I have recently become a great-grandfather, welcoming two great-granddaughters and one great-grandson into our family. Here some biblical thoughts about childrearing that I am passing on to my grandchildren and…
Category: Ligonier Ministries
Upcoming Always Ready Conferences
Teenagers hear mixed messages about who they are, what’s true, and where to find meaning in life. Our Always Ready youth conferences prepare students to respond to these ideas with…
What Is a Sacrament?
Throughout church history, there have been perhaps few issues that have led to as many disputes as the sacraments. We’ve seen debates over how many sacraments there are, how these…
Always Ready: Live Tomorrow
Teenagers hear mixed messages about who they are, what’s true, and where to find meaning in life. It is vital that they are prepared to respond to these ideas with…
Mature in Christ
One of the greatest joys of pastoral ministry is preaching the Word of God to the people of God every Lord’s Day, morning and evening. However, it is also one…
The Blessing of Godly Grandparents
The Scriptures make clear the necessity for God’s people to pass down a godly heritage. Knowledge and commitment to the truth must be passed on to the following generations (see…
A Pilgrim People
There is just something about being at home, isn’t there? I am reminded of this every time I travel. As I write this column, it has been only a few…
Who Was Elizabeth Prentiss?
Elizabeth Prentiss was born in Portland, Maine, in 1818. Her father, Edward Payson, was a widely known and greatly respected pastor. He died of tuberculosis just before her ninth birthday,…
Courage for a New School Year
At this time of year, young people are embarking on a new chapter in their lives. Some are heading back to school while others are starting at a new school…
For the Glory of God
At the church I co-pastor, Saint Andrew’s Chapel in Sanford, Florida, we are deliberate about making sure that both our church members and visitors understand the doctrinal basis of our…