more on harsh language

Here is Doug Wilson’s response to the arguments put forward by Nathan Busenitz that I referenced earlier today. Here is Doug’s response to Nathan’s third argument which was definitely the best one he had: 3. And last, Busenitz presents what he believes to be his most important argument — that Driscoll is privileging Old Testament […]

harsh language

here is Mark Driscoll talking briefly about the use of harsh language in the Bible. Hat tip to Joe Thorn.

even more language

Continuing this thread of posts, Nathan Busenitz clarifies a bit for us the difference between harsh language condemning sin or heresy and “Flippancy, Frivolity, and Filthy Talk.” It is a useful distinction. In addition, he has this to add about Mark Driscoll in particular: As a young man myself, I understand why Mark Driscoll’s ministry […]

Tough Language

Why did John Piper invite Mark Driscoll to address the topic of harsh language in preaching at the power of words national conference? Let him tell you. Hat tip to Nathan Busenitz who has more to say on the topic of pastoral use of harsh language and sarcasm. And so, contends Driscoll, pastors today not […]

Mark Driscoll on The Shack

here is Mark Driscoll’s take on the Shack a couple of other Mark Driscoll videos here including his entire message on using harsh language.

Role of singing and speaking in worship

Here is another video promoting the upcoming Desiring God conference on the power of words. This one relates to the role of singing in the worship service. Good stuff Hat tip to Desiring God via the Ramblin’ Pastor Man. There are two other good clips embedded at the Desiring God link above. This sounds like […]

first reports on Desiring God conference

the first reports are trickling in about the Desiring God fall conference on the power of words. Mark Driscoll just completed his session entitled: How Sharp the Edge? Christ, Controversy, and Cutting Words. It was one of the best messages I have ever heard, and one that needs to continue to be spoken. Driscoll was […]