Category Archives: Church History

Ryle – Called to Preach?

Posted on 27/04/2012 by

Commenting on Mark 5:1-20 I cannot help remarking, in connection with our Lord’s words in this passage, that it is questionable whether people do not sometimes act unadvisedly in giving up a secular calling in order to enter the ministry … Continue reading →

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Review: Athanasius by Simonetta Carr – Christian Biographies for Young Readers

Posted on 09/11/2011 by

Simonetta Carr’s latest volume Athanasius from the series Christian Biographies for Young Readers has been released. In this she continues her wonderful effort to provide resources for children and parents, masterfully filling a large hole in quality children’s books teaching Church History.     I … Continue reading →

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Free Book Give Away to a Child in New Zealand – Athanasius by Simonetta Carr

Posted on 09/11/2011 by

I have one copy of Simonetta Carr’s latest volume Athanasius from the series Christian Biographies for Young Readers to give away! Here’s how this contest works: This is only for children 12 years and younger. The child must live in New Zealand. Please draw … Continue reading →

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Resources for Reformation Day

Posted on 28/10/2011 by

This evening, I will be participating in the Auckland Reformation Celebration, speaking on Sola Scriptura. The 31st of October for some is Halloween, for most Christians it is just another day. However, for many Christians around the world who understand Church History, … Continue reading →

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Two Essential Companion Tools for Every Theological Library

Posted on 18/10/2011 by

Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine by Wayne Grudem From the Back Cover The Christian church has a long tradition of systematic theology, that is, studying theology and doctrine organized around fairly standard categories such as the Word of … Continue reading →

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A Summary of the Gospel by Jeremiah Burroughs

Posted on 18/10/2011 by

A Summary of the Gospel by Jeremiah Burroughs The gospel of Christ is the good tidings that God has revealed concerning Christ. As all mankind was lost in Adam and became the children of wrath, put under the sentence of death, … Continue reading →

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John Bunyan’s “Holy War” – Family Evening Reading

Posted on 13/10/2011 by

This evening before the kids went to bed, we did what we do most nights: read a portion of a book together, read a portion of Scripture, & prayed. Over the years we have read a number of great books … Continue reading →

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Athanasius (Christian Biographies for Young Readers) by Simonetta Carr – Review and Giveaway Coming Soon

Posted on 02/09/2011 by

Later this month I will be providing a review of Simonetta Carr’s latest volume Athanasius from the series Christian Biographies for Young Readers. Stay tuned as I have been given an extra copy to giveaway at the same time.   … Continue reading →

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Reformation Rally 28th October – Reformed Church of Avondale

Posted on 02/09/2011 by

I am speaking at this on the subject of Sola Scriptura (According to the Scriptures Alone)   Reformation Rally 28th October: Join us for an evening of worship, celebration, and challenge as reformed believers from various churches in Auckland gather at … Continue reading →

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Geoff Thomas’ Visit to New Zealand 2011 – Personal Reflections

Posted on 27/07/2011 by

I’ve already shared my reflections on the 2011 Stand for the Gospel Conference. Here I would like to share a few personal reflections on having Geoff Thomas and his wife Iola here in our home for what was an all … Continue reading →

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