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Christian Identity as the Foundation of Formation Christian identity serves as the foundation for spiritual formation, discipleship, recovery, and theological education. The various projects highlighted here reflect a common commitment to helping individuals and churches grow into the image of Christ through intentional formation and gospel-centered discipleship. This monthly update provides a structured overview of…
The Image of God remains one of the most important doctrines in Christian theology. In this article, I place Herman Bavinck and Matthias Joseph Scheeben in conversation to explore how the imago Dei shapes our understanding of humanity, grace, discipleship, and Christian formation. If identity is rooted in being made in the image of God,…
Jungle Ministry Nigeria is a Christ-centered recovery, discipleship, and educational ministry located in Jos, Plateau State. Working among men affected by substance abuse, crime, and generational poverty, Jungle Ministry Nigeria seeks to bring lasting transformation through the gospel of Jesus Christ, biblical discipleship, addiction recovery, leadership development, and theological education. How Jungle Ministry Nigeria Combines…
An overview of ministry among the Karimojong of Uganda, including evangelism, discipleship, poverty challenges, leadership development, and future opportunities for theological education.
Ongoing Theological Work and Ministry Formation Current Projects July 2026 provides a structured overview of ongoing work in theological writing, pastoral ministry, recovery discipleship, and global church formation. While these areas of work may appear diverse on the surface, they are ultimately directed toward a common goal: equipping the Church through deep discipleship, theological reflection,…
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…