The results are in. The Southern Baptist Convention has declined once again in membership and baptisms. Even while we gained churches—thanks to our emphasis on church planting—we haven’t seen that result in baptisms or added membership. In response to this… Continue Reading
There is a way of “[delving] into secret, shadowy regions of the heart” that is helpful. But there is also a way of “idol mining” that is dangerous and deadly to your soul. It is this deadly digging that we… Continue Reading
One of the charges often leveled against Calvinism is that it hinders growth in holiness. It is often asked, “If God is going to bring his elect to maturity then why bother engaging in spiritual disciplines”? It is thought that… Continue Reading
I was going through some of my books the other day and came across a book that pretty heavily influenced me when I was first a believer: Brother Lawrence’s Practice in the Presence of God. I thought I’d give it… Continue Reading