Prayer is an integral part of the Christian life. One cannot be a Christian without prayer. But even for those who have been Christians for a long time, there is mystery in prayer. One form of mystery is why sometimes the answer to prayer doesn't … [Continue reading]
As I sit and reflect on the value of a day dedicated to giving thanks many thoughts come to mind. Here is a sampling in no particular order: I have many things for which I should be thankful. The very fact that I have the ability to write this … [Continue reading]
"New news is old news happening to new people" is a quote that I have heard attributed to Malcolm Muggeridge. This is also true with regard to error in the church. A new error is usually an old error dressed up with new language and slick … [Continue reading]
Today I had a reason to spend some time reading the Book of Church Order (BCO) for the Presbyterian Church in America. While it's not exactly a page-turner, I found something very helpful in the section on church discipline. The BCO states that there … [Continue reading]
