On October 12, 2017, I published “A Theology of Hate.” In this post, I argued in detail why it is … Continue reading “Mere Christendom”: White Nationalism in the Theology of Doug Wilson
Doug Wilson’s history of promoting hate is well documented. Whether it be his disturbing views on gender, his vitriolic rhetoric … Continue reading A Theology of Hate
Nate Sparks nate.sparks130[at]gmail[dot]com natesparks130.com Council Members Tim Keller, Don Carson, John Piper, et al. The Gospel Coalition thegospelcoalition.org To … Continue reading Injustice Ignored: an Open Letter to The Gospel Coalition
Anyone who follows me on Twitter or Facebook is by now familiar with my saying: Everyone is polite and rational … Continue reading Confessions: Anti-LGBT Rhetoric and the Dynamics of Abuse in Evangelical Christianity
Recently, Ed Stetzer tweeted the following: My initial reaction to this tweet was a mixture of emotions, but it all … Continue reading After Evangelicalism
On July 28, 2016, Wayne Grudem declared his unequivocal support for Donald Trump. In doing so, he argued that anyone … Continue reading The Ego and the Evangelical
As seems to be a developing trend, I really don’t know what to make of this week. After watching the … Continue reading The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/22/16)
What does a person say when the entire world seems consumed by hate? To be honest, I don’t know. I … Continue reading The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/16/16)
On June 29,2016, popular Christian radio host and Christian Post contributor Michael Brown chose to post his tenth anti-LGBTQ+ article … Continue reading Nothing
Before I begin today’s post, I want to take a moment to wish all my US based readers a Happy … Continue reading The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/1/16)
In July, 2012, Saeed Abedini, a pastor and missionary living in the United States, was visiting his family in Tehran, … Continue reading The Abused and the Persecuted
This has been an interesting week in the Sparks family. My son (6) officially became the first of our kids … Continue reading The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (6/24/16)
As I have read Emerson Eggerichs book Love and Respect, I have offered arguments regarding the trustworthiness of this book. … Continue reading Love, Respect, and Science
Emerson Eggerichs’ book Love and Respect is, in my opinion, a dangerous and damaging book.[1] In essence, the entire premise … Continue reading Love, Respect, and Consent
On April 21, 2016, the provost and executive vice president of Westminster Theological Seminary, Jeffrey K. Jue, wrote of his … Continue reading 5 Reasons Not to Support New Calvinism
I have known Michael Stark for nearly a decade – ever since our undergraduate days at Judson University. Recently Mike wrote … Continue reading Inviting Liberation: A Q & A with Michael Stark
David Hayward is probably best known for his artwork. Through his website, nakedpastor, Hayward offers raw and poignant critiques of … Continue reading Q & A with David Hayward (nakedpastor)
Wheaton College and their president, Philip Ryken, claim that their treatment Larycia Hawkins has nothing to do with her hijab. Continue reading to learn why I strongly disagree. Continue reading Larycia Hawkins: Further Consideration
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