Exploring the origins of the New Testament canon and other biblical and theological issues
Let's just get it out there. Preaching is hard.In the midst of all the disputes over preaching, this fact remains undisputed. Yes, preaching is wonderful and exhilarating. But, it is also exhausting, frustrating, and difficult. Whether a person … [Continue reading]
I've been pleased this year to see so many encouraging responses to my new book, Christianity at the Crossroads: How the Second Century Shaped the Future of the Church (IVP Academic, 2018). Who would've thought people would be interested in the … [Continue reading]
When it comes to being a seminary professor, I enjoy not just the teaching but also the watching. That is, I enjoy watching to see how God will use each of our grads in ministry over the years. It is a reminder that our labor has not been in … [Continue reading]
I continue to work my way through a series entitled “The 10 Commandments of Progressive Christianity.” It’s an examination of 10 core tenets of progressive (or liberal) Christianity offered by Richard Rohr, but really based on the book by Philip … [Continue reading]
Some things never change. At least when it comes to what critics think of Christianity.When we hear modern-day stereotypes of Christianity we might assume that they are, well, modern. These are criticisms, we think, that pertain to the present … [Continue reading]
