Toward a Christian Philosophy of History

Over the past few years---due to teaching assignments, writing projects, and personal interest---I've done a fair amount of reading and reflection on the Genesis creation narrative. One the major questions with which professing evangelicals are currently wrestling is how we should understand the Genesis account as it pertains specifically to the existence of Adam and … Continue reading Toward a Christian Philosophy of History

History, Theology, and Edwards' Devotion to the Bible

Jonathan Edwards is well-known for his devotion to Scripture; not only for his commitment to biblical doctrine, but also for his deriving that doctrine from its original source: the Scriptures themselves. In Edwards' two volume collected works, there is a massive 140 page section entitled 'Notes on the Bible,' which contains over 1500 numbered entries … Continue reading History, Theology, and Edwards' Devotion to the Bible

‘The Roots of Endurance’ by John Piper

I love biographies.  I love John Piper.  So I really love biographies written by John Piper.  The Roots of Endurance: Invincible Perseverance in the Lives of John Newton, Charles Simeon and William Wilberforce is the third book (of four) in the Swans are not Silent biography series.  Piper, each year, hosts a pastor's conference at his church.  … Continue reading ‘The Roots of Endurance’ by John Piper