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The Epistle of James is now Available!
October 3, 2017 by Sam Storms
Several weeks ago I announced that my entire series of sermon notes on the book of Hebrews was available on my website. Today I’m happy to tell you that all twenty-two lessons on the book of James are now posted. If you are unfamiliar about how to access these documents, simply click on Resources at the top of the Home page, and then on Articles. Look under Biblical Studies, and at the bottom of the list you will see both Hebrews and James. These twenty-two articles are essentially a verse-by-verse analysis of James. I hope and pray you will find them helpful in your life or ministry, or in both.
A Response to Stephen Nichols, Steve Lawson, and Burk Parsons on the Continuation of Spiritual Gifts (Part One)
By: Sam Storms
A Response to Stephen Nichols, Steve Lawson, and Burk Parsons on the Continuation of Spiritual Gifts (Part One)
By: Sam Storms
Last year, at one of their conferences, the three men noted above led a panel discussion as a part of Ligonier Ministries. I watched the entire discussion and took careful notes. Quite honestly, I was surprised by how unaware all of them appeared to be of the widely published arguments against their position. So I decided to write them a rather long email response. As of the publication of this blog post I still have not heard back from any of them. I welcome their input...Read More ➔
Bumper-sticker theology and the meaning of “Love”
2By: Sam Storms
Bumper-sticker theology and the meaning of “Love”
By: Sam Storms
I’m not a fan of bumper-sticker theology. I’m referring to those clever little one-liners that neatly sum up an otherwise complex biblical truth, or what the author of the one-liner thinks is biblical truth. People generally love the sort of punchy proclamations that are short enough to paste on the bumper of your car or emblazon the front of your t-shirt. They are catchy and powerfully persuasive. That’s what makes them dangerous. More times than not t...Read More ➔
Pentecost and the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit
5By: Sam Storms
Pentecost and the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit
By: Sam Storms
Yesterday, May 28, 2023, was Pentecost Sunday. Each year I post an article to remind us all of what happened those many centuries ago when the Holy Spirit came in power (Acts 1:8) upon the disciples in Jerusalem. But even more important than that is what the Spirit continues to do today in the lives of those who have come to faith in Jesus. So let’s review the meaning of the Day of Pentecost and how it affects us in the 21st century. Pentecost is the day in the ch...Read More ➔
Delight yourself in the Lord
1By: Sam Storms
Delight yourself in the Lord
By: Sam Storms
I’ve linked to a message I delivered at the chapel service of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. It was a few years ago when this took place, but I trust you will find it helpful and be encouraged. Sam...Read More ➔
Tim Keller (1950-2023)
2By: Sam Storms
Tim Keller (1950-2023)
By: Sam Storms
I’m quite sure you’ve heard by now that Presbyterian pastor, theologian, and author Tim Keller succumbed to pancreatic cancer this past week. He is the second influential Christian thinker to die from this horrid disease this year. Earlier in 2023 Michael Heiser passed away from the same form of cancer. I didn’t know Tim well, but I do have fond recollections from a couple of encounters with him. Of course, he was one of the founders, together with Don...Read More ➔
Can We Worship God When We Feel Nothing?
2By: Sam Storms
Can We Worship God When We Feel Nothing?
By: Sam Storms
I’ve been asked that question countless times. Many have responded to it by saying that we are morally obligated to worship God even when we feel nothing for him. But if your reason for worshiping God is merely from a sense of moral duty, God would rather you not worship him at all. To say that God is pleased with worship that lacks passion is to say God endorses hypocrisy. How can one ever forget the stinging rebuke Jesus made of the Pharisees in this regard? &...Read More ➔
The Spectrum of Beliefs on Same-Sex Attraction
2By: Sam Storms
The Spectrum of Beliefs on Same-Sex Attraction
By: Sam Storms
In any discussion of these matters, we must never lose sight of the fact that all men and women, of every age and ethnicity, are created in the image of God and are thus deserving of the respect and dignity that this truth demands. That being said, what are the primary categories of belief when it comes to the moral status of same-sex attraction? First, some insist that same sex attraction is God-given and should be happily embraced by those who experience it. It is no...Read More ➔
Can We Pray to the Holy Spirit?
3By: Sam Storms
Can We Pray to the Holy Spirit?
By: Sam Storms
Can We Pray to the Holy Spirit? [This article is by my good friend Gregg Allison, who teaches theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.] Gregg Allison Can we, or can we not, pray to the Holy Spirit? Augustine (354–430) composed this prayer to the Holy Spirit: Breathe in me O Holy Spirit that my thoughts may all be holy;Act in me O Holy Spirit that my works, too, may be holy;Draw my heart O Holy Spirit that I love but what ...Read More ➔
Does it matter much whether or not Jesus ever sinned?
By: Sam Storms
Does it matter much whether or not Jesus ever sinned?
By: Sam Storms
Evidently not, at least so say more than half of professing Christians. If you have ever wondered if the church is drifting and has lost its way theologically, here is one more line of evidence that the answer to that question is a sad but resounding, Yes. Not only has church attendance plummeted in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, but so too has the theological maturity of many who profess to know Jesus. The results from The American Worldview Inventory 2023 ar...Read More ➔
Christian Hedonism in Two Minutes
1By: Sam Storms
Christian Hedonism in Two Minutes
By: Sam Storms
John Piper March 15, 2023 Christian Hedonism is the conviction that God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him. I won’t take the time to put all the textual foundation under that. I’ve done that in many places. But let me explain the implication. If God is made to look glorious by my being satisfied in him, then pursuing my satisfaction in him becomes essential to obedience and worship. And therefore, Christian Hedonism says, you must pur...Read More ➔
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