With the election of Leo the Fourteenth, the Church once again invokes a name rich with history and meaning. From Leo the First—“the Great”—who faced down Attila the Hun and...

Is Ridicule Ever a Legitimate Christian Tactic? (Don’t Answer Too Quickly!)

In this blog, we explore whether ridicule is a legitimate—and even necessary—tool for Christians. Drawing on Scripture and the teachings of Church Fathers like Augustine,...

Personal (Michael Patton)

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Before I Self-Flagellate

Do you ever feel like you’re not enough? I wrote this blog about my own struggles with self-doubt and guilt, and how Romans 7 gives me hope through Paul’s honesty and God’s grace.

I Saw a Man, Despised by His Brothers

I heard on the streets that a great teacher had fallen. A preacher, a teacher, a leader of many men. He had stumbled. What sin? Before the church he confessed, “I have sinned...

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

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Oh, Pulpit, Where Art Thou?

In the wake of modern shifts within the church, the traditional pulpit is being abandoned, raising important questions about the impact on preaching and authority. This post...

How My Passion for Ministry Almost Ended My Marriage

In this heartfelt post, a seminary student recounts the journey of reconciling his missionary calling with his family's needs, highlighting the transformative power of...

The Problem With Overstating Your Case

In a world where passion and conviction often dominate religious discourse, it's crucial to find a harmonious balance. My recent encounter with a fervently convinced...

Personal (Michael Patton)

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On Losing Followers Due to My Last Blog

My last blog caused me to lose some Patron supporters. This was due to the disappointment that I was not everything they thought I was. I don’t want to kid with you:...

Message from C. Michael Patton

Friends of the blog and ministry, The Credo House, as you may know, exists only because of your kind donations. With the Credo House, Credo Courses, The Theology Program, and...

by C Michael Patton

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