Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Newark Delaware

I mentioned yesterday in the morning sermon the ancient Christian tradition of making the sign of the cross.  This tradition, practiced by Catholics, Orthodox and some protestants as well, has ancient roots.  Tertullian mentions it as early as the second century, and in the fourth century Cyril of Jerusalem instructed converts to make the sign… [continue]

A blog post from the White Horse Inn clarifies the key issue at stake when “charismatic” believers engage “cessationist” believers.   The key issue is not whether the Holy Spirit can do amazing and unusual things today.  Of course He can.  The question is whether He has promised to work through “ordinary” means like the… [continue]

The recent Gospel Coallition conference in Chicago has served up many good messages and seminars free for the taking online.  This particular panel discussion This panel was very helpful on a number of levels.  Kevin DeYoung, Don Carson, Tim Keller, Crawford Loritts, and Stephen Um discuss the errant view that there is not eternal judgment.  In… [continue]