Jonathan Leeman
Congregationalism Is Used by Satan…Like He Uses Everything Else
By Jonathan Leeman | 06.10.2014Did you catch James MacDonald’s critique of congregationalism yesterday morning? It’s not clear to me if he was referring to hyper-congregationalism or congregationalism in general, but since most of us at 9Marks … keep reading…
Clarifying “Congregationalism”
By Jonathan Leeman | 06.10.2014Like his first post on congregationalism, James MacDonald’s second post serves us who are congregationalists. First, it’s always a blessing to have friendly critics seriously engage with your ideas. Second, polity is important. A … keep reading…
My Congregation Barely Sings; How Can I Help?
By Jonathan Leeman | 9Marks Journal: The Church Singing | 04.23.2014Eighteen tips on how to get your congregation singing.
Why We Sing
By Jonathan Leeman | 9Marks Journal: The Church Singing | 04.23.2014The most beautiful instrument in any Christian service is the sound of the congregation singing.
The Two Paths Out of Trials
By Jonathan Leeman | 04.16.2014There are two paths for people to take in the midst of trials. They can take the path of self-reliance or the path of trusting in God.
What Is the Church’s Mission?
By Jonathan LeemanHow Can We Know What the Church Is Supposed to Do? Jesus commissioned the local church to carry out a mission. Yet local churches often disagree over exactly what Jesus … keep reading…
Is It Loving to Practice Church Discipline?
By Jonathan LeemanDoes the phrase church discipline sound like an oxymoron? Many people believe that the church’s message is centered around grace, and discipline seems contrary to this message. In this booklet, … keep reading…
How Can I Love Church Members with Different Politics?
By A. Naselli, J. LeemanThis booklet offers six practical recommendations for Christians who are divided on political issues. Authors Jonathan Leeman and Andy Naselli propose that Christians should learn how to disagree on many … keep reading…
Connecting Evangelism and Church
By Jonathan Leeman | 9Marks Journal: Evangelism - Part 1 | 09.09.2013Evangelism is both an individual and a team sport. But it’s the latter we tend to neglect. Here are theological and practical steps toward a remedy.
Regulative Like Jazz
By Jonathan Leeman | 9Marks Journal: Is Scripture Enough? | 07.16.2013If you think the regulative principle is overly prescriptive, think of it like jazz: a little bit of structure makes room for a whole lot of improv.
The Twin Temptations of Pragmatism and Authoritarianism
By Jonathan Leeman | 9Marks Journal: Is Scripture Enough? | 07.16.2013Pragmatism and authoritarianism are opposite errors in a philosophy of ministry. But what’s striking is what they have in common.