, is that there is a wisdom and peace . . . Continue reading →
Video: Communion with God in Scripture (Part 1)—Creation Foundations
Harrison Perkins speaks at the IPC Catalyst Conference. The Christian’s Communion: Fellowship with the Triune God in Life and Ministry – Communion with God in Scripture. Continue reading →
DeYoung Reviews John Mark Comer’s Practicing The Way
If I had to describe Comer’s theological tribe in a sentence I’d say that he is deeply indebted to the Renovaré tradition of spiritual formation. Founded in 1988 by Richard Foster (b. 1942), Renovaré’s mission is to “imagine a world in which . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: On Humanizing And Dehumanizing
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about humanizing and dehumanizing. Continue reading →
Review: To Live Well: Practical Wisdom For Moving Through Chaotic Times By Alan Noble
“Religious ignorance and a general unconcernedness about divine things, together with the most profuse dissipation and a growing disregard of moral virtue, are the reigning characteristics of the present age.”1 So wrote Augustus Toplady in a letter to a friend in 1776. Although . . . Continue reading →
The Struggle Of One Reformed Pastor Against The Nazis
At that time, tensions were also growing in society. The economic crisis following the Wall Street Crash of 1929 destabilized both Dutch and wider European society. While the economy in the Netherlands collapsed, in neighboring Germany the National Socialists assumed power and . . . Continue reading →