The andrew paul cannon Blog

Tag: ecclesiology

Please consider supporting this ministry:

Shop More or Donate
  • The Loss of Basic Church

    The Loss of Basic Church

    One burden on my heart is the loss of “basic church” in the western world. Doing church has become about many things, programs, and attractions. It has become a manifestation of the sensationalism that plagued America in the previous generation and this one. In all of our malcontent, the Bible speaks consistently about what God…

  • What is Complementarianism?

    What is Complementarianism?

    Beth Moore’s recent exit from the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) over issues related to complementarianism has caused quite a few to ask what complementarianism is. I want to thank Mrs. Moore for making complementarianism a matter of interest. Moore’s exit from the SBC was unfortunate and seems to have mostly resulted from her own disdain…

  • Is Congregationalism Biblical?

    Is Congregationalism Biblical?

    We have seen, over the past few weeks, that elder plurality is desirable in every local church. In fact, it is the Biblical model. We have seen that the Biblical responsibilities of the elders in the local church are to lead the church doctrinally, lead the church practically concerning church discipline and vision and direction,…

  • New Free Resources Available For Your Personal Growth in Christ

    New Free Resources Available For Your Personal Growth in Christ

    In Hebrews 6, the human author(s) challenge the people to move on from elementary teaching about Christ, not laying again the foundation but moving on to maturity. This is one of my goals. My desire is for our readers and pastors (in training and in the field) not perpetually lay again the foundation of the…

  • The Forgotten Mission of the Local Church Meeting

    The Forgotten Mission of the Local Church Meeting

    Merry Christmas! This week we will celebrate the biggest holiday in America. People have shopped for presents, told stories about the babe in the manger, watched movies about the Grinch, and many are hearing again from Luke, chapter two, at church this morning. The story of Christ’s birth is miraculous. It is amazing. The whole…