Monthly Archives: January 2007

Congratulations to those of you who correctly guessed the name of my proposed New England university. I opted for a hyphenated name: Pitino-Mohler University. Thanks to all who guessed. Actually, the name I thought of was indeed Edwards University, which … Continue reading →

I have an idea. It’s a little crazy. How about this: a Reformed university in New England that is devoted to first-rate academic scholarship and gracious orthodoxy. How does that sound? Let me know your thoughts. This week, I’ll unveil … Continue reading →

Charles Sykes is an incisive cultural critic. In A Nation of Victims, published in 1992, he offers the following thoughts that are relevant to this week’s topic: “In their eagerness to accommodate the needs of the new age, parents often … Continue reading →

The modern parent seems to see their child not so much as a soul to be led to God but as a spectacle. People today have children not so much to fulfill the creation mandate and nurture their children morally … Continue reading →

One of the things I’m noticing most lately is the tendency of Christians to live according to the world without realizing it. Part of this is natural. We are in the world, after all; and most of us do not … Continue reading →

I’m currently writing a paper on the theme of the power of Christ’s word as portrayed by John in his Gospel. It’s an interesting theme, but it makes for alot of writing. That makes for little time for blogging. So, … Continue reading →

Just how many bands are out there right now, making music, hoping to be the next big thing? As many, I would guess, as there are stars in the sky. In an age when most anyone can afford recording equipment, … Continue reading →

Here’s my last post on this topic. It’s prompted by a comment from my friend Jed, who asked me if my latest thoughts on authority represent a departure from earlier statements I made about earrings, clothing, and contextualization. I haven’t … Continue reading →

For those of you who don’t check the 9Marks website, I want to point out an article I wrote on pastoral discipleship that was just published. It’s called “Befriending Timothy.” Read it if you can and let me know what … Continue reading →

As Christians, we’re pretty good at spotting the sins we hear talked about alot in church: failing in our devotion to God, lusting, getting angry, and that sort of thing. All of these things need to be addressed and fought … Continue reading →