The Role of Persuasion in Presenting the Gospel
Many people become uncomfortable when the word “persuade” is used in reference to evangelism, but the concept is biblical.
theology
A Biblical Theology of Work and Identity, Part 4: Call or Command?
When a subjective “call” to ministry is mistaken for a divine command, the result is unnecessary anxiety and guilt.
A Biblical Theology of Work and Identity, Part 3: Demystifying ‘the Call’
Oftentimes when Christians throw around the word “calling,” they mean desire—and there’s an important difference.
4 Lessons We Should Learn from 19th-Century Missionaries
In contrast to today’s fads and trends, history teaches us a biblical and holistic understanding of missionary life.
A Biblical Theology of Work and Identity, Part 2
Our temptation is to put people in ministry on a pedestal, but all Christians are commanded to work—hard.
A Biblical Theology of Work and Identity, Part 1
The Bible never gives an example of a specific vocational “call” for ordinary Christians to identify themselves with an occupation or work.
