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Dry Bone Hermeneutics

Pastor Jim McClarty talks about the necessity of letting the words of the Bible speak for themselves — especially when God interprets His own actions.

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Christology Part 10

This week we discussed the humiliation of Jesus Christ, from condescending to human form to suffering on the cross.

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God’s Attributes of Invisibility and Knowledge

As we continued our discussion of the attributes of God, this week we touched briefly on His righteousness before considering the biblical descriptions of God’s invisibility and infinite knowledge.

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Exegetical Imperative

I occasionally use the phrase “exegetical imperative” and an online listener asked if I would define it. And so I have.

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Thanksgiving Proclamations

Just a quick look at two of the several Thanksgiving Proclamations our forefathers put forth, back when these United States were governed by Christian men who saw the call to worship as part of their duty as national leaders.

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The Charge

On May 5, 2000, Elders Morris and Ward officiated my ordination. This bit of video is from “the charge” laid on me by Elder Ward. Since today is the 11th anniversary of that service, I thought I’d share this very emotional moment with all of you. (And yes, I did have a ponytail in those...

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ETT – The Word on the Word Pt 1

Back in June of 2013, Pastor Jim presented a two-part lecture on the evidence that the Bible is true, trustworthy, and indeed the Word of God. Unfortunately, this video was captured with a very low-res camera. The white balance is way off and the lights behind the pulpit blow out the contrast. But, if you...

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1 Timothy 2:4

Along with John 3:16 and 2Peter 3:9, 1Timothy 2:4 is a favorite Arminian proof text. But, did Paul intend to tell Timothy that God’s desire was to save “all men” — each and every man who ever lived? That’s the subject of this video from Pastor Jim McClarty.

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Pet Peeves

Let There Be Light Touch Not the Lord’s Anointed Pronouncing Anathemas