Thanks for being proactive in the area of music! We probably need a larger critical mass of music folks to do some of the bigger things that you probably would like to do. Maybe survey some of the worship music… Read More ›
Articles
Daily Life in the Kingdom of Heaven: Part 1, Inner Preparation
I recently heard Dr. Richard Pratt (Reformed Theological Seminary, Third Millenium Ministries) speak on the advance of God’s kingdom in the world in preparation for Christ’s final return to rule and reign. Coincidentally, a few days later on a long… Read More ›
God’s Sovereign Plans
God empowers evil people for a time, but only to accomplish His purposes. Then He takes away their power. For example, when Assyria’s king threatened to invade Jerusalem, Isaiah reassured King Hezekiah with these words. “And the LORD has spoken this word against him: “The virgin… Read More ›
Arts Fellowship
In May, we held our first arts fellowship with about a dozen attendees from several churches. Some heard about it on the radio, others received my email invitation. Violinist Beverly Andrews spoke about her involvement as the current concertmaster with… Read More ›
Arts Fellowship Groups
I’m interested in forming four creative arts fellowship groups or “guilds” at MG made up of people with similar interests, skills and passions. These groups or guilds would meet once a month initially for mutual encouragement in your craft and your Christian… Read More ›
Music Ministry: Foundational Principles and Practical Applications at Myrtle Grove EPC
What should the arts ministry of MG look like in the 21st century and what should be its impact? I suggest three non-negotiables: 1) it should have its roots firmly in Scripture and be directed and empowered by the Holy… Read More ›
‘Religion’ is Not a Dirty Word
It’s popular today for Christian public speakers and authors to consistently assign a negative connotation to the words ‘religion’ and ‘religious.’ However, the historical and biblical meaning of these words do not accord with this popular notion. The Historical Definition Historically, the… Read More ›
We Are His Workmanship 