6 articles.
Leadership & Pastoral Ministry Expository preaching is a central function and practice of the Christian ministry because it is through the proclamation of the Word that God reveals Himself to the world, saves His people, and ordains them to service for His glory. It is God's appointed means by which He makes Himself known. Therefore, a systematic theology of preaching must not begin with those who exposit the Scriptures or those who hear the message, but with God Himself, who speaks, saves, and sanctifies through His written and spoken Word.
October 25, 2025 ⏱ 9 min read draft
Church History Grandmasters spend much time behind the chessboard, and aspiring grandmasters spend much time behind the board, staring over the backs of those who have reached the coveted rank. Likewise, "the onlooker [of any chess game] is forced to survey the chessboard and make an assessment of what has happened, who is winning, whose turn is next, and who has the advantage. The onlooker observes the game in progress, and, using her knowledge of the game, evaluates the strategies in play to appreciate what is happening." Historical theology is much the same as this game of chess: "Christians of the present and future, once they start their journey in the Christian life, either as individuals or in local churches, are put in the position of the onlooker.
March 15, 2025 ⏱ 8 min read draft
Systematic Theology The Doctrine of Inseparable Operations is significant in Trinitarian studies and devotion. Because God is one, He also works as one in the economy of salvation; this truth is paramount to understanding God's work in the world and in individuals. Therefore, this paper will explore this doctrine in light of Scripture, Church history, and contemporary opinions, defining, defending, and declaring it central to the Christian Faith.
October 5, 2024 ⏱ 18 min read draft
Book Reviews Matthew Barrett's Part Two of God's Word Alone: The Authority of Scripture, titled "God's Word in Redemptive History," is far shorter than the previous Part One but still most valuable and informative. The first chapter, "God's Word in the Economy of the Gospel: Covenant, Trinity, and the Necessity of a Saving Word," introduces the next two. Barrett first signifies the distinction between general and special revelation, declaring, "General revelation is sufficient to condemn [humanity], it is insufficient to save [humanity]...
September 7, 2024 ⏱ 11 min read draft
Church History The early church was characterized by both success and hardship. Christianity successfully took its place as a leading world religion despite persecution from the Roman Empire and later the Muslims. However, physical suffering was not the only issue that early Christians faced.
December 6, 2023 ⏱ 15 min read draft
Missiology & Evangelism Following a new religion is a life changing experience. Often, when one accepts a new religion as their own they carry certain characteristics from their old religion into the new one. This synthesis of religions is common in Christian converts from Islam.
February 26, 2023 ⏱ 2 min read draft