FIRST-PERSON: God with us
Christmas did not begin in Bethlehem. If we imagine the story starting only with Mary, Joseph, shepherds, and a manger, we shrink the glory of what God is doing. Long before an angel ever addressed a poor girl from Nazareth, long before Joseph endured the agony of suspicion and the comfort of divine reassurance, God had already announced Christmas.
FIRST-PERSON: The Glory-Thread: Romans, the manger and the cosmos
When I was a young pastor, I thought about and preached Romans the way most of us were taught. In doctrinal categories: sin (chapters 1-2), justification (3-5), sanctification (6-8), Israel (9–11) and practical duties (12-16). It was true. People were helped. But something always felt slightly disjointed. There was more to see and say about Romans.
FIRST-PERSON: Asbury, revival and Christian cynicism
ASHLAND, Ky. (BP) – Wednesday, Feb. 8, Asbury College had a chapel service. Chapel is a pretty ordinary experience at a Christian university. What is extraordinary is that the worship time that began on Feb. 8 is still going on as I write this on Feb. 13.
FIRST-PERSON: Where is Peng Shuai?
Where is Peng Shuai? Perhaps you have seen the social media posts asking this question. But, first, unless you are a hardcore tennis fan, you might need some clarity on about Peng Shuai.
FIRST-PERSON: I am too conservative to stay silent on racial injustices
"I speak out about issues of racial injustice for the same reason I speak out on abortion and same-sex marriage," David Prince says. "Namely, because I am a theological conservative committed to the authority and sufficiency of God's inerrant Word."
Listen to some Jerry Clower
LEXINGTON, Ky. (BP)--Listening to Jerry Clower will make you a better sermon-listener. Of course, many of you about now are asking yourself, "Who is Jerry Clower?"
