by Jeremy Bouma | Theology
For 15 years my old theology professor, author, and friend Michael Wittmer has been saying that evangelicals are Gnostic and don’t even know it, as evidenced by some of the songs we sing. Songs like I’ll Fly Away. Who among us hasn’t sung that old hymn... by Jeremy Bouma | American Culture, Church Culture, Theology
BREAKING UPDATE: Apparently World Vision has reversed their decision to adjust their policy toward same-sex married employees/employment. Read the full letter from Richard Stern, here. An incredible turn of events that is well-appreciated, and well-received. While I... by Jeremy Bouma | Christian Spirituality, Theology
I was honored to write this article for a book launching Spring 2014, called Heaven and Hell: Are They Real? The book includes scripture quotes that capture the current interest in the reality of heaven and hell, while offering 30 days of readings on heaven plus 30... by Jeremy Bouma | Theology
This is a post from my archives that I thought I’d break out again in light of some recent conversations surrounding alcohol. In short: drinking alcohol isn’t a matter of Christian liberty, it’s a matter of human liberty. Because wine, beer, and...
by Jeremy Bouma | American Culture, Church Culture, Theology
This was an important article a few years ago in light of the two historic Supreme Court judgments involving California’s Prop 8 and DOMA. It’s even more important given the acerbity surrounding the recent freedom of religion bills in Indiana and others... by Jeremy Bouma | Ministry, Theology
Here is a Monday column at Zondervan’s Engaging Church blog, a wonderful resource for ministry leaders. It’s another post on the new must-read set of resources for youth workers by youth practitioner and expert, Andrew Root. Last time we talked about taking the cross...