Category Archives: Pastoral Care

Shepherds or CEOs?

Posted on June 5, 2008 by

The comparison is not new. Nor is the point one which has only recently been made by many within the church and especially among pastors. Even on this blog I have made it clear in posts past that I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiology, Pastoral Care | 4 Comments

The Pure Delight in Obedience

Posted on May 30, 2008 by

In reading Geerhardus Vos this morning (Biblical Theology, pg 32), I came across this little gem: To do the good and reject the evil from a reasoned insight into their respective natures is a noble thing, but it is a … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Recommendations, Christian Living, Pastoral Care

A Theology of Suffering

Posted on April 23, 2008 by

I’m beginning to appreciate in my ministry the importance of not only having a sound theology of suffering, but of the importance of teaching this to your people as well. Scripture speaks loudly and often on the subject, but it … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Pastoral Care, Suffering | 10 Comments

Christ is Risen! He is Risen, Indeed!

Posted on March 23, 2008 by

If any person is devout and loves God, let him come to this radiant triumphant feast. If any person is a wise follower, let him enter into the joy of his Lord, rejoicing. If any have fasted long, let him … Continue reading →

Posted in Church History, Liturgy and Worship, Pastoral Care, Resurrection | 2 Comments

Berkhof on The Essential Character of Sin

Posted on March 15, 2008 by

Among the many systematic theologians out there and the systematic theologies they produce, Berkhof is among the standards for those of us in the reformed and Presbyterian camp. On page 227 of his Systematic Theology he says this about sin: … Continue reading →

Posted in Biblical Theology, Book Recommendations, Christian Living, Pastoral Care, Sin