Articles

Equal But Not the Same: God's Design for Men and Women
By Andrew Micklefield
In a society where inter-gender equality is fashionable and relationships are often perilous, the Bible’s perspective on men and women is particularly relevant. Is God sexist? Should husbands be “over” their wives? If the Bible says that “in Christ there is neither male nor female,” why has fundamental Christianity restricted many women? Where is the grace and love in all this? Releasing men and women to serve side by side as God intended, Andrew answers these tough and relevant questions head-on. We hope you’ll “feel better” after reading this theological treatment of a thorny and emotionally charged issue. This position has helped us at Calvary, and has since been used for discussion by leaders in other churches and institutions.

No More Pain? Untangling Common Misunderstandings about Christ’s Death and Physical Healing
By Andrew Micklefield
With positions ranging from “God never heals” to “God always heals,” Christians seem confused about physical healing in the church today. Taking aim at some common excesses espoused by many “Word-Faith” teachers, Andrew examines the thinking and original intention behind commonly used phrases like “by His stripes we are healed” and leaves readers expectant for healing, while trusting God’s Sovereignty too. We hope this paper will make you “feel better” about an issue that has left many disappointed, condemned or discouraged. Summary: physical healing is part of God’s Kingdom and available for people today!

The Inner Ring
By CS Lewis
With his usual wit and perception, CS Lewis explains that those who long to be accepted by others will always be disappointed until they stop trying, and start being themselves. Lewis’ insight rings true as our culture prioritizes acceptance and “coolness” at almost any cost.

Christians and Halloween
By Andrew Micklefield
Originally appearing in Steinbach’s Carillon newspaper, Andrew traces the roots of Halloween and tackles confusing issues discussed by Christians during Halloween. Helpful though unconventional conclusions suggest Halloween might the greatest few hours of the year for positive Christian witness.

For Single Men and Women (And the Rest of Us)
By John Piper
Courtesy of Crossway Books, this is an excellent essay for single people wishing they weren’t single. If you’re wondering about the benefits (if any?) of your singlehood, this article is for you. Outlining why being single is a dignified and worthy stage of life, John Piper encourages his readers with perspective on single-hood that many have not considered. A very encouraging and worthwhile read.

United Pentecostalism + Oneness Theology Articles
By Andrew Micklefield
Prompted by the appearance of this group in our own community, these eleven pages of research summarize where the United Pentecostal Church International deviate from mainstream evangelicalism. Subtle words disguise gaping holes their understandings of the widely accepted Christian doctrines of the Trinity and baptism. If you’re wondering about who these people are and what they believe, this collection of articles will no doubt be helpful.


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