“If anyone destroys God’s temple…”

A while back I lamented the state of unhealthy churches, including those within self-identified fundamentalism. That post touched a nerve, apparently saying what many others are thinking. I grieve that some assemblies have no vision for evangelism, no passion for worship, or no heart for genuine spiritual transformation. Often these fatal flaws reveal themselves in [...]

My Two Cents a Fav

I was grateful—and surprised!—to learn that My Two Cents was recognized by readers of Zondervan’s blog Koinonia when they asked for “their favorite biblical-theological blogs.” It wasn’t in the top 10 overall, but it was recognized as #7 in the “Discipleship/Pastoral” category. My friend Dave Doran’s blog Glory and Grace was cited under the “Church [...]

What I’m Reading: God Is the Gospel

My pastoral and preaching ministries have been influenced by many solid resources over the years. No book has affected me more than John Piper’s relatively small book God Is the Gospel. If I could only recommend one ministerial book to students and pastors, this would be the one. It’s affected my life and ministry like [...]

Tyrpak on Revelation 4-5

Joe Tyrpak has been preaching an overview series on the book of Revelation at Tri-County Bible Church. As expected, it’s been excellent. His message on Revelation 4-5 is especially encouraging and insightful. He’s a gifted and studious preacher, and he loves to exalt the Lord Jesus. I commend him on the message, and I commend [...]

“Your Beauty Fills Our Eyes” on New Taylor CD

Matt and Christy Taylor’s second CD, Everlasting Praise, has been released, and it includes the ChurchWorksMedia.com hymn Your Beauty Fills Our Eyes. The song was arranged by Mac Lynch and performed with Dan and Holly Leeper. I’ve enjoyed the entire CD and am happy to recommend it to you. Among other Gospel-centered selections, it also [...]

I Run to Christ Octavo and Demo Now Available

Molly Ijames’ choral arrangement of I Run to Christ, a hymn Greg Habegger and I released via ChurchWorksMedia.com earlier this year, is now available. Greg and Molly have done tremendous work, as usual. The text (explained here) will remind believers that Christ is the solution to every need we face. I hope it will be [...]