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Restoring National Unity and Trust in Public Health
Citizens are divided over the government’s COVID-19 response. Many have lost all trust in their elected representatives and are frustrated by the lack of transparency from public health units
25 Reasons to Ban Vaccine Passports
No one can predict the future, but we can learn much from history that will help us navigate the present. History has shown that awarding governments with totalitarian power
Anti-Christian Discrimination & the Inequitable Application of Law
Even lawyers are perplexed by the inequitable and discriminatory application of COVID-19 laws in Canada.[1] Take for instance, Ontario’s Reopening Ontario Act (ROA), which has been used by Premier Doug
Churches, stop taking Money from the State
Several years ago, the Canadian government started offering churches and other organizations student grants in order to employ young people desirous of finding summer jobs. One of our church staff
Churches are not Subjects of the State
Churches are not subjects of the State and, therefore, are not subject to provincial health regulations. That is a bold statement for the modern reader, but it is true.
The Power of Money over Health Officials & Church Officials
It has been intriguing to witness the response of non-Christians towards churches that have remained open or attempted to open during lockdowns. Quietly, several have commended churches for their
The COVID Chaos
The practice of evidence-based medicine, founded on years of sound clinical research, is pivotal to physicians seeking effective and safe care for their patients. The recognized standards of credible clinical
The Decline of Truth and Meaning in a Post-COVID-19 Society
We are living in an unprecedented time in world history. The COVID-19 pandemic at the beginning of 2020 sent the whole world into a tailspin as it tried to
The Economic Folly of Lockdowns
By Jonathan Wellum (B.Sc., MA, MBA, CFA), President & CEO Rocklinc Investment Partners “The cost of lockdowns in Canada is at least 10 times higher than the benefit in
Lockdowns and Governmental Hypocrisy
Subscribe In June 2020, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau violated the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and participated in an anti-racism protest.1 In April 2020, Premier Doug Ford travelled
A Call to Divine Obedience over Civil Obedience
This is the most controversial article I have ever written and perhaps the longest. Some will applaud it, others will reject it. But my convictions are firm. Days ago,
50 Reasons why Christians should Protest the Lockdown and the Closure of Churches
1/ Because no secular politician loves the church like believers do. 2/ Because our ultimate kingly authority is Christ. 3/ Because our governmental system actually invites opposition. 4/ Because
Should I Trust the Experts?
I am not a conspiracy theorist. Conspiracies largely revolve around the assumption that a group of powerful people, working in complete secrecy, have a master plan to deceive us.
Are We Listening Yet?
What God is Teaching his Church through COVID-19
If someone yells at us, we tend to snap to attention and listen more attentively than usual. Sustained volume intimidates and concerns us. But sometimes volume is necessary to
100 Ways to Kill your Church: A Mental Checklist for People who Love Christ’s Bride
I love the church and I want it to succeed. But we cannot be passive. Every church must work hard at staying healthy. Unhealthy churches eventually die. Here are
Should we Publicly Protest Abortion?
As the 40 Days for Life campaign began last week in over sixty countries worldwide, it's necessary for us to consider the question: Should God’s people publicly protest abortion
A Social Media Picture is Worth a 1000 Words
They say a picture is worth a thousand words! How true that is. Pictures capture moments in history and memories worth preserving. But pictures can also portray the state
100 Lies People Believe
If you tell a lie often enough people will believe it. 100 LIES PEOPLE BELIEVE: 1/ There is no evidence for God. 2/ The Bible is outdated. 3/ Love
Post-Construction Church Hazards: Things to Guard Against when your Church Expands
Six weeks ago our church opened the doors to a new 800-seat Worship Centre. This construction project cost us several years of time, a ton of money, much prayer,
Three Factors to Consider Before You Vote
With the pending federal election rapidly approaching, Christians want to be clear minded about their voting choices. Political decisions are highly influenced by the moral values of elected politicians.
5 Reasons You Should Teach Morals to Unbelievers
Many Christians believe that, because we are saved by grace through faith alone, it is pointless to teach/encourage/petition for public morality. The mindset is: "Why moralize people that don’t
Beware of Migrating Sheep
Imagine living in first-century Corinth, Smyrna or Ephesus. You and your family are looking for a church and so you arrange for a family meeting. You discuss your options,
God’s Metric of Success
The first question someone asks me when they hear I’m a Church Planter is always, “How many people go to your church on Sunday?” To which I usually reply,
What to Expect on Mother’s Day
What should a mother expect on Mother’s Day? Should mothers expect anything? Is it biblical? These are questions we should ask ourselves as we prepare for Mother’s Day. The
Why Elder Qualifications Matter
I am a big believer that God uses all sorts of personalities to advance his Kingdom. We see this in Scripture. Biblical figures display a wide array of strengths
My Response to the Discriminatory & Bullying Tactics of the GECDSB
Dear Readers: Here is my response to the recently published Windsor Star article that announces the Greater Essex County District School Board’s decision to fly the rainbow flag at
We are all Posers
The elders council of our church just finished a book study of Pilgrim’s Progress. Authored by John Bunyan and published in 1678 this Christian allegory is chock-full of needed
Are you a Future Apostate?
We tend to think of apostasy as an early church or medieval sin: the word even sounds ancient! But apostasy is still a problem in the church today. As
When Prayer becomes an Excuse for Indecision
I believe in prayer. I practice prayer. I pray because I affirm the sovereignty of God over all of life. I pray to call upon God to display himself
Hyper sensitivity to Words
A curious thing is happening in our culture. People are becoming hypersensitive to words. In ancient times we used to fight with fists, knives and other weapons as well
Can I Know I’m Saved?
Many theological debates come and go, but some remain. From the time of my childhood I can recall questions, debates and discussions surrounding the question, "Can a believer truly
Western Civilization Will Soon End
Why should we value human life? What is the basis of human rights? Why do we mourn senseless murder? Why prosecute war crimes? What’s the point of defending children
Who Is to Blame for my Behaviour?
We have always been blame shifters. Cain blamed Abel for God’s rejection of his sacrifice (Gen. 4:8). Saul blamed David for his woes (1 Sam. 18:8-9). The Pharisees didn’t
Managing Stress in Ministry
A few years back I hit a wall. I was tired, stressed and anxious about the prospect of returning to church ministry after a vacation. I shut down; my
Church Hopping vs. Enduring Love
When I was first training for ministry in the early 1990s, it was common for pastors to switch churches every few years. Most veteran pastors had served three, five,
Desperate for Primary Identity
How should I describe myself to you? Would this suffice: Anglophone, of Irish-English descent, and Canadian? Is that sufficient, or should I say more? What is my primary identity?
The Cure for Distrust
Trust is critical to the success of every relationship. When I was a young boy, I was fascinated with novels about sled dogs and wolves. I read stories about
The Subtle Sin of Self-Righteousness
I have often caught myself thinking ill of another believer’s actions, and then the Holy Spirit makes me aware of my own glaring flaws. Can you relate? Every seasoned
Tension in Worship
Have you ever been told your worship life should look more like your participation at a sporting event - more passion, more engagement, more joy? And have you ever
Canada and Cannabis
The Canadian government has chosen to legalize the recreational use of cannabis (marijuana). This differs from medical marijuana use in that it permits Canadians to smoke weed for pleasure.
Dating Unbelievers and What it Says About You
When I was a teenager, I made the brief mistake of dating an unbeliever. I was sure about my faith in Jesus Christ, but the attraction of a girl
Are you Sold Out or a Sellout?
Life can be very, very good. Set aside the long lines at the drive-thru, the disturbing fact that the local ice cream shop closes at 8:00 PM, and the
Christian Mothers are Equipped to Love!
Am I equipped to be a mother? Do I have what it takes? Will I repeat the same mistakes my mother made? What if I mess up my
Jesus Helps Us Look Past Death
Grief is Inevitable Over 300 years ago, Christopher Bullock (1716) wrote, “Tis impossible to be sure of anything but death and taxes.” His observation resonated with people. The saying
Church Leadership 101
In today’s Christian culture, leadership has become a highly studied and thoroughly debated topic. More than ever, it seems, church leaders are turning to worldly ideologies and philosophies to
I Feel like Dying
Have you ever been so overwhelmed by life that you have considered suicide? Have you ever felt as though your life has no meaning and you would rather be
Minding the Gap for Ministry
A common belief pertaining to understanding Scripture is: when reading the Bible it is always best to take the plain, literal meaning of the text. But is it always
Do you have Tall Poppy Syndrome?
I was recently introduced to a cultural term-Tall Poppy Syndrome-which was new to me but which expresses a phenomenon I have repeatedly observed. It is a term that expresses
The Uniqueness of Jesus of Nazareth
Jesus of Nazareth is perhaps the most debated and intriguing Person in all of history. He continues to be the subject of scholarly investigation and research. There is a
The Healing Promise of the Resurrection
I have rarely taken painkillers, but I am very glad they exist! I once tried the tough guy approach under a dentist’s drill by refusing freezing (hey, you only
Visible Worship Glorifies God!
Showiness in worship robs God of his glory, but so does a lack of visible display. Along with a contrite heart, prayerful dependence, and a response to the Word
The Armchair Theologian
Pastors, imagine if we could preach our sermons through metal screens, scamper backstage, collect a paycheque, bolt out the door and never look anyone in the eye. How awesome
What is a Worship Leader?
Let’s be honest, we talk about worship a lot in church: How many hymns should still be sung on a Sunday? How loud should we be? Are lights and
A Distorted Identity
The pursuit of self-discovery can exhaust and distort the identity believers find hidden in Christ (Col. 3:1-4). Confusion can be further magnified with poor theological understanding and twisted interpretations
Loving Sinners
Loving sinners comes both naturally and unnaturally to me. Having grown up in a Mennonite culture that was deeply insecure, I developed a heart for the socially unlovable because
Do This
At the heart of the questions about worship ministry that I frequently get asked is this: What is the most important thing I must do as a Worship Leader?
Why Jesus’ Atonement for Sin is Absolutely Necessary
Why did Jesus die on the cross? That the cross is central to Christianity makes the answer to that question crucially important. Central to all aspects of His crucifixion
Your Approach to Defending the Gospel Matters
“What I'm about to preach, you will never remember. What you have just seen, you will never forget.” Author unknown Biblical Christianity maintains that there is content to the
Do believers in Believer’s Baptism really believe in Believer’s Baptism?
The biblical doctrine of water baptism has taken a beating. Christians disagree on its function, its form, and the appropriate age and circumstances required to be baptized. And I
How to Fight Well (with another Believer)
A Christian friend recently admitted of conflict resolution: “I need to learn to fight better!” Very true. Christians fight. We always have and we always will until Jesus takes
When spiritual gifts become toxic
By grace, God has dispensed unique spiritual gifts to his people that are intended to bring him glory and benefit the church. Lists of gifts occur in several places
Why are there so many stupid people?
I once had a parent bring their child to me after a sermon with this question: “Pastor, why did you use the word ‘stupid’ in your sermon?” I snickered
How to listen to sermons
Preachers spend thousands of hours of their lives learning sermon theory, preparing sermons, writing and reading books on sermons, and preaching sermons. And, to the degree that a sermon