Carl Trueman's Posts

Carl Trueman's Posts

Last week’s post brought some of the usual reactions – Why do I write about celebrity all the time? Why do I appear to be hitting friends? Given that my arguments seem in danger of being dismissed because of perceived flaws in my character and motivation, some response to personal...
La Diva just sent me this comment from her blog which she was 'so humbled' to receive: Aimee. More and more you demonstrate fine writing and clear thinking [CRT: She's hanging out with me. Hey, some of my magic was bound to rub off]. It is also apparent to me that you are twice as smart...
Analyses of the ‘Trump Moment’ in American politics vary in the details but what is clear is that disillusionment with the Washington Establishment -- oft touted in previous elections but rarely seen as having practical electoral significance – might finally be having an impact...
This just in from an Australian reader who takes exception to my advice on London hostelries. Always happy to offer constructive response to those who need some guidance on life's questions: Dear Dr Carl, I used to admire your wit and intelligence [CRT: Good man! Though the past tense gives...
I am happy to give blog space to a guest post by Mark Jones, furthering the conversation on the theology of the recent creed from Ligonier: Mark writes: “We affirm that as truly man, Christ possesses all the natural limitations and common infirmities of human nature and that He is like us in...
As is well known, the Spin Team are more than happy to answer listeners' questions and here is one that came in yesterday, reprinted here with permission and commentary: Hello Dr. Trueman! My name is ***** and I'm a prospective student of Westminster. Firstly, I've been listening to...
In wake of my product placement post , a correspondent recently drew my attention to the rise of the Reformed celebrity endorsement as a most unwholesome phenomenon. Of course, such things are not entirely new. Book commendations are an example of such. I have done plenty – far too many...
The arrival of a new Christological creed from Ligonier Ministries raises some helpful questions. Over at Reformation 21, Mark Jones seems generally appreciative of the intention while critical of some of the theological shortcomings and wording of the various documents. Yet, while sharing Jones...
For any who missed it, the people at Canon Press have released a statement on the recent plagiarism issues. It should reassure the True Believers, provide fodder for those interested in researching the interconnections of personalities and publishing (but please remember -- do not use an uncredited...
Pruitt and La Diva have, as usual, pointed out the obvious: The problems of a culture where women are expected to have agonies of conscience over whether to give travel directions to a man who is lost, or whether to serve as a police officer, but where it is fine to share a gospel platform with a...