
When our system, interpretive framework, or theological grid is elevated above the inspired text, we, as these men, will have fallen into error.

When our system, interpretive framework, or theological grid is elevated above the inspired text, we, as these men, will have fallen into error.

It is not called "the Mighty Mississippi" for nothing.

An Alabama man convicted of raping a 14-year-old girl will serve no jail time, despite being guilty of a felony that mandates at...

These lesser known quotes from the founders are equally important if we want a more thorough understanding of how they viewed God and...
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Pretty sure the drill instructor did not see this coming.

[dropcap]S[/dropcap]everal months ago I was given the opportunity to write a lesson for the LifeWay curriculum, The Gospel Project. This is one of...

Ten chapters. Ten areas of importance. Encouragement not rebuke. A book any man would read, not just pastors or theologians.

I'm not sure if every Virgin Mobile flight will feature this 5:00 video in place of "Please return your seats to the upright...
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I want to finish strong not because of a misguided desire to be remembered fondly or eulogized meaningfully or quoted positively.

Prior to the last election red flags were raised about the U.S. dollar and its unique place in the world economy.
I’m Marty Duren, a freelance writer, content creator, podcaster, and publisher in Nashville, TN. I guess that makes me an entrepreneur-of-all-trades. Formerly a social media strategist at a larger publisher, comms director at a religious nonprofit, and a pastor, Marty Duren Freelance Writing is the new business iteration of a decade-long side-hustle.
I host the Uncommontary Podcast which publishes weekly. Guests range from academics to authors to theologians to activists on subjects related to history, current events, and the impact of evangelicalism on American life. My voice is deep-fried giving rise to being labeled “a country Batman.” Find Uncommontary in your favorite podcast app.
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