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Does Scripture permit women to hold the office of deacon? In addressing this important question, we must bear a couple of things in mind. First, Reformed pastors and theologians,…

In recent days, the evangelical church in North America has been particularly cognizant of scandal within her walls: allegations and confirmations and stories of abuses of various kinds have…

When I first considered writing an article on the subject of earnest prayer, my first impulse was to say no. After all, this is an area where I struggle,…

When I was in third grade, my teacher, Mrs. Everett, stopped and pulled me aside to speak to me. She got down on my level, looked me straight in…

I’m a mother to four children ages three and under. Yes, my hands are full, but so are our closets. In a household of rapidly growing little bodies, I’ve…

Editor’s Note: This is part 10 in a 10 part series on Westminster Larger Catechism Question and Answer 154-160. Every preaching textbook includes at least some discussion on the…

The Presbyterian Church in America has been my church for over twenty-six years. I have benefited greatly from its verdant pastures of Christ-centered ministry. Since the PCA’s founding on…

Recently my wife and I had a rare opportunity to go out to eat. Wanting to make the most of it, I chose a restaurant that I knew had…

A mentor of mine once remarked, “It’s OK to have nice things; it’s not OK for nice things to have you.” While helpful, this counsel fails to satisfy the…

Editor’s Note: This is part 8 in a 10 part series on Westminster Larger Catechism Question and Answer 154-160. I was raised in a church tradition where sermons were…