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Identity–Recovering God’s Image is the foundation of Christian Counseling and Recovery. The human journey begins with an identity question. Before we can understand our wounds, addictions, fears, or relationships, we must first understand who we are. Scripture teaches that every human being is created in the image of God—created with dignity, purpose, relational capacity, and…
Scott Harrower’s God of All Comfort presents a trinitarian response to human suffering and trauma. Through a close reading of Matthew’s Gospel, Harrower argues that God meets those who endure horrors through the incarnate Son and the indwelling Spirit. This review explores his use of Scripture, trauma theology, divine impassibility, and the movement from despair to hope.
Introduction: Ongoing Theological Work and Ministry Formation This monthly update provides a structured overview of ongoing work in theological writing, pastoral ministry, recovery discipleship, and global church formation. These projects are unified by a central aim: equipping the Church through sustained theological reflection and practical discipleship. Much of this work is intentionally long-term and formative,…
Introduction: Teaching Church History in Nicaragua This past May, I had the opportunity to teach a Christian history course at HTI Nicaragua—an intensive, week-long exploration of church history from the Book of Acts to the present day. The course was both fast-paced and discussion-driven, creating space not only for theological reflection but for shared learning…
Jos Reformed Theological College (JRTC): Advancing Global Theological Education in Nigeria A key sending opportunity–a key educational opportunity through Recovering the Image. As the global demand for biblically grounded leadership continues to grow, Jos Reformed Theological College (JRTC) in Nigeria is emerging as a key institution shaping the next generation of pastors, teachers, and ministry…
This post features a review published in Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society (JETS), Volume 65, No. 2 (June 2022), examining The Fountain of Salvation. This work offers a thoughtful engagement with key theological themes and contributes to the ongoing discussion within biblical and systematic theology. The review highlights the author’s central arguments while situating…
PTS College & Advanced Studies (PTSCAS) is a Reformed Christian educational institution located in Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines. Established in 1983 by the Evangelical Presbyterian Mission, Inc., the school began as a seminary dedicated to training pastors and church leaders. Over the decades, it has grown into a comprehensive college and advanced studies center that…
This monthly update offers a working snapshot of my ongoing writing, teaching, formation, and global ministry labors. All of these efforts are directed toward equipping the Church, strengthening pastoral and lay discipleship, and recovering a rich theological vision of the human person made in God’s image. Much of this work is intentionally patient, layered, and…
The doctrine of the Trinity is often accused of conflicting with Christian monotheism. The article below engages that charge directly, exploring how historic Trinitarian belief can affirm one God without contradiction. I’m sharing this piece (PDF below) as a companion to my reflections here on Trinitarian grammar, for those who want to go deeper. The…
This monthly update offers a working snapshot of my ongoing writing, teaching, formation, and global ministry efforts. All of these projects are directed toward equipping the Church, strengthening pastoral and lay discipleship, and recovering a robust theological vision of the human person made in God’s image. Much of this work is intentionally slow, layered, and…