Last month, we hosted Dr. Zack Eswine for our symposium as he helped us understand the obstacles to evangelism in our post-everything world and offered implications for how we speak wisely and live faithfully in this cultural moment. We are glad to share this lecture with you on this month’s blog…
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One of the more hotly debated topics in theology among Christians surrounds the study of last times and things, or eschatology. For those who seem so sure of their eschatological view, uncertainty arises when all sides seem to use Scripture to make their arguments. They all agree on the second coming of Christ, but they differ on what it will be like and when it will happen. Yet, one aspect of Christ’s return is sure: who it will involve.
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The recent upsurge in Biblical Theology is an encouraging trend. Reading “with the grain of the Scriptures,” as it has been said, is uncovering (indeed, in a lot of ways is recovering) treasures new and old. And particularly preaching that is built on biblical-theological methods is a gift to local churches as the intent of Scripture is brought to bear on the people of God week in and week out.
But there are some serious criticisms of the way such sermons are delivered. …
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Context, context, context. Students of the Bible have it drilled into their heads to interpret Scripture “in its original context.” But many preachers relate to context like I relate to a mechanical tool: I know it’s supposed to be useful, but I don’t quite know how to use it.
While attending 2019 Simeon Trust Workshop in Indianapolis, I was struck by the practical value of literary context. Knowing the “melodic line,” the central theme(s) of an entire book, often sheds light on individual pericopes; seeing the forest enhances knowledge of each tree. …
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We want to hear from God. We believe we can hear from him. We believe we do hear from him. God speaks to us through the Scriptures. And so we hear his voice Sunday after Sunday as pastors devote themselves to faithful expository preaching.
This is why fifty of us gathered together for the Indianapolis Simeon Trust Preaching Workshop on June 6–8. This was our fourth workshop in Indianapolis, so I offer four reasons why I love it. …
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