This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 53 The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They act corruptly and practice injustice; there is none that does good. God looks out from the heavens upon the children of Adam, ToContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 53”
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The Fathers on Psalm 51
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 51 Have mercy on me, God, in accord with your merciful love; in your abundant compassion blot out my transgressions. Thoroughly wash away my guilt; and from my sin cleanse me. For I know myContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 51”
The Fathers on Psalm 46
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 46 Streams of the river gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High. God is in its midst; it shall not be shaken; God will help it at break of day.Continue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 46”
The Fathers on Psalm 45
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 45 My heart is stirred by a noble theme, as I sing my ode to the king. My tongue is the pen of a nimble scribe. You are the most handsome of men; fair speechContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 45”
The Fathers on Psalm 42
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 42 As the deer longs for streams of water, so my soul longs for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, the living God. When can I enter and see the face of God?Continue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 42”
The Fathers on Psalm 39
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 39 And now, LORD, for what do I wait? You are my only hope. From all my sins deliver me; let me not be the taunt of fools. I am silent and do not openContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 39”
The Fathers on Psalm 27
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 27 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The LORD is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid? When evildoers come at me to devour my flesh, These my enemiesContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 27”
The Fathers on Psalm 22
This post is part of an ongoing series offering translations of various early Church father’s commentaries on the Psalms. Psalm 22 My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? Why so far from my call for help, from my cries of anguish? My God, I call by day, but you do not answer; byContinue reading “The Fathers on Psalm 22”
Rules and Roles for Women
I’m excited to share that my article, “Rules and Roles for Women: Vocation and Order in the Apostolic Fathers,” was recently published in the Southern Baptist Journal of Theology. This research was originally undertaken as part of a doctoral seminar at St. Louis University led by Dr. Carolyn Osiek, and I presented my findings atContinue reading “Rules and Roles for Women”
A Protestant Thinks About the Blessed Virgin Mary
Talking about Mary can feel dangerous, especially if you are a Protestant who adheres to Protestant orthodoxy. Sure, we sing about Mary at Christmas, feel her pain on Good Friday, and maybe even read a little about her in the gospels. But for most American Protestants, almost any other interaction with Mary is borderline Catholic.Continue reading “A Protestant Thinks About the Blessed Virgin Mary”
Pursuing Veritas 