Posts from July 2023
Essential Features of a Good Church
Looking for a legitimately good church? Or if you already have a home church, are you curious to see how it stacks up as a local body of worship? Whatever the case, it’s important to know and identify what a solid church is like, as a vibrant, growing, evangelical, Bible-believing church serves as a hub for the spiritual development of its members, and a beacon of the Gospel for the broader community. But what specifically defines a good, evangelical, Bible-believing church?…
Standing Firm! A Guide for Christian Men to Resist Temptation
In a world filled with countless distractions and temptations, the Christian walk is indeed a difficult journey. It calls for unyielding resolve and exceptional steadfastness, especially for men who bear a weighty responsibility to live and lead by example. Yet, the question arises: how can one resist the lures of temptation that constantly beckon? Drawing from Biblical principles, we unravel this perplexing question in the hopes of equipping Christian men to overcome temptation. Acknowledge the Reality of Temptation Firstly, it…
Transitioning from Participant to Leader of the Faith
Every Christian’s journey is unique, both from their starting point before salvation, and then all the way through where God ultimately takes them in their walk with Jesus. What I’m going to focus on in this article is where Christian men are after receiving Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Many believers are “on fire” for Jesus for a short bit and then quickly transform into lukewarm participants in the faith. However, to truly embrace and embody the teachings…
The Faith Once Committed – A Call to Remember and Endure
“Yea, I think it meet, as long as I am in this tabernacle, to stir you up by putting you in remembrance;” – 2 Peter 1:13 [KJV] This is a puzzling thing, but as I peruse the Scriptures, the phenomenon of forgetfulness permeates the New Testament as well. One could point a condemning finger at Israel with their incredible experiences and wonder how they could ever forget God, but that isn’t entirely fair, is it? Sure, the Lord provided feasts…
Allister Begg – Favorite Pastors Series
One of my absolute favorite expositors and storytellers has to be Allister Begg, the latest in my Favorite Pastors Series. Pastor Alistair Begg is a prominent figure in contemporary Christian ministry, known for his faithful preaching, commitment to biblical truth, and dedication to the expository teaching of the Word of God. He has had a significant impact on countless lives through his pastoral work, radio broadcasts, and writing. Alistair Begg was born on May 23, 1952, in Glasgow, Scotland. Raised…
R.C. Sproul – Favorite Pastors Series
You know I would feature this giant of 20th Century faith eventually. Next on my list of Favorite All-Time Pastors is the one and only Dr. R.C. Sproul. Robert Charles Sproul (1939-2017) was a renowned American pastor, theologian, author, and teacher who profoundly impacted the Christian faith. Born on February 13, 1939, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, R.C. dedicated his life to proclaiming the truth of God’s Word and defending the essential reformed doctrines of Christianity. Sproul’s journey into ministry began during…
How Pride Can Ruin Christian Male Leadership
“When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.” – Proverbs 11:2 [ESV] Pride is a powerful and insidious force that can undermine the effectiveness of Christian male leadership in a variety of ways. At its core, pride is all about self-aggrandizement, seeking to elevate oneself above others and to place one’s own interests and desires above the needs and well-being of others. When pride is allowed to take root in the hearts and minds of Christian…