The Institute for Christian Culture is one among a growing number of ministries dedicated to discovering and applying a consistent, Biblical worldview to every area of life. Our goal is to help Christians reclaim the heritage of our spiritual ancestors who proclaimed the crown rights of King Jesus and transformed the ancient world.

This site has essays, articles and commentary on a wide variety of subjects. Some are dry and academic, some are outrageous (and hilarious) but all are intended to help Christians think Biblically about every area of life.

Or Weird People in the Church
A long, meandering essay that probably reveals more about the inner, psychological problems of the author, than it does about the state of the church but we were desperate and so it got published anyway…
True confession time; a pastor really ought to be a “people” sort of person; you know …

Note: The below was written originally (I believe) for a job application for a teaching position at a univeristy. One of the requirements was for a brief essay on how the potential instructor understood the pursuit of “truth.” Since this was a secular institution, I had to find a way to convey my Christian …

On Theological Controversies and Confusion
Every so often, I receive emails, phone calls or letters asking for my take on the latest theological controversy running through the Christian community. While most enquiries are from sincere laymen concerned about some new “idea” threatening to tear their church apart; sometimes these requests are not-so-subtle attempts to obtain ammunition …

The Bible on Race and Culture
The Bible and Race
All men are descended from Adam and Noah, giving them common ancestors which makes all humans related to one another, in some manner (Gen 1:28, 10:1ff).
God divided men at Babel into various linguistic/cultural groups (Gen 11:1, 8-9).
The promise of the Gospel given to Abraham was that ALL …

High Ground Electronic Newsletter
Copyright © January 2008
Highlands Reformed Church and The Institute for Christian Culture

How to be at Peace Even in the Midst of Crisis
Introduction
One of the fringe benefits to getting older is developing a sense of perspective. After having been around for a while, getting banged up, acquiring a few scars and hopefully learning some humility, you realize that life is complex, often difficult and things never seem …

Some Thoughts on the Interpretation of New Testament Prophecy And Its Application to Current Events
One of the more popular spectator sports within certain segments of the broad evangelical Christian community is trying to identify the Anti-Christ. Ever since I was brought to faith in Jesus 35 years ago, I have been entertained by the various …

A Discussion of the Relationship between the Spirit and Body in Dealing with Strong, Negative Emotions
Depression has probably been one of the most common problems that people bring to our counseling ministry. They feel bad; and to make matters even worse, they feel bad for feeling bad! When people come to us from outside …