Evangelism Was the Driving Mission of the Greatest Theologian Jesus performed many miracles and accomplished many extraordinary things, yet the Gospels make it clear that...

by Nathaniel Ginsterblum

Impulse Buying for the Soul – The Unknown Lasting Effects of Sin

Sin isn’t just breaking a rule — it’s trading God’s best for something worthless. Like Esau, we often settle for “red stuff,” chasing quick relief over lasting joy. But God,...

Gladiators and Strippers (And The Night I Closed My Eyes)

Alypius once despised the gladiator games—until one moment of weakness pulled him in. Augustine tells the story of his fall and God’s unexpected rescue.

The War Inside: The Tension Between Legalism and License

The Battle for the Middle It is so easy to become a legalist. Even when you come out of such, you can slip back into it in so many ways. The craving for structure, the comfort...

We Are All Only Armchair Theologians

Even the greatest theologians—giants like Augustine, Aquinas, and Calvin—only knew a sliver of the truth. Compared to God’s infinite wisdom, our knowledge is infinitesimal....

When You Hang on the Cross of a Bad Marriage: Lessons from the Early Church

Marriage is often a gift but can sometimes feel like an unbearable trial. For those facing difficult marriages, this post explores the historical lessons of grace, mercy, and...

What is Systematic Theology? Addressing a Widespead Misconception

(Get Access to the 1000 Slide Introduction to Theology PowerPoint Here.) Correcting a Common Misunderstanding About Systematic Theology For those of you who have followed me...

Lost in Plain Sight: The Unseen Spiritual Crisis in our Backyard

In 2011, a Christianity Today reporter interviewed Billy Graham at his home in Montreat, North Carolina, about life and faith. Seated in his chair, Graham was asked,...

by Nathaniel Ginsterblum

The Joyful Cost of Evangelism: Embracing the Mission with Resilience

At the turn of the twentieth century, Theodore Roosevelt wrote these gripping words in his riveting book The Strenuous Life: “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth...

by Nathaniel Ginsterblum

Embracing Theological Depth: Why Big Words Matter

Understanding theology deeply necessitates the use of precise and sometimes complex terminology. This blog explores why “big words” in theology are essential, how they build...

by C Michael Patton

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