Posts by Mark Dever
Four Strategic Steps for the Great Commission Church
The Great Commission does not call on churches to act as departments of the motor vehicle service....
The problem of evangelistic programs
It doesn't take much effort to convince most Christians that the gospels...
Four Biblical Foundations for Contextualization
Contextualization is the process by which the Gospel and the Church become closer...
The Underestimated Pastoral Power of the Correct Doctrine of Repentance
The correct doctrine of repentance provides pastoral power. It equips pastors and believers...
How the principle of «belonging before faith» undermines the essence of the Church
One of the important discoveries of the modern world is that John Donne was right, and Sa...
Dear Pastor, Know Your Theology of Sanctification
The moment I realized the inadequacy of my understanding of sanctification forever...
Church: Universal and Local
Definition The Universal Church is the heavenly and eschatological gathering of all believers...
What is a local church?
A local church is a group of Christians who meet regularly in the name of Christ to...
Theological Critique of Multi-Campus (Multi-Location) Churches: What is «Church»?
What do you think are the necessary elements for a group of Christians to become p...
Wanted: instigators and provocateurs in the church!
If you, like most pastors, don't want to deal with church members who, in your opinion,...