A British barrister’s “horrific” and violent abuse of more than 100 children and young men was covered up within the Church of England for decades, according to the conclusion of a damning report. John Smyth QC is believed to be the most . . . Continue reading →
Butterfield Contra The Premise Of Celibate Gay Theology
Celibate gay theology–which claims to uphold a traditional biblical view of sexuality– believes the “born this way” lie and has become the default compromise in evangelical churches and parachurch ministries. Celibate gay theology embraces homosexual orientation and identity but disallows gay sex. . . . Continue reading →
Ninth Circuit Enjoins Washington State’s Attempt To Force A Christian Mission To Hire Employees Who Reject The Mission’s Convictions
The panel affirmed the district court’s preliminary injunction prohibiting the enforcement of the Washington Law Against Discrimination (“WLAD”) against the Union Gospel Mission of Yakima, Washington—a Christian ministry—for preferring and hiring co-religionists for non-ministerial roles. WLAD prohibits employment discrimination based on several . . . Continue reading →
Religionless Spirituality Isn’t Just A Weigh Station
It is well known that many westerners today describe themselves as “spiritual but not religious.” Paul Heelas and Linda Woodhead define “spirituality as a life based not on external authorities and expectations but “in deep connection with the unique experiences of my . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast for September 6, 2026: Rome, Constantinople, or Geneva (Part 11): The Blessed Virgin Mary (1)
American Evangelical Christianity is in crisis. The story of how it got here is an important part of this series but there are several reasons so many evangelical Christians are discontent and looking for something else, something with historical roots, with a sense of tradition, with a sense of of transcendence, with reverent worship, and with a deeper view of the sacraments. Continue reading →
The Canons Of Dork #55 For September 5, 2026
Tale as old as time . . . Continue reading →
Is Praise & Worship Music A New Evangelical Sacrament?
Recent Evangelical experiments in worship are particularly significant for two reasons. First, they represent the most widespread changes in Protestant public worship since the Reformation. While various changes in worship had occurred earlier, they came much more slowly and were much less . . . Continue reading →
Heidelcast: Superfriends Saturday: What is the Ground for Special Offices in the Church?
In this episode of the Heidelcast, the Superfriends discuss special offices. Continue reading →
A Glorious Unfairness: Psalm 35 (Part 1)
In addition to our five senses, we are born with instinct. Like a sixth sense, instinct is a bit nebulous and mysterious but undeniable. There are different types of instincts; they come in different measures, and you can grow in them. Some . . . Continue reading →
Audio: A Response To Brian Borgman Regarding Law And Gospel (Part 1)
Recently pastor Brian Borgman gave a lecture at a Baptist seminary criticizing the distinction between law and gospel. In that lecture he repeated a number of criticisms that continue to crop up despite the fact that they have been answered repeatedly. For . . . Continue reading →
On Hosea 6:7 And The Covenant Of Works
Hosea 6:7 is one text traditionally understood to teach a covenant with Adam: “But like Adam they transgressed the covenant; there they dealt faithlessly with me.” In addressing Israel’s sin, Hosea indicates that their manner of covenant violations was “like Adam.” Many . . . Continue reading →
Lindsay Clancy And The Two Kingdoms
I believe Lindsay Clancy, if found guilty, should receive the death penalty for the murder of each of her children. I understand that capital punishment is not an option in Massachusetts. I also understand all the complexities of the very real suffering . . . Continue reading →
On Hosea 6:7 As A Proof For The Covenant Of Works
The fourth view, following the Vulgate, holds that Hosea 6:7 refers to the covenant that Adam broke in Eden. C. F. Keil says, “the local expression ‘there,’ refers to the place where the faithless apostasy occurred, as in Ps. xiv.5.” Robertson concludes, . . . Continue reading →
Schism And The Redeemed Zoomer (Part 8): John Calvin And Unity In Christ And His Truth
John Calvin is frequently recruited into the current debates about schism, usually by isolating one side of his ecclesiology. Calvin’s severe warnings against abandoning the visible church are quoted as though he regarded nearly every institutional separation as schismatic. Alternatively, his denunciations . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: Was Christ’s Divine Nature Necessary to Fulfill the Law as the Last Adam?
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about Christ’s divine nature. Continue reading →
Ligon Duncan On Why You Should Embrace Reformed Covenant Theology
Covenant theology is the Bible’s way of explaining and deepening our understanding of: (1) the atonement (the meaning of the death of Christ); (2) assurance (the basis of our confidence of communion with God and enjoyment of his promises);(3) the sacraments (signs . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: Paid Musician Gigs at Church and the Fourth Commandment
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about the fourth commandment. Continue reading →
Review: Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal By Matthew T. Martens
Over one million violent crimes were committed in the United States in 2025. The staggering number of perpetrators and victims in the United States means it is likely you attend church with someone whose life has been changed by violence. You probably . . . Continue reading →
Pastoral Abuse Is Not Leadership
By 2014, Mars Hill Church in Seattle had grown to 15,000 members across 15 locations. Mark Driscoll, the church’s co-founding pastor, was one of the most influential evangelical voices in America. Then it all collapsed. The charges against Driscoll didn’t involve heresy. . . . Continue reading →
Heidelminicast: Does The Westminster Confession Teach Baptismal Regeneration? (Part 2)
In this episode Dr. Clark talks about baptismal regeneration. Continue reading →