Kregel has done something in their Kerux commentary series that not many other commentary series have tried: they match up an established biblical scholar with a proven preacher in each volume. This allows the volumes in the series to be deeply academic and practically helpful for pastors who are trying to craft careful sermons from […]
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In 1947, the United States was coming out of a world war, and the American church was dealing with the developing challenge of theological liberalism. In response to the theological drift within so many denominations, Fundamentalism had arisen. Fundamentalism focused on holding firmly to the “fundamentals” of the faith. However, a spirit of mistrust began
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Did you choose God or did God choose you? At the core of the conversation about divine election lies the answer to that question. No, the entire debate cannot be simplified that far, but the entire debate does have a watershed dividing point. The answer to that question determines which side of that watershed a
“He has anger issues.” “She has no filter, when she gets passionate about something, the words just come out.” The language of anger permeates American culture. Look around at any talk show, news program, or political rally, and it seems like anger is the order of the day. Oddly enough, what is accepted as perfectly
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Life can be hard. Full stop. And yet Christians should be known for their joy and peace, no matter the external circumstances. How does that work? Ray Ortland seeks to tackle that challenge in his recent book, Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost. By using
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