Introduction As I lifted my hands, scanned the room, and gave my first benediction, the realization that I really was a pastor now hit me like a ton of…
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ConfessionalLeadership
Remembering Our Solemn Vows
Why PCA Pastors Need Confessional Integrityby Matthew Adams September 8, 2025Introduction In an age of theological drift and cultural upheaval, the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) finds itself at a crossroads. The strength of our denomination has always been…
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LeadershipRuling EldersTheology
A Strong And Perfect Plea
Shepherding & Preaching The Intercession of Christby Philip Ryan August 29, 2025Introduction The doctrine of the intercession of Jesus Christ is one that, as Mark Jones reminds us, we “cannot afford to be ignorant about.” (1) The simplest definition of…
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ConfessionalPreaching
The Missing Piece Of Today’s “Gospel” Preaching
by Doug Griffith August 26, 2025Introduction As a retired former Senior Pastor, I’ve had the time to hear a variety of sermons in conservative Reformed churches, primarily in the PCA. I admit that, as…
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Go and gather the elders of Israel together and say to them, ‘The LORD, the God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, has…
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FamilyLeadershipSanctification
9 Characteristics Of The Spirit-Filled Life
by Wilson Van Hooser August 11, 2025And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit. Ephesians 5:18 Be Filled With The Spirit What does it mean for…
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PreachingTheology
When Therapeutic Language Affects The Gospel
Confronting "Brokenness" & The Victim Mindset With Christ's Active Obedienceby Matthew Adams August 8, 2025Introduction The active obedience of Christ is vital to a biblical and Reformed understanding of Christ’s atoning work. Christ’s active obedience emphasizes that Jesus not only died for our…
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ConfessionalMinistrySanctificationTheology
To Live in the Bible
Immersion in God's Wordby Zachary Groff July 23, 2025Introduction The great nineteenth century English Baptist preacher Charles Spurgeon (1834-92) was famous for his witty aphorisms, many of which were woven into the warp and woof of his…
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* Editor’s Note — The Gospel Reformation Network is grateful for the life and legacy of John MacArthur (1939-2035). The following are tributes from members of the GRN Executive…
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MinistryPreaching
Healthy & Unhealthy Motives For Preaching To College Students
by Wilson Van Hooser July 11, 2025Introduction In the spirit of Ecclesiastes, when it comes to preaching there is nothing new under the sun. We ought not to want what’s new but the new is…