Past Articles
Theology
The Foundation of Our Calling
Studying theology can be hard––hard on us psychologically and spiritually, personally as well as interpersonally. We can find out more about ourselves than we ever wanted to know. Yet we can learn more about God than we could ever dream.
Church and Culture
Preparing to Vote on the Amendments
Those who oppose us and our convictions are not “the enemy” who attempts to take something precious away from us ––a place of and space for ministry within the PC(USA) ––and so we may be tempted to hold on to our stations ever more dearly. Instead, they who oppose us are the precious thing the enemy of the church attempts to take away from us and, thus, we are best advised to hold on ever more dearly to them.
Church and Culture
Shall God Alone Remain Lord of the Conscience?
For centuries, Presbyterian Churches have believed and understood that the Christian liberty which Jesus Christ purchased for us by his undeserved but willing death on the cross includes the freedom of conscience. But now it is under attack.
Church and Culture
What Happened at GA226: Where Will the Boundaries Be?
The PC(USA) General Assembly has voted for a measure that is intended to severely limit the voice and influence of the theologically orthodox.
Theology
Reformed Accents
The Reformed tradition and the churches that embody that tradition share in the faith of the one holy catholic apostolic church. They also share Protestant emphases on Scripture, justification, and the ministry of the whole people of God. However, within these commonalities, Reformed churches represent some distinctive perspectives on Christian faith and life.
Theology
The Yoke That Bears Us Up
We are to take Jesus’ yoke upon ourselves, surrendering willfulness in self-regard as we undertake the life work to which Jesus calls us.
Church and Culture
“Live Not By Lies”
The Olympia overture conflicts not only with the church’s traditional position of biblical sexual ethics, but also with our long-held commitment to freedom of conscience.
Church and Culture
Keeping Our Vows: A Pledge of Presbyterian Officers
An overture to this year’s PC(USA) General Assembly intends to force those of us who are officers in the church to affirm what we do not believe, thus violating our constitutionally protected freedom of conscience as well as the historic doctrines of creation and redemption well articulated in our confessions.
The Institute for Theological Education
The Institute for Theological Education seeks to provide theological instruction that is biblical and from the mainstream of the Reformed tradition. Its primary purpose is to equip the next generation of ministers for Presbyterian and other Christian congregations.
