Stories of our Reformation-era forebears captivate the imagination. The heroism, conviction, earnestness, and vigor of Luther, Calvin, Zwingli, Bucer, Bullinger, Knox, Ursinus, and the like are nothing short of…
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ConfessionalReformationSanctificationTheology
7 Assertions Regarding Justification & Sanctification
Clarity for Our Soteriologyby Richard Phillips October 27, 2023There is an important discussion taking place within the church regarding the relationship of justification to sanctification. This topic is crucial to us getting the gospel right today while…
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ChurchConfessionalMinistryMissionTheology
Confessionalism & Mission
Why the Church Needs a Confession for Pursuing Its Missionby David Strain October 24, 2023As part of the 2022 “Mission of the Church” Conference at Westminster Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Newcastle, England, GRN Executive Council member Dr. David T. A. Strain delivered an…
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ChurchConfessionalLeadershipMinistry
Popular-Level & Practical Theology from the GRN
by Melton L. Duncan October 16, 2023Do you appreciate thoughtful and interesting podcasts? When on the road for 20, 30, or 60 minutes to a pastoral visit, while running an errand, or going to a…
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ConfessionalLeadershipMinistry
On the Virtues of “Intemperate” Speech
by Russell St. John June 7, 2023Introduction The past few years have witnessed an increasing number of accusations of “intemperate” speech on the floor of General Assembly. Often it seems as though the accused stands…
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Images of Jesus Christ are easy to find. They can be found on everything from Christmas cards to children’s bibles to screen adaptations like The Passion of the Christ,…
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If we are being completely honest with ourselves, the spiritual discipline of fasting is far from “top-of-mind” in our thinking about the Christian life. Yet, it is one of…
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ConfessionalReformationTheologyVideoWorship
Who Should Lead Public Worship?
A Brief Video from Dr. Jon Payneby Jon Payne December 12, 2022Who Should Lead Public Worship? A Brief Video from Dr. Jon Payne was last modified: December 20th, 2022 by Jon Payne
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ChurchConfessionalMinistryTheology
A Needful Departure
Greg Johnson and Memorial Presbyterian have left the PCAby Jon Payne November 18, 2022It’s official. Greg Johnson and his congregation have voted to leave the Presbyterian Church in America.[1] It’s a sad departure, especially for a church that has been affiliated with…
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ConfessionalMinistrySanctificationUncategorizedWorship
The Benefits and Blessings of Lord’s Day Evening Worship
A Brief Video from Dr. Jon Payneby GRN November 10, 2022The Benefits and Blessings of Lord’s Day Evening Worship A Brief Video from Dr. Jon Payne was last modified: November 12th, 2022 by GRN