“You rarely hear the word, repentance, mentioned in most churches today – even in Baptist, Pentecostal or Evangelical circles. Pastors nowadays seldom call for their congregations to sorrow over sin – to mourn and grieve over wounding Christ by their wickedness.” David Wilkerson. (Google David Wilkerson for complete sermon) Revival at Asbury University As I … [Read more...] about Whatever happened to repentance
identity in Christ
What dogsledding taught me about a communal identity
Dog sledding has always fascinated me. My own call of the wild has often involved visions of mushing a dog team through the frozen wilderness. Recently, I lived that dream. I spent two days with Troy Lydiate learning to be a musher for Session 2 of a new video series by Apologetics Canada called BRANDED: A Series on Identity. Our goal with dogsledding was to use the experience … [Read more...] about What dogsledding taught me about a communal identity
The vital importance of a Biblical worldview
A Biblical worldview has a radical effect on a person’s life and inspires faith for everyday life. “A Gospel that does not deal with the issues of the day is not a gospel at all” – Martin Luther “The Christian belief system (worldview) which the Christian knows to be grounded in divine revelation is relevant to all of life.” – Carl. F. H. Henry “The [secular] humanist … [Read more...] about The vital importance of a Biblical worldview
Youth and adults today struggling to ground their identity
Recently, I was speaking at a conference in BC for youth workers and youth pastors. They began the conference by taking a live poll of the audience, asking: What is the number one issue your youth are struggling with today? As the audience used their phones to cast their vote, identity quickly took top spot. This confirmed what research and observation have been indicating for … [Read more...] about Youth and adults today struggling to ground their identity