Mired in Christendom but moving forward
Inside the uneasy theological symbiosis in the belly of The Presbyterian Church in Canada Christendom died a long time ago. But the church still operates as if it were alive.…
Bavinck in Brief: The Essence of Christianity?
Accommodating to culture succeeds only in making the Church indistinguishable from the world: sixth of a series. Upon occasion I have been asked why we today should study the work…
Dialogue, pluralism and discipleship
A challenge to repositioning the church in a post-Christendom age.
General Assembly 2025
We are invited to deliberately seek Spiritual assistance and speak the truth in love HAMILTON, Ont. – This was the most collegial General Assembly I’ve attended, although my experience goes…
The Art of Healthy Dust-Shaking (2)
Shalom may stick or ricochet back – keep an attitude of peace no matter what.
Evangelism: More than Midwifery
We’re far more likely to have prenatal encounters with unbelievers than midwifery moments.
Building a Temple
An update on Living Stones – Last year Jon and I took a tour of the holy land with Ross Lockhart. What an amazing trip that was! We began in…
Our Story
As with many good things in life, Living in Truth resulted from a conversation between friends.
Lessons from the Korean diaspora
Han-Ca congregations learn to belong without losing themselves. What does it mean to belong — and not belong — at the same time? That question quietly shapes immigrant life, but…
When The Holy Spirit arrives
Anna Farlie, left, Dora Daroczi, and Abigail McGuffin are the THEO Trio The THEO Trio overcomes and presents a powerful witness HAMILTON, Ont. – It was the final sederunt of…
A sinner’s story: from death to life
Four years ago, I was without hope and without God in the world—until I was adopted by the King of the Universe. I pray this story encourages God’s people and…
Fasting: Spiritual muscle for leaders at war
I can’t help but wonder if Protestantism has, in some ways, and in some quarters, become spiritually flabby. … Read more
The art of healthy dust-shaking (1)
Grace and humility are essential when we act. Part 1 of 4 … Read more
Sunday Baseball: the thief on the cross makes it home
The boys of summer can remind the church of what’s missing.