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Julie Anne Smith and Brad Sargent bring New Allegations Against and Further Insights into Tullian Tchividjian Scandal

Julie Anne Smith and Brad Sargent bring New Allegations Against and Further Insights into Tullian Tchividjian Scandal

The scandal surrounding defrocked pastor, and alleged serial sex predator, Tullian Tchividjian has once again taken a new turn.  Julie … Continue reading Julie Anne Smith and Brad Sargent bring New Allegations Against and Further Insights into Tullian Tchividjian Scandal

Apology and Abuse

Apology and Abuse

**Content Editor: Lauren R.E. Larkin** As my reader is likely aware, on November 23, 2016, Tullian Tchividjian issued a public … Continue reading Apology and Abuse

Tullian Tchividjian: Further Accusations and Important Resources

Tullian Tchividjian: Further Accusations and Important Resources

My readers are no doubt aware that I have dedicated significant time to analyzing the many abuses of Tullian Tchividjian.  … Continue reading Tullian Tchividjian: Further Accusations and Important Resources

The Ego and the Evangelical

The Ego and the Evangelical

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

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/22/16)

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/22/16)

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)

Father, Forgive Us

Father, Forgive Us

    C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity[1], written over 50 years ago, remains one of the most popular and influential texts … Continue reading Father, Forgive Us

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/1/16)

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (7/1/16)

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)

The Abused and the Persecuted

The Abused and the Persecuted

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

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (6/24/16)

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (6/24/16)

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)

Love, Respect, and Consent

Love, Respect, and Consent

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

5 Reasons Not to Support New Calvinism

5 Reasons Not to Support New Calvinism

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

Ashley Easter Tells Her Story of Being Sexually Preyed Upon by Rick Boyer, Sr.

Ashley Easter Tells Her Story of Being Sexually Preyed Upon by Rick Boyer, Sr.

Yesterday, my friend and fellow blogger Ashley Easter published a bold and admirable post.  Ashley chose to detail the grooming … Continue reading Ashley Easter Tells Her Story of Being Sexually Preyed Upon by Rick Boyer, Sr.

Silence: an Open Letter to Thabiti Anyabwile

Silence: an Open Letter to Thabiti Anyabwile

Dear Thabiti, I’m not sure if you remember me.  As part of an open letter to the council of The … Continue reading Silence: an Open Letter to Thabiti Anyabwile

Injustice: an Open Letter to The Gospel Coalition

Injustice: an Open Letter to The Gospel Coalition

This post represents an open letter to the council members of The Gospel Coalition. It was posted to the TGC contact page at 12:30 AM on 1/31/2016.

I invite you to read this letter and judge my thesis for yourself. Continue reading Injustice: an Open Letter to The Gospel Coalition

Voices

Voices

If you consider no other argument against Complementarianism, please consider this post. Continue reading Voices

Regarding Grace: Idolatry and the Christian Elite

Regarding Grace: Idolatry and the Christian Elite

Grace comes only through the cross of Christ, which exposes the abuses of the perpetrator and uplifts the victim, embracing their suffering and giving them voice, identity, and healing. Continue reading Regarding Grace: Idolatry and the Christian Elite

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