D. A. Carson and Andrew David Naselli recently released a third edition of Exegetical Fallacies, a book that in its first two editions helped thousands of Christians interpret the Bible well—and avoid common pitfalls in interpretation. I reached out to Andy Naselli to see if he would answer a few questions about biblical interpretation and … Continue reading Exegetical Fallacies: Author Interview
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Heavenly Perspective in the Book of Hebrews
Years ago, I began noticing how saturated the final four chapters of Hebrews are with heavenly perspective. That is, the author of Hebrews writes his exhortations in constant dialogue with the idea that the world we see is not all that there is. The author of Hebrews would say that if you want to live … Continue reading Heavenly Perspective in the Book of Hebrews
15 Key Differentiations in Genesis 1-2
I recently read Carl Trueman’s book, Crisis of Confidence (Crossway, 2024). On page 46, Trueman makes the following comment: “The creation account in Genesis makes a series of fundamental distinctions that are important….” He then mentions numbers 1, 10, and 11 from the list below (see pp. 46-47). I decided to fill out Trueman’s list … Continue reading 15 Key Differentiations in Genesis 1-2
The Gift of Sleep: An Interview with Brett McCracken
This past Spring when I learned that Brett McCracken had written a soon-to-be-released book about sleep, I knew that I had to read it as soon as it came out. (I read it in one day this past weekend.) The name of the book is: The Wisdom of Sleep: How Rest Reveals God's Truth and Revives … Continue reading The Gift of Sleep: An Interview with Brett McCracken
From Public Baths to Prisons: How Ancient Civic Places Unlock the Bible
I recently read a fascinating book about ancient places (like theaters, agoras, libraries, cemeteries) and how understanding their functions can illuminate early Christian life. The author is Jason Borges. Jason earned his Master of Divinity at Talbot School of Theology (Biola University) and a Ph.D. at Durham University in northeast England. Jason recently released Christian Life … Continue reading From Public Baths to Prisons: How Ancient Civic Places Unlock the Bible
What is My Calling?
I told Trudi this morning that one of the reasons I’m willing to work hard in ministry, lose sleep, and frequently end each day tired is because I have a strong sense of calling.[1] This has been true ever since God got a hold of my heart as a fourteen-year-old high school freshman. But after … Continue reading What is My Calling?
I Used to Think that Everything in the Bible Should be Easy to Understand
Following is the introduction to a message I preached on 1 Corinthians 9:1-18 at Redemption Hill Church on March 22, 2026 as part of the preaching series on 1 Corinthians. (That sermon is HERE.) In the introduction I raise the question of why everything in the Bible isn’t easy to understand. When God got a … Continue reading I Used to Think that Everything in the Bible Should be Easy to Understand
Snippets from God’s Purposes in Our Pain
For today’s post, I’ve extracted twelve brief passages from my new book (with co-author Keith Krell): God’s Purposes in Our Pain: 10 Ways God Uses Suffering for Our Good. I hope you’ll receive spiritual encouragement from these short excerpts—though, of course, the impact will be greater if you can get a copy of the book … Continue reading Snippets from God’s Purposes in Our Pain
God’s Purposes in Our Pain (Release-Day Excerpt)
Today is launch day for God’s Purposes in Our Pain: 10 Ways God Uses Suffering for Our Good. Keith Krell (my co-author) and I have been eagerly awaiting this day so we can share this book with you. (The photo is of students in my Romans class celebrating the release of this brand new book!) … Continue reading God’s Purposes in Our Pain (Release-Day Excerpt)
Seven Things to Do to Prepare for Spiritual Warfare
Do you want to be ready when you face spiritual warfare? Do you want to be prepared when you encounter attacks from Satan and his host of demons? The Bible tells us to get ready (Eph 6:10-14a). How can you prepare for spiritual warfare? Here are seven things you can do to get ready. These … Continue reading Seven Things to Do to Prepare for Spiritual Warfare
