“The Winner Theology promoted in this book does not square with Scripture’s vision for true ‘victory’ for those in Christ.”
I am grateful for the good work that continues to be done by @TGC in articles like this.
Here is my @TGC review article of Loser Theology, published by @canonpress. I appreciate Clary's call for moral clarity and courage but present eight reasons for caution and concern with this project. https://t.co/c0WveKy5U2
The critics of complementarianism are increasing on both sides. But decades later, I still love Danvers Complementarianism. It is sturdy enough to hold the line, and to guard against distortions in both directions.
Complementarianism was supposed to settle the question of women in the church. It didn’t.
Now, the drift toward egalitarianism and feminism in the church has only accelerated. Some churches say they are complementarian but adopt the posture that “a woman may do anything a non-ordained man may do.” May a woman preach on Mother’s Day “under the authority” of the elders? What about teaching a Sunday school class or leading a small group? May a woman serve as a deacon? What about the growing number of women enrolled in seminaries?
Drawing from years of experience helping their own churches navigate these issues, pastors D. @dmichaelclary) and Zachary M. Garris (@ZacharyGarris) argue that mainstream complementarianism was never sturdy enough to hold the line. They wrote this book to give the church something firmer.
Coming January 2027 from @Founders_Press.
Preorder your copy today for $21.98: https://t.co/FQlnsp9ka6
The more we sense and accept our difference from the world, the greater our influence will be. The more we allow the secular society to affect us, morally and spiritually, the more we lose our saltiness. @dandoriani
Sinclair Ferguson warns ministers against an "oppositional tone" in preaching, where the pastor preaches in an "attack mode" and is "coming down upon the people instead of bringing them up to the Lord Jesus Christ."
He says there is a way in which men can even preach the great indicative truths of the Scriptures in an imperative tone because of the preacher's affections.
Sinclair includes this great line that the people need to hear that "the only interest Jesus has in their sin is to get rid of it."
Really convicting stuff here for preachers.
C.J. Mahaney has helped many be better pastors. I am excited for this volume of his sermons on pastoral ministry, coming this fall from Sovereign Grace Publishing.
Those are my friends Dan & Jodie Birkholz. Dan was installed as an elder and Sr. Pastor of Cross of Grace Church in Chaska, MN this morning. It was a happy, Christ-exalting day.
For every pastor who makes headlines for hypocrisy, abuse of power, or celebrity-driven ministry, there are hundreds of humble, godly pastors faithfully serving their churches week after week.
Social media is not representative of reality.
@ccef is offering David Powlison's legacy course, "Theology & Secular Psychology." I believe this course will be both helpful and clarifying for many of the conversations which are happening today. Registration opens 9/24.
https://t.co/m4Y40Ol5Tx
What we give our attention to shapes how we see the world.
Andy Farmer reminds us to look beyond the constant stream of news and fix our hope on the Kingdom of God.
Read more:https://t.co/rZu1xTeUxk
It was a joy to write this article for @TGC. Spurgeon published more words in English than any Christian to date. So where on earth does one start? I offer some recommendations here.
Start Here: A Beginner's Guide to Reading Charles H. Spurgeon https://t.co/uCAxat2z02
I'm happy to share my biography of C. H. Spurgeon is back on the market off a fresh reprint. It's availableat @RHB_Books and should be popping back up on Amazon soon!
https://t.co/DSSxWG2IHG
Join us on August 30th when Dr. Michael Emlet of @ccef gives a lecture based on his book, “Descriptions and Prescriptions: A Biblical Perspective On Psychiatric Diagnoses And Medications” at SNT! The lecture will be followed by a Q&A. Read more here: https://t.co/rmLKcrG6fU
Oh, to finish like Paul!
“I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:6–8
The Westminster Bookstore has a 40% discount on my new book Mere Complementarianism--the best deal I've seen yet.
A link to the deal is in the thread below: