As I continue to reflect on the nature of pastoral ministry, ministry in the North American evangelical church, and questions of ministry integrity, I find myself returning often to the topic of holiness. Even writing the word holiness makes me feel a little bit "old school." However, if I hold the tension of that uncomfortable …
Bibliography on Prayer
Throughout our series, "Great Prayers of the Bible," we looked at passages of Scripture in which prayer is the central activity. Along with study of those specific Bible passages, I turned to the wisdom of many authors far more brilliant than me and from many different eras for help. At times people ask me whether …
Twelve Practical Points on Prayer
This past year, I have endeavored to grow in my life of prayer. Last October, I read through a brief pamphlet by J. C. Ryle entitled A Call to Prayer. Ryle is a 19th century Anglican Bishop most famous for his book Holiness. Here are twelve practical points with which Ryle concludes this excellent little …
Matthew Erickson 