Addicts and the Church (Welch)

Addictions are no joke. Perhaps you know someone who has been or is addicted to alcohol, drugs, pills, or pornography. Addictions take over a person's life. They prohibit deep relationships, meaningful living, and joy in life. If you're struggling with an addiction, or you know someone who is, get help or help others get help! …

Luther’s Letter to Pope Leo X: “I Long for Peace”

In October 1520, Martin Luther sent a letter to Pope Leo X. Not long before this, Luther received the papal bull, which condemned the Reformer for his scathing criticisms of the church (including his ninety-five theses from 1517). Luther's letter to the Pope was civil and thoughtful. While he didn't retract his harsh critiques of …

Don’t Leave Your Church For Petty Reasons (Calvin)

There are valid reasons to leave a local church. False doctrine, spiritual or physical abuse, and unbiblical worship are a few legitimate reasons to leave a church. There are also invalid reasons to leave a church. We shouldn't leave a church if the youth group is too small, if the worship times aren't ideal, or …

Love, Fellowship, and the Church (Stott)

Reading through parts of John Stott's Basic Christianity again is a pleasant exercise. This afternoon I was reading the section Stott wrote about the church. The whole section is too long to share here, but I've put some parts of it below. May it be a source of encouragement and direction for you today! Sin …

Using Our Gifts (Guinness)

This is my favorite book on Christian calling (vocation): The Call by Os Guinness. I just took it down off my shelf again and I hope to re-read it this week. Here's one section I found just now as I was looking for something in the book. It's a section I have marked up extensively. …