Knowing & Doing

The Centrality of the Gospel explores why the gospel of Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Christian life and the Church. Drawing from the Apostle Paul's teachings, William L. Kynes explains how the gospel provides God's answer to life's deepest struggles, shapes Christian identity, and empowers believers to live faithfully. This thought-provoking article reminds readers that the message of Chr...

Society often claims that believing in objective truth leads to intolerance, dogmatism, and even violence. In "True Tolerance," Dr. Arthur Lindsley dismantles this myth. He argues that moral relativism removes any logical basis for respecting others, whereas a Christian worldview provides the ultimate foundation for true tolerance. This resource equips believers to defend the truth boldly while em...

Bill Bright, who died in 2003, is remembered for his extraordinary work in building Campus Crusade (now CRU), one of the largest evangelistic outreaches in history. At the time of his passing, CRU had 6,500 staff members and thousands of volunteers sharing the gospel. Here, the late Christian apologist and author, Chuck Colson, describes Bright’s vision, courage, and unrelenting faith in Christ as...

Many of us are familiar with hymns such as “And Can it Be?” and “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing,” written by Charles Wesley. These and thousands more came after Wesley’s conversion in 1738. Although well versed in the Bible and Christian practice, Wesley had never understood the doctrine of justification by faith alone, which “put a new song” in his mouth. Here, Pastor Bill Kynes takes us throug...

Barbara Bradley Hagerty, a New York Times best-selling author, says that Christians need to operate on two levels: the human and the spiritual. Just as bifocal lenses allow us to see the “far away” and the “up close”, so must we see things spiritually and humanly at the same time. Spiritual perception—seeing human circumstances from God’s point of view—helps a Christian get past his physical circu...

Dr. Art Lindsley argues that the greatest crisis facing both culture and the church is the abandonment of absolute truth, warning that relativism erodes our ability to recognize good, evil, and even meaning itself. He notes, “moral relativity is the enemy we have to overcome before we tackle atheism,” a reminder that without shared standards, even our deepest convictions lose their foundation.

In 1734, Jonathan Edwards sparked a powerful religious revival in Northampton by preaching the necessity of personal conversion and justification by faith, igniting what became known as the Great Awakening across New England. Joined by dynamic evangelist George Whitefield, the movement led to tens of thousands of conversions, revitalized American Christianity, reshaped church practices, and left a...

There is such an avalanche of evidence for the trustworthiness of the Gospels that the burden of proof is on those who maintain the inauthenticity of the Gospels. Learn more in this message from Dr. Art Lindsley. Read this article online here .

How are you experiencing your union with Christ? Are you abiding in Him? Pastor Bill Kynes says that for many believers, although their faith in Christ has resulted in a new legal condition and a new name, it has not resulted in a real relationship of love. Find out how you can truly abide in Christ through God’s Word, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. Read this article online .

What is postliberal theology? This “very brief presentation” by theologian Adonis Vidu attempts to answer that question in a very esoteric discussion involving linguistics, apologetics, history, doctrine, modernity, and postmodernity. It may very well leave you scratching your head—or pique your interest in some very complex theological issues. Read this article online here.

C.S. Lewis struggled with grief following the death of his wife Joy and later published a journal — A Grief Observed — of his thoughts during that time. C.S. Lewis scholar Art Lindsley describes for us the progression of Lewis’s grief and how his faith, though challenged, was gradually restored. Lindsley concludes that when we experience such pain — as we all will — a little courage, a little huma...

Have you ever wondered if Biblical manuscripts are reliable? Theologian Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing gives us some reasons why people might be skeptical and why their logic is faulty. In each instance, she provides sound arguments and examples that show how Biblical manuscripts are truly reliable and have withstood the test of time. Read this article online .

There are three types of people during the Christmas season. All three view Christmas with differing feelings and thoughts. This season, as we encounter the scrooges and the traditionalists, would we truly share the gospel, crying out, “Merry Christmas! Long live the True King!” Read this article online here. This episode is narrated by Aimee Riegert.

Princeton Theological Seminary librarian Archibald Alexander, who died in 1851, had a love for learning and taught students how they best could use books for information and edification. He described books as “the scholar’s armor with which he fights” and emphasized that “the Bible, the first and best of books and heaven’s richest gift to man, contains treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Read this...

What does it mean to be “in Christ,” and what does this mean for our salvation? Pastor Bill Kynes explains how this “profound mystery” is essential for joining us to our Lord. Only as we are “in Christ” are we chosen, called, regenerated, justified, sanctified, redeemed, assured of the resurrection, and given every spiritual blessing. Read this article online here .

What will be your legacy? What will you leave behind when you’re gone? Some will leave wonderful memories and stories; some, wreckage and sorrow; others, little at all. Bill Hendricks remembers his father as a model of one who invested his time on earth with a view of his future in heaven. Will you do the same? Read this article online here. This episode is narrated by Aimee Riegert.

How much do you know about Martin Luther? Some scholars have called him a villain; others, a saint.  C.S. Lewis scholar and theologian Art Lindsley gives us a brief biography of Luther, describing his upbringing, his life as a monk, his musical gifts, his marriage, his idiosyncrasies, and—most importantly—his love of Christ. Learn more here .

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What are the influences that shape our lives and either make us a man or woman of God or of little use to mankind? Pastor A.W. Tozer lists six: Our friends, the literature we read, the music we listen to, the pleasures we seek, the ambitions we hold, and the thoughts we entertain. The wise Christian will take advantage of these and others to develop a Godly character.

Too busy for Scripture? Drowning in daily worries? What if the very thing you’re neglecting is the one thing that could carry you through the chaos? John Chrysostom, one of the early church fathers, reminds us that Scripture is not just a book—it’s our full armor. Just as a tradesman can't work without his tools, we can’t fight life’s battles without the Word of God. It is our weapon, our shield,...

What can we learn from the early evangelicals of the 18th century on what it means to be a true disciple? Jonathan Edwards, John Newton, and George Whitefield point out the differences between faithful followers of Jesus and those only in name. These three key leaders offer us some insights on how to truly walk with Jesus through scripture, prayer, loving our neighbors, and communion with God. Rea...

Perhaps the most prominent and current figure who guides us in the endeavor of looking to Jesus for vocational vision is N.T. Wright. His work shows us the job and calling of the Church in the world. He helps us understand Jesus’ vision and how this should transform the way we interact with creation. Read this article online here .