As is sometimes the case when searching the web for information, I come across an interesting article unrelated to the topic of my search and such is the case for this post. A few excerpts from a local newspaper...
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Bearing False Witness & History
If you were asked what the ninth commandment says, you might answer, “Don’t tell lies.” One popular paraphrase of the Bible says just that in Exodus 20:16, “Do not tell lies about others.” The ninth commandment does...
The Carpenter and the Cross
Over the years I have worked with wood occasionally and the subject of Jesus’ trade has intrigued me. As we anticipate Christ’s entrance into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, the crucifixion, burial, resurrection, and...
Review, Geerhardus Vos, by Danny E. Olinger
Reformed theology in the American Colonies developed primarily among those who spoke English from Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and England. Reformed societies from the western Continent such as the Swiss, German, Dutch...
Matthew Henry, Presbyterian Minister and Bible Commentator
Matthew Henry, 1662-1714 Matthew was born prematurely October 18, 1662, at Broad Oak, Flintshire, to Katharine and Philip Henry (1631-1696). His mother was the only child of Daniel Matthews; his father was the minister...
Robert Dick Wilson, Man of Many Languages
Robert Dick Wilson was born to Anna Graham (Dick) and Andrew Wilkins Wilson February 5, 1856 in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Andrew was a successful local merchant. Robert was taught to read by his mother before he began...