[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhN2VgdJp_c[/youtube] What might draw a crowd of 20,000 people today to listen to an open-air message of the gospel? For the eighteenth-century preacher, George Whitefield, this was not an uncommon … READ MORE
Reverse Thinking
A must-see video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgFU5Ak88-k Reverse Thinking. It's the result of the new birth—being born again. I'm reminded of the words of Jesus in John 3: "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot … READ MORE
Elisabeth Elliot on Discipleship

Elisabeth Elliot explains that the word "disciple" simply means learner. And learning to understand the way of the Cross is difficult. It requires self-abandonment, sacrifice, and trust in the One worth learning from. As a child of twelve, she … READ MORE
Faithful to the End

The New Testament is chock-full of stories of men who fought hard—faithful to the end—whatever the cost. If you're like me, you may have wondered, "What ever happened to these men?" Judas Iscariot, as we know, failed to remain faithful. The others … READ MORE
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God

The most famous sermon in American history Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God. It's the most famous sermon in American history. Just ask your high school student. The sermon is included in most English or History curriculum. In this famous homily, … READ MORE
Our “humble theology”

I love this first paragraph in Michael Horton's new systematic theology titled, The Christian Faith: In 1949, the English playwright and novelist Dorothy Sayers observed the common antipathy in her day toward doctrine: “‘Dull dogma,’ they call it.” … READ MORE
Blue Letter Links (on Japan) [3.16.11]
Today's links are about the devastation in Japan. As Christians, let us remember that the gospel of Jesus Christ is still good news (the best news), even in the midst of disaster. Keep Japan in your prayers. A shocking video of the … READ MORE
What Is the Purpose of Marriage?
Pastor James MacDonald reminds us that the purpose of marriage is, ultimately, the glory of God: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mszN2GvsK84 James MacDonald is a pastor, author, Bible teacher, and speaker. He serves Jesus and His global church … READ MORE
“The gospel calls us back again and again”

Lesslie Newbigin, a Church of Scotland missionary to India, tells us what gospel mission is all about: “The logic of mission is this: the true meaning of the human story has been disclosed. Because it is the truth, it must be shared universally. It … READ MORE