Theology

Theology

In The News Again

The doctrine of hell is a topic that seems to go for periods of time without much mention, only to receive a sudden outpouring of attention. Now is one of those seasons when it is front and center again. The doctrine is currently generating a good deal of activity in the Christian blogosphere, largely in anticipation of a forthcoming book that some predict will…

Purpose in Suffering

This Sunday in 1 Peter, we will be introduced specifically to the theme of suffering.  In preparation for Sunday I want to encourage you to reflect on the nature and purpose of suffering.  In his book, Knowing God (p 97-98) (also available in the church library) J. I. Packer writes about suffering.  He is reflecting on the suffering of so many of God’s children in the Old…