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Rest for the Weary Pastor: How Seasons of Withdrawal are Biblical and a Benefit to the Church

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Andrew Webb

In recent days, an unusual criticism has arisen within certain corners of the Presbyterian and Reformed world. Some voices, many associated with the more extreme forms of Christian Nationalism, have begun attacking the idea of pastoral sabbaticals, suggesting that a … Continue reading →

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The Difference Between Words that CAN and CANNOT be Condemned

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Andrew Webb

In Titus 2:7-8, Paul counsels his disciple Titus to show himself to be an example of “integrity, reverence, incorruptibility, sound speech that cannot be condemned,” particularly before the young men he will be mentoring in the church. In Greek, “sound … Continue reading →

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A Brief Introduction to Help You Study the Old Testament

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Andrew Webb

1. Introduction If you look at the bible you will notice that majority of it is made up of the Old Testament The Old Testament did not drop from the sky as one complete book, it was also not all written … Continue reading →

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Dear Atheists, Actually it’s NOT a Bronze Age Book

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Andrew Webb

If there is one popular phrase used by atheists to criticize the bible that I’m heartily tired of reading it’s calling the bible a “Bronze Age Book.” There are two reasons I’m tired of it: 1) It’s Grossly Inaccurate: The … Continue reading →

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Does Matthew 7:1-5 Forbid All Judging?

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Andrew Webb

Matthew 7:1-5 (NKJV) “Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. And why do you look at the … Continue reading →

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