Unfamiliar Fishes
Though I’ve had an interest in Hawaiian history for many years and have read a few things here and there, I’ve recently began a more intentional study of the history of Hawaii, and specifically the… Read more
The Gospel and Pastoral Ministry
In my survey of the Pastorals, I’ve come to the conclusion that the qualifications for eldership in the church flow out of a life rooted in and transformed by the Gospel. This will result in… Read more
The Gospel in the Pastoral Epistles
In my three previous posts, I’ve been considering what an elder looks like in the Pastoral Epistles. The picture that emerges is pretty clear, though not surprising. An elder in the church must be a… Read more
What Should an Elder Look Like (Titus)
In my previous posts, I’ve been listing the requirements for an elder from the Pastoral Epistles. As I read through these, some pretty clear patterns are emerging. It is nothing shocking, but the leaders in… Read more