As we saw in Part 1 of this series, the problem of evil isn’t an abstract philosophical problem. Evil really exists, and it affects us personally and tangibly. As we look at the evil in the world around…
To guard, or not to guard… that is the question. Or is it? How has the idea of ‘guarding our hearts’ evolved? We see the phrase used in Proverbs (4:23), but everyone has their own idea of…
As we wrap up our Theology of Sex series, we welcome new blog contributor Ryan Viner, the Sr. High Youth Pastor at Independent Presbyterian in Memphis, TN. The following letter is written by Ryan to a person who…
Several years ago, I participated in an online forum with a network of youth ministers who had pursued seminary studies. During this time, one youth pastor asked for help and direction in dealing with a teen who had…
Rooted Blog editor Liz Edrington kicks off our new series on the Theology of Sex. We’ll address the question of why and how we approach and address sexuality in light of the gospel in our ministry to students….
Ah, yes, nothing more fun to teach than that sweet-smelling doctrine, total depravity. While it is unpopular, it is very important for students to understand for many reasons. Here’s why. 1.) Why is it difficult or unpopular to…
One of my favorite pastimes (addictions) is surfing message boards related to Alabama football, predominantly TiderInsider and This tone suggests that Christ’s work on the Cross was insufficient to make us holy and work is still left…
Mark Howard, assistant to pastor and minister to youth at Trinity Presbyterian in Covington, GA, offers this insightful article in our series about the tension between preaching grace and the pursuit of holiness. Rooted is glad to have…
Liz Edrington, Youth Minister at Christ Episcopal Church in Charlottesville, VA, writes the first contribution in our new series called “The Pursuit of Holiness”. “Impressing the importance of holiness in the Christian life.” Three years ago, this phrase…
