Introduction It may seem odd to put it this way, but the only thing that can save us from the sexual revolution now is total depravity. Of course this is shorthand, but it is shorthand with a point. Of course we know that it is Christ who saves us, and total depravity … [Read more...]

So I would not describe myself as a radical conservative. It would be more accurate to say, as I did recently on Twitter, that I am not a radical conservative, but rather a moderate who failed to move with the times. And failure to move with the times is a mortal sin these … [Read more...]

Introduction As the disintegration of our evangelical institutions continues apace, I would like to have you all sit down at a table here. Once you have done so, I will roll out a chart that diagrams the tragicomedy for you. Just watch and see if I don’t. The Context Of … [Read more...]

Introduction and a Short List I thought to use this space to inveigh against mixed metaphors, but also thought that some of my adversaries might charge me with a hypocritical inconsistency. So let me try a few other things out on you. I believe the vast majority of … [Read more...]

Dear Will and Meghan, Thank you very much for the note you included with your thank you note for the wedding gift—although thanking people for thank you notes does threaten to set off a perpetual cycle. We were very grateful to be able to make the wedding, and it was good to … [Read more...]

Dear Garrett, Thanks for the letter. It is good hear from you, and yes, I do have a few thoughts on your situation. We have your wife’s perspective already—Nancy has related to me the outlines of what Angie has been posting on social media for the last six months. The bottom … [Read more...]

Introduction: Please allow me to begin with the outrageous statement. I will make all suitable and needed qualifications later. Stop complaining already. Rightly understood, the institution of marriage is foundational to the gospel, and it is a form of idolatry to deny … [Read more...]