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Living Theologically

theology and the Christian life

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Mike McGarry

Mike is the Founder/Director of Youth Pastor Theologian, where he currently writes and speaks to serve youth pastors. Visit youthpastortheologian.com to learn more about YPT and read his blogs and books, or to learn more about bringing Mike to speak at your church, retreat, or conference.

What’s the Difference Between a D.Min and Ph.D?

What is the difference between a D.Min and Ph.D? How do I choose which degree to pursue? Here's what I wish someone told me.

What’s the Difference Between Roman Catholic and Protestant Christianity?

What is the difference between Roman Catholic and Protestant Christianity? To deny the 5 Sola's is to deny the sufficiency of the Gospel for salvation.

Four Motifs for Sharing the Gospel

How do I share the gospel with my friends? It never seems to "come up." When we know these four gospel motifs, we are better equipped to share our faith.

Why is Temptation so Enticing (and how to overcome)

How does temptation work? Why do we given in to sin? When we look at Adam and Eve's first sin we discover a pattern that Satan still uses. How do we fight sin?

Two Reasons My Family Won’t Buy an Elf on the Shelf

Christian parents are wondering, "Can Christians have an elf on the shelf?" There are two reasons my family will not get an Elf on the Shelf.

Two Kinds of Sin (and what is sin anyway?)

Sin is more than a mistake or an accident... but what is sin? Sins of commission and sins of omission are described. The gospel brings hope for sinners.

What is the Gospel?

In all the talk about gospel centered ministry, we need to ask ourselves "What is the gospel?" and "How do I become a Christian?"

What is Pentecost & Why Does it Matter?

The Holy Spirit came on Pentecost to live within Christians by their faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ. This made the normal Christian a walking Mount Sinai.

If God is Sovereign, Why Should We Pray?

Why pray if God is sovereign? Does prayer do anything? The doctrine of election seems to make prayer useless. Not so! Instead, we pray because God is sovereign!

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