Recently in light of the increasing challenges by the persistent and penetrating movement of Progressive Christianity within the Evangelical Church in general and my own denomination—the Presbyterian Church in…
The PCA doesn’t want a bigger tent. That was the clear message sent last week to the 48th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) in St.…
[Editor’s Note: For “Part 1” of Dr. Strain’s two-part article, click here.] Having stated the scriptural and ecclesiastical necessity of confessions, the purpose of this second article is to…
In my judgment, the subject of confessional integrity is vital for the health and fruitfulness of the ministry entrusted to the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) in our generation.[1]…
During the new members class of my church, I tell the people that there is one question I will never resent them asking. The question is: “Are we being…
The Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) is at a crossroads. Nobody likes it. Everyone recognizes it. It’s gut-wrenching, especially for seasoned PCA presbyters and longtime church members. The Open…
At the 2002 General Assembly, the PCA adopted what is deemed as “good faith subscription.” This gives each presbytery the right to determine whether a candidate for gospel ministry…
If you ask a seasoned elder about the most difficult trials in his ministry, what are you likely to hear? You may hear about fierce debates across conference tables…
Click HERE to watch all the 2021 GRN Conference Talks! Click below to watch Dr. Richard Phillips’ Pre-Conference Talk, “The Gospel Issues of Revoice & Gay Christianity” 2021…
Pastors need a robust and secure theological foundation. But they also need the skill to best to teach those truths to the people of God in a Christian discipleship…