Category: Religion, Theology & Ministry

  • To my Grandfather, Fallen War Hero.

    This Memorial Day is a significant one for me. As we remember our fallen heroes, a name close to me has been added to the list. My Grandfather, William G. Comben, (papa Bill, as my daughters dubbed him), passed into eternity last Thursday at 9pm after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 90 years…

  • Irresistible Grace, an imperfect parable, take 2

    After my last mediation on the nature of irresistible grace, I decided to take a second shot at illustrating this magnificent doctrine of Grace. So, here goes: Eight year old David opened slowly opened his eyes, shutting them tight again from the ache of the harsh florescent light. Turning over in the creaky metal bed,…

  • Tim Keller Interviewed by Jim Daily of Focus on the Family

    Really really enjoyed this episode of Focus on the Family. Keller talks about how we tend to idolize the family and replace The Gospel with “Family Values”. Love seeing the Gospel brought to a conservative and religious audience. We need it just as much as an unbeliever. Very helpful word here. Part 1 Part 2

  • Quick Review of “The Next Story” by Tim Challies

    Several Weeks ago I finished reading a preview copy of The Next Story by Tim Challies. I have been slack in posting a review of this excellent book. If you are interested in how a Christian worldview sees the current tsunami-like influx of media technology, this is a book to read. What is wonderful about…

  • Don Carson – A Light Introduction to Biblical Interpretation

    In 2008, Don Carson, regarded by many as one of the foremost New Testament theologians in the world (and also one of my personal favorites) gave a four part lecture, introducing principles of Biblical Interpretation. This is a “light introductory” course, but I’m pretty sure it will blow your mind if you haven’t had any…