Millard Erickson has a book called Postmodernizing the Faith where he summarizes the different approaches that the Christian community is taking in response to the postmodern plight. I think it is a great and valuable study. Let me give you a brief summary with some slight alterations of my own.

I will give a brief overview now and then expand on each option in the blogs to follow.

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This is indeed very sad news. I really did not expect this at all. It has blind sided me. Just when Reclaiming the Mind Ministries was moving forward with such affectiveness. Just when I was getting settled in my faith. Just when my prayer life was taking a turn. I can’t believe that they actually found Christ’s remains. All this time we thought He was in heaven–the God-Man. Go figure that I would get this wrong. I guess I will be sending out my resume. Not sure what good a Th.M. does anymore though. Continue Reading »

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Well, it is about time. I don’t have any idea how this escaped my notice but it looks like Walden Media, the force behind the movie Chronicles of Narnia, has decided to move forward with a the Screwtape movie project. This movie should be done really well. Douglas Gresham, C.S. Lewis’ faithful stepson has been heading up the project. I actually had the opportunity to talk to him about this when he was in town a couple of years ago. I have eagerly be anticipating its arrival. I would be in prayer about this movie as it has the potential to make a very unique impact and have a very large appeal in our culture. Once again, the legacy of C.S. Lewis lives on, moving beyond whatever his hope or dreams could have ever imagined. Thank you Lewis. Continue Reading »

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Here is a great post from my friend Bob Practico at Sojourn Huntsville Church. I love #10 (in an irenic sort of way ) Continue Reading »

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Catholic apologetics is more robust today than it has been in the recent past. Since Rome has given more freedom of exploration and discover along with the encouragement for Catholics to study the Scriptures, there have been many Catholic apologists preparing Catholics to defend the faith. This apologetic engagement has been interesting due to the rise of the emerging church and its general attitude toward apologetics which is apathetic at best, and antagonistic in some emerging circles (but that is another story). Continue Reading »

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Besides the obvious (enrolling in the Introduction to Theology course starting March 12), this looks like a great book to start your cultural prolegomena. I have not read it yet, but have it ordered. What a great way to get to know the culture. What courage and patience this pastor must have to adventure intellectually and missionally in such a way. Continue Reading »

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One of the difficulties in church ministries these days is understanding the dynamics and ethos of those in our culture today. We must ask and evaluate the thinking of those we are trying to reach. This is nothing new. Those who have had studies in missiology understand its importance. Missiology is the study of missions, in which the student is prepared to engage in another culture. Continue Reading »

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Read this article.

Notice in particular this statement: ““Unless something drastic is done now, the Church will lose a whole generation of leadership” to the infotainment industry, he warned.”

This is happening. People are not finding solutions in most local churches today.   Continue Reading »

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 What is the role of the Holy Spirit? What is the role of the Holy Spirit today? Why is there so much division among believers about the role of the third member of the Trinity? Don’t miss this session of Converse with Scholars Thursday night. My good friend Dan Wallace will be joining the program once again. If you have yet to meet him, please stop by and say hello and

We are going to be on Paltalk again, but, as you may know, we have purchased our own room so you will not get the ads.
Find out how to join here.

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February 18, 2007

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I thought that this was sad, funny, informative, and hard to read all at once. It is from “Friendly Atheist.” It lists 20 things that Christians do that annoy him. I thought that the insights from an outsider was helpful and interesting. I even found myself agreeing with some of them. Continue Reading »

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Considering the blog about God’s purpose for creating us, I thought that I would remind everyone (including myself) not to forget to enjoy life. If I am right, and God’s purpose for creating us was to share of Himself and our purpose in life is, in turn, to glorify Him, I believe that He desires for us to enjoy life. Continue Reading »

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Information about Converse with Scholars tonight:

Tonight’s Guest: Kelly M. Kapic and Justin Taylor
Topic: Overcoming Sin and Temptation. “John Owen’s: Overcoming Sin and Temptation.”
Date and Time: Feb. 15th, 2007 9pm Eastern

Join the discussion and find out why modern theologians like J. I. Packer, Sinclair Ferguson, and Roger Nicole say that John Owen is the greatest theologian of all time. Owen’s three classic works on sin and temptation have revolutionized the lives of countless believers and they can radically transform your life, too! Kapic and Taylor have made these writings more widely accessible than ever before, and they’ve done it without sacrificing any of Owen’s richness and depth.

To join, download and log on to Paltalk and look for the Reclaiming the Mind room in the Christianity section.

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Well, I will wait and read what you have to say. I think that they say some good things but represent more some of the more radical tendencies of some emerging churches. Plus, the preacher with the top hat is just too great. In the words of Peregrin Took “Pippin,” “I’m gettin’ one.”

Warning! There is a small bit of profanity, so put the kids to bed

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I thought that this was a great article by Piper. Point number two is especially interesting.

What a sad state that our Christian culture must be in to where we don’t know or understand enough to avoid such terrible teaching that can only lead to pain, frustration, disillusionment, and depression. I can handle bad doctrine when people sincerely seek, search, and wrestle with the text of Scripture, but the kind of stuff is beyond what I can handle. All I can do is bow my head and say “I am sorry Lord.” Continue Reading »

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Mom was released from rehab last week and is back at home with my dad. I was in MO speaking most of last week, but ended the week by going to Okla City to help with the transition. In many ways, the worst of our fears are now upon us. We traveled around to many nursing homes with my mother on Friday. It broke my heart that it was a consideration. Continue Reading »

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Well, since I said I would write a blog on this in a previous blog, I think it is time, seeing as how there might be some possible misunderstandings that have arisen.

There is a popular notion in the evangelical world today that I think has become part of our folklore and can very easily misrepresent the character of God by attributing to Him motivations for creation that I do not believe are true. Some would say that God’s purpose, intent, and motivation for creating humanity and all of creation was for His own self-glorification. I think that this is a difficult position to sustain biblically and theologically. Continue Reading »

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For all my fellow U2 fans, here is a great retro article that was rereleased. For those of you who are always doubting Bono and the boys, read and weep.

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This is a question that I have often struggled with. It can hardly be denied that Christians can have beliefs that are wrong such as false views about the interpretation of certain passages of Scripture, the age of the earth, and end times (hey, someone has to be wrong). It is also true that Christians can have misunderstandings about more important doctrines such as the nature of the Trinity (ignorant modalism), the grace of God (legalism), and the will of God for your life (health-wealth Gospel). Continue Reading »

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What are the differences and similarities between Old Testament and New Testament believers? Did God dwell in Old Testament believers as he does in New Testament believers? Were Old Testament believers “born again” (that is, did they experience regeneration)? What do the words “indwelling” and “regeneration” mean? How is the Holy Spirit’s ministry similar or different during Old Testament and New Testament times? Continue Reading »

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