Elders are under-shepherds of Christ, serving Christ's Word, to Christ's people, in Christ's church, for the spiritual nourishment of their souls, in constant reliance upon the work of the Good Shepherd.

During the 8th Century the Western Roman Empire was rebirthed by Charlemagne and Pope Leo III, giving rise to the Holy Roman Empire, which we look back on as Christendom, the union of church and state in one single kingdom on earth. Why and how did it happen? And what can we learn from it?

Church membership is biblical, a matter of obedience to Christ, a grave duty, and a great privilege. Christ loves and died for the church. We should count it our greatest privilege to serve the King of kings, by serving His body and bride.

Before we can understand what God has said, sometimes we need to understand how God has said. Different genres of Biblical literature require different understandings. How should we read historical narratives? Are they just history? Are they morality stories? How do they connect to the larger story of our redemption in Christ? And are they normative for our church life today?

An exposition of chapter 10 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith, concerning the effectual calling of the elect. The outward call in the preaching of the Gospel, and the inward call of the Holy Spirit renewing the mind, heart, and will, are both necessary for the salvation of sinners.

The Church serves as an embassy of the Kingdom of Heaven, established by God as a refuge and help for His people during the course of this pilgrim life.