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Sing a Song of Judgement

July 15, 2021July 16, 2021 by Ben Pakula

When did you last sing a song about God’s judgement in church?A few years ago I introduced a new song at my church. It was a new arrangement of John Newton’s ‘Day of Judgement! Day of Wonders!’. I was a little worried about how it might be received.…

Doctrine Ministry

The Congregation has spoken: “We also want systematic theology!”

January 30, 2020January 30, 2020 by Ben Pakula

At the church I pastor a returning missionary was giving a brilliant sermon on Acts 17. Mid-talk he paused and asked the congregation to discuss this question: “Is Jesus still a man today?” I was perplexed as to why he would ask such an obvious question…until…

Christian Living Doctrine Ministry

Creating a culture of doctrinal literacy

February 17, 2019February 7, 2019 by Ben Pakula

My favourite book on Christian doctrine is Peter Jensen’s At the Heart of the Universe. It’s short, sharp, soaked in Scripture, and came about as a result of research for presenting the material orally. Best of all, it begins with eschatology—something…

Ministry

More Reasons to Tell your Jewish Friends about Jesus

June 11, 2017June 10, 2017 by Ben Pakula

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Ministry

Your minister needs your help

April 26, 2017April 25, 2017 by Ben Pakula

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Ministry

The Gospel Remains Foolish

January 16, 2017December 2, 2017 by Ben Pakula

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