The prologue of John states that the Word “was life, and the life was the light of men.” He gives what he is. For those who live in a world of darkness what truth could offer more hope than this? He who is “the light of life” intrudes himself upon the deepest shadows to bring a redemption no one else can.

In this episode, Office Hours talks to the newest faculty member at Westminster Seminary California, Dr. A. Craig Troxel. Dr. Troxel joins the faculty as Professor of Practical Theology.

God encourages his exiled people by assuring them of his presence through trials, reminding them of their value to him, and promising to re-gather them.

Like Cyrus, which this text anticipates, the “Servant of the Lord” (in which he is announced in this passage) will bring forth Justice when he comes.  But what kind of justice is anticipated?

The Lord called into existence the things that do not exist, demonstrating his sovereign power through a simple, creative word. Christ’s ministry is nothing less than this. The outpouring of his divine authority is evident in what he accomplished and has promised for his new creation.  

Isaiah 40 not only contains God's call to comfort his people but also addresses the concerns of the people and the prophet in light of God's judgment.   

John's gospel begins—not with Jesus' genealogy or public ministry—but with a prologue. 

WSC President Joel Kim delivers the opening morning devotion for the 2019/20 school year. 

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Dr. Ryan Glomsrud about the new translation of Johann Heinrich Heidegger's work, “The Concise Marrow of Christian Theology.”

Dr. VanDrunen answers the question, “how should Christians think about ethics?” in this Westminster Answers video.

Dr. Horton explains the importance of doctrine for Christians in this installment of Westminster Answers.

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Dr. Ryan Glomsrud about the new translation of Johann Heinrich Heidegger's work, “The Concise Marrow of Christian Theology.”

In the midst of challenging circumstances, we emulate the Psalmist in looking within ourselves.  Yet this Psalm and the Scriptures remind us of our dependence by highlighting the phrase “but God.”  

This psalm celebrates the God who fulfilled his promises to Abraham.