"Studying theology does not move us beyond our starting point; it merely helps us to understand that starting point better."

"I start by confessing with my mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in my heart that God raised him from the dead, and I never actually go any further. All my theology, all my study, is simply reflection on what lies behind that. Thus, I never move beyond praise, never leave behind the beauty of adoration of the living God; I simply learn more and more about the deep foundations upon which that praise and worship rest, which all believers share from the most brilliant to the most humble. …

Studying theology does not move us beyond our starting point; it merely helps us to understand that starting point better.”

-The Importance of Not studying Theology, Carl Trueman

I asked a professor how he would respond when somebody says, “Well, it doesn’t really matter since it isn’t a salvation issue, right?” He walked slowly up to my desk with Bible in hand and said, “Tear out anything that you don’t think is a salvation issue.” Scripture is our highest authority. We cannot take it lightly.

I am so confused! To baptize or not to baptize (infants)!

Praise the LORD!

My computer fan is working again! After much labor and just enough prayer!

Coming Soon: my naive synthesis on dating

The Need to Get Real

My new question: “What has been holding you back (spiritually)?”.

It has been really direct at helping me get deeper and more real with people. Two people within the same day mentioned them asking that to somebody and God really using it to open up a good conversation. I am not trying to show it off as some new toy, but if you really love somebody and want to get below the surface, consider a question like this. I want this semester to be learning how to have true Gospel Fellowship, not sufficing with a simple, “How are you?” “Good”.

Learning a lesson from Martha and Mary.

Being a disciple of Christ means taking the time to just sit and listen to God. There will always be time to serve.

"…but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:42 ESV)