by pastor | Aug 20, 2015 | Masculinity, Youth
While “Thoughts for Young Men” by Bishop J.C. Ryle was written over a century ago, its truths are timeless and therefore must be shared afresh with our generation. The enemy of our souls has been studying the weaknesses of men since the beginning of time...
by pastor | Dec 24, 2014 | Newspaper, Word Studies
I was recently visiting with a friend who attends a different church than mine and she mentioned having some mixed feelings about increased church attendance during holiday seasons. Having heard about this dynamic many times before, and having personally witnessed it...
by pastor | Oct 22, 2013 | Ask the Pastor, Newspaper
Question: I was recently surprised to discover that some of the people in my church disapprove of Halloween. Why is this? Answer: Some Christians object to the observance of Halloween because they find the historical roots of Halloween and its related activities...
by pastor | Feb 7, 2012 | Ask the Pastor
Question: What does the Bible say about a Christian getting tattoos? I have searched the internet for sound biblical advice and it seems that no one (not even reformed pastors) are willing to give a straight answer. Answer: Because the only direct scriptural...
by pastor | Apr 19, 2011 | Ethics
Pastor Christian McShaffrey wrote this material in 2005 as part of a “Pro-life Resource Packet for Churches ” published by the Wisconsin Right to Life (Sauk Co. Chapter) and distributed to all the churches in central and south-central Wisconsin. While the...