The Savior of the World — the Gospel in Genesis 12-50

The gospel of Christ can be preached from every book of the Bible--even Genesis 12-50.

Protoevangelium — the Gospel in Genesis 1-11

The gospel of Christ can be preached from every book of the Bible--and it starts in the opening chapters of Genesis.

Is “Excommunication” Biblical?

A look at the occurrences of the word "excommunication" in the Bible, and what it means for this practice.

Why I am a Southern Baptist

While I could still change my mind in the coming years, this is why I am more than content identifying with Southern Baptists.

The Sacraments, Unity, and Jesus’ Will

Why is a proper understanding of baptism and the Lord's Supper critical? . . . John 17:21-23.

Unity in Christ’s Broken Body

With a million understandings of the Lord's Supper available, Christians fail to display the unity for which Christ prayed. . . . 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

What is Baptism?

Baptism is a unifying aspect of Christianity (Ephesians 4:4), and as such, the vast array of viewpoints on the topic make Jesus' prayer in John 17:21 a seeming impossibility. What does the Bible say about baptism? . . . 1 Peter 3:21.

What is Love?

Love is the most misunderstood word in the English language. . . . 1 John 4:8, 16.

Live by Faith — a current reflection

I often struggle with faith, but thankfully there is grace. . . . various texts.

God Demands Blamelessness from His Shepherds for the Salvation of the World

There's a sexual abuse scandal in the SBC, and the solution is simple--though certainly not easy. . . . Titus 1:6-9.