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Biblical Worldview ---
Center
for the Advancement of Paleo-Orthodoxy -
This site seeks an integration of knowledge
and disciplines within a Biblical worldview. I was impressed with their
stand on a literal six-day creation. The online journal, Premise,
is top-notch stuff.
World
On the Web - The
online version of World magazine. Articles by a variety of authors
examine our culture from every angle - but all within the Christian worldview.
Very informative, and comments on up-to-date news items impacting society.
The
Kuyper Foundation - This
site is dedicated to the philosophy of Abraham Kuyper: that the ordinances
of God would be the guiding principle in the home, the school, and the
nation. There is some good online material here that falls under this goal.
The
Christian Worldview Web Page - Just
what it sounds like! A growing site that takes a multi-disciplinary approach
within the context of Scripture. Great resources and links to similar sites!
Chalcedon
- Dedicated
to the application of Scripture to all of
life. True thinker's material covering theology, law, medicine,
government, economics, etc. Thoroughly commited to historic
orthodoxy and the Reformation. Home of the excellent periodical, Chalcedon.
By the way, you do not necessarily have to be a "postmillennial
reconstructionist" to apply the Bible to all of life, regardless
of what may be said by "dispensationalist" teachers!
Although I currently hold amillennial views I eagerly devour every issue
of Chalcedon that I can get my hands on. MUST SEE.
Contra
Mundum - A
Reformed website featuring three online journals - Contra Mundum: A
Reformed Cultural Review; Progressive Calvinism; and Antithesis.
Each journal offers good articles on various aspects of Calvinism &
culture, and contents are online. In addition, the site offers book reviews,
online essays, and a book store.
McKenzie
Study Center - The
home of Context, a monthly web magazine featuring articles which
apply Scripture to various disciplines and areas of life. The Archive includes
material on Bible study, theology, the arts, education, health, philosophy,
science, and society.
Theology & Culture ---
Fidelitas
& Thoughts and Adventures -
Two newsletters featuring thought-provoking
commentary on theology, culture and current events from Southern Seminary
(SBC) President R. Albert Mohler, Jr.
SCCCS
- The late
Greg Bahnsen's organization. The online newsletter, Penpoint, offers
valuable articles from a Reformed point of view.
Mars
Hill Fellowship - Actually,
this is a local church website. However, online resources include a "social
justice" section, an art section, and the church is dedicated
to impacting culture across the board. Also promising is the up-and-coming
"midrash" section. Also coming: Pastor Mark Driscoll's
sermons in audio format.
Gospel
& Culture/Deepsight Trust - Online
articles concerning the Gospel & culture. Be sure to check out the
New Zealand periodical, New Slant.
Areopagus
- This
site, "where God is made known," offers an excellent
selection of thought-provoking articles. Truly "Christian thinker"
material.
FTL's
Mars Hill -
A very well-designed and attractive Christian
philosophy site with thoughtful content. Includes an online newsletter
and bulletin board.
Global
Impact - The
online ministry of Monte Wilson, with the goal of applying the truths of
Scripture "to every area of life." Includes the
online newsletter Classical Christianity, with very insightful articles.
Law & Government ---
Christian
Legal Society - Many
helpful resouces dealing with law from a Christian perspective.
Music, Media & the Arts ---
Reformation
of the Arts & Music - Great
website with a truly worthy goal. "RAM's purpose is to publish
materials that promote a general understanding of Art's meaning and methods,
so that both artists and art enthusiasts may develop appreciation and discernment
in all areas of the Arts, including music, literature, poetry, performance,
architecture, sculpture, craftworks, and the graphic arts."
Chorus
-
A Christian perspective on humanities and
the arts, offering great reviews of software, film, music and other contemporary
media affecting us all.
Hollywood
Jesus - Now
this website is truly unique. Evangelical Covenant Pastor David Bruce examines
"pop culture from a spiritual point of view." This
is not just another site filled with "Christian"
movie reviews, but a deep probing look at trends in popular media from
a Christian standpoint. Be sure to check out the links page for more great
resources concerning pop culture. Very well designed site. MUST SEE.
Image
- A
very comprehensive online art journal within the context of a Christian
worldview.
Poetry, Prose, & Artistic Sites ---
The
Krying Muse - Webmistress
"kry" has taken her talent for writing moving poetry
and prose and abandoned it to her Lord Jesus Christ. Her deep and probing
lines, written with a contemporary "gen-x" flavor,
will touch your spirit and make you think. Also visit Kry's other site,
An Invitation to the River.
Nikolai
Razouvaev's Site - Nikolai
is a web-friend, and is a good Reformed brother of Russian descent, now
living in Austrailia. He is a graphic designer, and you just have to visit
his website to believe it - it is really a beautifully artistic testimony
to Nikolai's faith in our Lord. MUST SEE.
Hidden
Manna - Billed
simply as "faith and story," this journal features
great fiction and poetry from believers, as well as editorials and quotes.
They accept submissions, and offer their journal online (HTML -or- PDF),
by e-mail subscription (free), and/or by snail-mail ($). Good reading!
The
Makoto Fujimura Site - Fujimura
is a Japanese artist who exercises his creativity within a Christian and
intellectual context. This site will tell you about him and his artwork,
as well making available several articles by Fujimura concerning art and
the Christian worldview. There is also an e-newsletter entitled I.A.M.
available on request.
NOTE: The websites linked here are individual or ministry sites which cannot be otherwise categorized. However, in following with my linking policy, I consider all of these to be well-done sites well worth your time.
Babu
Ranganathan's Christian Website - Babu
is a former Hindu who has converted to Christ and is now a Reformed Baptist!
He has some brief, but well-written papers on various topics posted on
his site. Babu, like myself, has commited himself to conditional immortality
in regards to Gehenna.
Edward
Fudge Ministries - The
author of The
Fire That Consumes,
a Biblical reconsideration of the final
destiny of the lost. Edward's gracEmail newsletters are excellent
bits of what I consider "devotionals for thinkers."
Edward's attitude is a shining example of Christian charity and, even if
you disagree with him, you will find it impossible to be angry. NOTE:
This website was masterfully redesigned by Jeremy Fudge as of October,
1999. Many of Edward's books and articles are online, as well as all
800 gracEmails. In addition, you will also find some good Bible
studies and worship resources. MUST SEE.
Ken
Collins' Website - Ken
is the pastor of the Garfield Memorial Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
in McLean, Virginia. His site contains many good and inspiring articles
covering many topics of interest to believers - discipleship, worship,
liturgy, and much more. Pastor Collins is not sectarian, but very ecumanical
in outlook and ministry.
Dayspring
Fellowship - A
Reformed church in Austin, Texas pastored by Jackson Boyett. Some real-audio
messages are online here, as well as a helpful chart pinpointing the theological
positions held at Dayspring. This is one of the growing number of churches
embracing the Reformed faith without rejecting the charismata (spiritual
gifts).
Ralph
Woodrow Evangelistic Association - An
excellent ministry that offers excellent materials. You can learn about
Woodrow's books here, and also get acquainted with what his ministry is
all about. Some of Woodrow's articles are online in PDF format. A fairly
new site that is still under construction.
TorchGrab
Youth Ministries - Born
out of the Littleton, Colorado killings, this ministry promotes revival
among the youth of our nation.
Truth
for Life - This
is the teaching ministry of Alistair Begg, one of my favorite Bible teachers.
Begg is the pastor of Parkside Church in suburban Cleveland, Ohio and is
a Reformed Bible teacher with "modern flair" (in
the tradition of MacArthur and Sproul). Here you can access Begg's messages
in real-audio, and read posted articles he has written.
Sovereign
Grace Fellowship - This
is Pastor Kirkland's church in Indiana. Some online articles are available
on their three "distinctives" - the doctrines of
grace, amillennialism, and conditional immortality. Hey ... that's what
I believe! : )
The
Christian Resource Institute - This
is the web ministry of the Warr Acres Church of the Nazarene in Oklahoma.
Great articles and resources on everything from Biblical interpretation
to worship. The material focuses in very specific issues and is well-researched
and extremely helpful.
Theophilus'
World - The
creation of cartoonist Bob West. A regular online comic strip with lessons
you won't find in your newspaper funnies! FROM
THE SITE: "Travel with Theophilus
as he begins to discover that following Jesus sometimes runs afoul of serving
his church. Grow with Theophilus as he changes from a 'church member' to
one who is truly devoted to Jesus and follows wherever he leads. The familiar
situations you see portrayed in these cartoons will cause you to think,
study, laugh, cry, hope, and pray."
The
Roper Library - This
is an online collection of writings ("musings,"
as the author calls them) by David Roper, who runs Idaho Mountain Ministries
along with his wife Carolyn. David's writings, addressing Biblical and
practical topics, are informative, and he has a pleasant writing style.
He and his wife's ministry is obviously a labor of love in ministry to
rural churches (information is available at the site).
The
Trinity Foundation - Some
good articles are contained in the online Trinity Review by authors like
Gordon Clark, John Whitehead, and John Robbins. A firm stand is made for
Reformation principles over Roman-Catholicism and ecumenism.
Community
Evangelical Fellowship - The
church home of both Canon Press and Credenda Agenda magazine. Reformed
in theology, with an emphasis on applying the Scriptures to every area
of life. Online material includes the sermons of Douglas Wilson (audio),
sermon outlines, and material for pastors.
The
Lyle File - Sometimes
brief writing is chock full of profound wisdom. Lyle Ensminger gives us
some "short articles on various topics intended to inform,
encourage, and edify." I think that these writings do just
that, and look forward to more from Lyle.
Steven
Whatley's Home Page -
I was just recently reunited with
this friend that I grew up with here in Texas. He is exactly where I would
have expected to find him: working with computers. Steven is also a commited
believer. His personal site contains some links, gospel music and some
entertaining material on (from?) his African Grey Parrot (named, appropriately,
"Gospel").
The
Christian Children's Page - A
really good site for the kids. Oh, alright ... I had fun there too : )
Peggie's
Place - A
very well done website! Peggie has given it a very "homespun"
appearance. Several good resources on a variety of topics - poetry, testimonies,
articles, many web links, tutorials, devotions, and much more. Well worth
a visit.
The
Lighter Side - Some
good Christian humor and fun, including the "Automatic Theological
Construct Server" (just go see for yourself ...).
The Persecuted Church ---
Shatter
the Silence - There
are more Christians being persecuted and murdered today than there ever
has been! Why do we so rarely hear about this? Why are many believers uninformed?
This site educates us on this important issue. MUST SEE.
A
Cry in the Lion's Den - Another
good resource on the present-day martyrdom of Christians. Don't remain
uneducated on this topic!
International
Christian Concern - Yet
another great site concerning the many Christians in our day and age suffering
overseas.
Abortion & Euthanasia ---
The
Ultimate Pro-Life Resource List -
It is exactly what it claims! MUST SEE.
Controversy
- The online journal
of the International Population & Family Association, an organization
which reports on a variety of topics, including abortion, euthanasia, and
cloning. Still under heavy construction, but future resources look very
promising (there are a few articles and some good links as of 10-15-99).
International
Anti-Euthanasia Task Force - A
full resource on this controversial topic, featuring articles and up-to-the-minute
news relating to euthanasia.
UFL
- The University
Faculty for Life is described as "A multidisciplinary association
of scholars speaking out for human life." The focus is both
anti-abortion and anti-euthanasia (better put = pro-life). Includes online
articles from their newsletter, Pro Vita, and also information on
conference proceedings.
Sexual Issues ---
Christianity
& Homosexuality - A
large number of materials on various facets of this topic. A Biblical stance,
yet balanced and compassionate as well.
Racial Issues ---
To
Be Young, Saved and Black - This
is the homepage of Ebony E.
Thomas, an extremely bright African-American college student with a solid
commitment to Christ. This young lady has the kind of mind and heart I
pray my own daughter will have when her age. Ebony is also a talented writer
of poetry and fiction. Also see Ebony's
other site. It features some
much-needed commentary concerning Islam.
Science & Ethics ---
The
Federation of American Scientists - "FAS
was founded ... to address the implications and dangers of the nuclear
age ... throughout its history FAS publications and projects have addressed
a wide range of science and society issues, including those of population,
energy, agriculture, medical care, and ethnic conflict ... FAS combines
the scholarly resources of its scientists with a knowledge of practical
politics. As a non-profit organization licensed to lobby in the public
interest, FAS is uniquely qualified to bring the scientific perspective
to the legislative arena through direct lobbying, membership and grassroots
work, and expert testimony at Congressional hearings." DISCLAIMER:
This link is placed here for informative purposes, and contains many valuable
resources. However, this is not a Christian site and would not reflect
my opinions on every topic.
The
Council for Responsible Genetics - Action
alerts, briefing papers, the newsletter GeneWatch, and other resources.
Sub-topics include environmental quality, genetic discrimination, food
safety, and the possible patenting of actual life forms (scary stuff).
The
Gene Letter - An
online newsletter that offers all of the latest news in the field of genetics
(from a secular scientific perspective). Very informative, and some of
it is shocking. Includes a section on ethics in genetics.
War & Violence ---
Toward
a Plutonium Free Future - I
in no way share the humanistic idea that "we can make it all
better." But I stand as a Christian against nuclear weapons.
How could I not?
Gender Issues ---
The
Council on Biblical Manhood & Womanhood -
This site is a must-visit for anyone
interested in the ongoing debate concerning the roles of men and women
in the Church and in the home. Many resources are available here, including
an online journal, articles, bookstore, discussion list, Q&A, and much
more. DISCLAIMER:
While I am in general agreement with the position represented on this site,
I would tend to disagree concerning some of the details (e.g., the precise
definition of "prophecy").
The
Ecole Initiative - The
best for thoroughness and sheer mass of material. Very well-organized and
easy to navigate. Many articles, Christian art, a glossary, and time-line.
MUST SEE.
EarlyChurch.com
- A ministry of
Scroll Publishing (David Bercot). FROM THE
SITE: "Featuring early Christian
documents, early Christian theology, early Christian life and much more...
We are dedicated to being an invaluable resource for fellow Christians
worldwide." A worthy goal, to be sure!
Nuntius
Site for Philosophical & Theological History -
Sections for both philosophy and theology,
done by historical period, with such aids as pictures and timelines. Still
under heavy construction, but looks very promising.
Christian
History Online - The
web presence of the magazine Christian History, published by Christianity
Today. Significant portions of both current and past issues are online.
Great articles that represent the most current research.
The
Hall of Church History - Phil
Johnson has made the major highlights of Church history available to anyone
who can point a mouse and click on the many links he provides. The links
are categorized (Reformers, Unorthodox, Cults, etc.). Phil also provides
a short introduction for each section. The great thing about this brother
is that he stays on top of his websites. It is a certainty that this site
will only get better as time goes on. MUST SEE.
Museum
of Pilgrims - The
history of Reformed Christianity by period, in stunning pictures and text.
A little rough around the edges, but still well worth the visit.
The
Christian Catacombs of Rome - During
the Roman persecution of Christians, believers eventually began worshipping
Jesus in the underground catacombs where they buried their dead. The webmaster
writes: "This site is intended for people who wish to deepen
their knowledge of the Christian Catacombs of Rome and of the Church history
in its origins. The site provides extensive material, in separate sections,
dealing with this fascinating and largely unknown topic."
Historical
Documents for Christian Research - A
great list of web resources for historical research. Includes apocryphal
literature, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Koran, Gnostic literature, and other
important resources. CAUTION: I do not endorse the rest of this site! The
webmaster is a hardcore "Campbellite" who also
appears to hold an Arian Christology. Furthermore, I do not endorse these
documents per se, but simply offer them for research purposes.
Anabaptist
Mennonites - The
best site on the "radical" arm of the Reformation.
Offers both historical and doctrinal material.
Decrees
of the Ecumenical Councils - The
Councils & Creeds of the early Church are subjects that no Christian
should be ignorant about. Yes, this includes even we "evangelicals."
This site has good information on this important topic.
NOTE: In addition to those listed below, Chalcedon offers Chalcedon Report on a donation basis by snail-mail and Edward Fudge offers "gracEmail" free of charge by e-mail. Both are excellent publications, and are linked in other sections.
The
Master's Seminary Journal - Good
online material from John MacArthur's school covering current theological,
exegetical, and practical issues. The strength of this journal is its good
mix of material. MUST SEE.
Focusing
on God:His Character, Purposes, and Ways - Cameron
Paine's quarterly ezine. Each study peeks into God's purposes, thoughts,
and ways. Without knowing who God is who will fear his judgment on sin
and rejoice over what Jesus' substitutionary death accomplished.
Integrity
- FROM THE SITE:
"Integrity is a quarterly journal dedicated to stimulating
personal and public thought, prayer, and discussion about living the Christian
life. Its roots are in Restoration Movement Christianity, encompassing
Churches of Christ, Churches of Christ/Christian Churches, and the Disciples
of Christ. Integrity strives for unity among all Christians."
These brethren are grace-oriented, and the articles are very practical
and relevant.
The
Journal of Biblical Accuracy - Topical
and exegetical articles with an emphasis on accurate interpretation of
the text.
Christian
Computing Magazine - I
first heard Steve Hewitt on Hank Hanegraaff's Bible Answer Man broadcast,
and was impressed with his careful reasoning concerning the Y2K hype. Upon
visiting the website, I see that Hewitt is producing a top-notch publication
in Christian Computing Magazine. In addition to the balanced Y2K resources,
you will also find great articles to help believers get the most out their
PCs and the Internet - from web surfers to webmasters.
Kerux
- A journal of
Biblical theology. Although a hard-copy subscription is available, back
issues are archived online. The material is first-rate, often exegetical
in nature, and Reformed in tradition.
Sackcloth
& Ashes - Apologetics
meets satire, and .... it works. Really. As Christian satire goes, this
isn't Credenda Agenda - BUT it is certainly better than The Door!
Seriously - this online zine is well-worth a read, and in very good taste
compared to - ahem - certain "others."
All
Scripture Advocate - A
different kind of "read the Bible in a year" plan
which offers a bit of commentary correlating both Old and New Testaments.
Current and back issues are all online, and a free snail-mail subscription
is available (even in quantities for ministry distribution).
The
Wild Boar - "A
Newsletter for Reformation in the Evangelical Church" published
by Immanuel Baptist Church of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Unfortunately, it
seems that this site has not been updated with more recent issues in some
time. However, the three online are good.
Reformation
Rumblings - This
is the online e-newsletter of Buff Scott, Jr. urging ecclesiastical reform
in the Church, and addressing various topics brought forth by his readers.
An e-mail subscription is available, and previous writings are online at
the site.
Issues,
Etc. - Great
practical and theological material in the Reformed tradition from Lutheran
Don Matzat's journal. Back issues are archived (with articles by Matzat,
John W. Montgomery, Os Guinness, and others), and a free snail-mail subscription
is offered. MUST SEE.
Books
& Culture - An
excellent Christian magazine featuring book reviews and articles offering
penetrating analysis of various aspects of Western culture from a Christian
perspective. Published by the folks at Christianity Today. It is
primarily a snail-mail publication, but significant portions of each issue
are posted online for free viewing.
The
Word - This
is an online monthly Christian magazine for University and College students.
Most of the material focuses on apologetics and Christian witness. Some
past topics include Jesus & Buddha, the apocryphal gospels, the paranormal,
10 questions for atheists, and so forth. All back issues are archived online,
and well worth the read. Several issues include a modern paraphrase of
John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress by installment.
CLC
Journal of Theology - This
is the online version of the theology journal put out by the Church of
the Lutheran Confession, a conservative Lutheran denomination. The articles
are excellent treatments of various facets of Lutheran theology.
One
Nation Under God - A
decent e-mail newsletter offering insights into America's heritage.
Bible
Explorations - A
good newsletter featuring topical Bible studies and articles. Most topics
are covered in a series of articles extending over many months, thereby
presenting quite a detailed study. I am overjoyed that this ministry is
conditionalist (as I am). CAUTION:
While the material is good, this ministry does represent what is commonly
called ultradispensationalist
theology (following the teachings of E.W. Bullinger).
The
Free Grace Broadcaster (Mt. Zion Online) - This
little Reformed anthology features a different "theme"
each issue, reprinting a collection of classic material on that topic.
Features material by puritans, Pink, Spurgeon, Luther, Wilkerson, and others.
MUST SEE.
Credenda
Agenda -
Reformed articles reflecting the intense devotion
to Scripture alone and also the intellectual tradition (read: mind applied
to study) of the Protestant Reformation. Not only informative, but very
entertaining as well - these guys employ wit like it's going out of style!
Get a subscription and read each issue twice. MUST SEE.
Case
Studies - A
refreshing e-mail newsletter written by, believe it or not, "Dan
Case." Brief practical essays on current events, from the recent
news and his own life - all from a Christian perspective.
United
Reformed News Service - A
news resource covering many Reformed denominations. Previous editions are
archived online, and a subscription is available.
The
Biblical Examiner - This
excellent newsletter is put out by Reformed Baptist Pastor Ovid Need, Jr.
and features excellent articles. Although I sometimes disagree
with Pastor Need's conclusions, no Christian thinker should be without
this! MUST SEE.
Open
Forum - This
newsletter is exactly what it claims to be: an
"open forum."
The only constant is that all contributors treat Scripture as authoritative.
This is where "orthodoxy," "heterodoxy,"
and all shades in-between meet and discuss their views. Actually, last
I checked no new issues were coming out. BUT some are online and a "back
issue packet" can be requested for cost. Interesting reading!
Acts
of the Apostles - Biola
University student Jason M. Cralley is producing a well-done interactive
walk through the book of Acts. Includes a full outline, an interactive
map, and promising plans for the future.
Institute
of Practical Biblical Education - Includes
a series of Bible studies entitled "the Scriptures Opened,"
and a study of Deuteronomy. Also features some online Christian classics,
The Tanach (Masoretic Text), and other valuable resources.
Scripture
Studies - An
online journal dedicated to the exposition of the text of Scripture. Each
issue features ongoing Bible studies from both the Old and New Testaments.
The online Index offers verse-by-verse studies, topical studies, and classic
studies (by the likes of the Puritans and Spurgeon).
Dean
& Laura Van Druff's Homepage -
Good stuff here! The "Acts 17:11
Bible Studies" are better than many such studies I've seen
out on the web. Whatever you do, don't leave this site without visiting
"Reflections & Snippets" - a small collection
of ... well, reflections & snippets. All of them cover relevant topics,
but the one that is most needed in our day is the plea for sanity in "Christians
& Conspiracy Theories." Careful, Dean & Laura - the
illuminati might hear you (lol). Also, don't skip the personal information
pages. Dean & Laura's testimony, as well as their account of their
non-denominational home Bible study, is very encouraging. MUST SEE.
Executable
Outlines - Mark
A. Copeland's massive resource (758 as of 10/10/99) of Bible study outlines,
topical studies, and expository sermons. A search engine is provided for
the site as well. NOTE: Copeland is of the Restoration tradition (CofC/Christian),
but this does not destroy the immense value of his collection on studies.
MUST SEE.
"Help
for the Hurting Christian" -
David Humpal is the pastor of First Christian
Church in Merced, California. He offers several Bible studies here on practical
topics - everything from "abiding in Christ" to
"heartache" to "worshipping."
Also several fine character studies on figures from Scripture, and
many verse-by-verse expositions of various passages. Very simple to navigate
due to good organization and a full index. This site is all about finding
real-life answers in Scripture!
The
Text This Week - Extensive
liturgical resources (commentary, devotional, articles, worship) for the
Church calender, centering around the the Revised Common Lectionary.
The
Children's Chapel - A
great site to help you teach the Scriptures to your children! Features
the complete text of Ethel Barrett's It Didn't Just Happen online.
54 Bible stories, each one with a memory verse, modern application story,
and drawings that can be printed out to color. Similar resources are also
linked.
Biblenotes
- Basic overview
studies of every book of the Bible, including a wonderful "key
points locater." Great material for those wanting the "big
picture." MUST SEE.
Studies
from the Scriptures - I
disagree with some of this guy's conclusions, but much of it is very good.
His Berean mentality is a good example and contagious.
The
Online Bible - The
top of the heap for Bible study downloads. Among its unique features are
John Gill's commentary, and Archbishop Ussher's Annals of the World.
Biblical
Hermeneutics - Webmaster
Andrew S Kulikovsky has written and posted several good articles here,
all relating directly or indirectly to the Scriptures. The main thrust
of the site is to provide tools for the individual believer to study and
interpret Scripture as an individual. This is accomplished through most
of Kulikovsky's articles, as well as an impressive set of categorized links
to various Bible study helps. MUST SEE.
Bible
Translation - A
mega-list of resources covering every conceivable aspect of the task of
Bible translation: methodology, style, paraphrase, dynamic & functional
equivalence, linguistic issues, and so forth. You can also subscribe to
the discussion list. Especially helpful is the extensive glossary of translation
terminology. MUST SEE.
TC:
A Journal of Biblical Textual Criticism - A
comprehensive online journal offering detailed articles on textual criticism
from every conceivable angle. There is also a discussion list, a categorized
bibliography in progress, and linked resources.
The
Scriptures - A
very thorough comparison of over 100 English translations, both popular
and obscure. Each translation is given a full review, while another section
offers comparative studies between these versions. A translation terminology
glossary is also available. A great help for those wanting detailed information
on the different English translations. MUST SEE.
The
Millennia Monitor - A
large list of online sources covering all millennial views and other facets
of apocalyptic studies within Christendom. Links are found interspersed
throughout the text, and are categorized.
Commentary
on Revelation - FROM THE SITE: "If
you want detailed charts of the end times, then this is not for you. If
you want to know the future of the nation of Israel, this is not for you.
If you think that the church will not go through the great tribulation
... this is not for you. If you want to know what God is saying to the
Church in the last book of the bible, then this is for you."
This is Ross A. Taylor's massive commentary on Revelation, and is a breath
of fresh air from the dispensational speculations of so many in our time.
"This is a 170,000 word, verse by verse commentary on the book
of Revelation. This is a serious and conservative study and is suitable
for bible students, teachers and pastors. It includes short reviews of
most of the modern commentaries on Revelation. It assumes that any interpretation
must come from the rest of the bible and that Revelation speaks to every
generation of Christians." Also includes many articles that
supplement the text of the commentary. MUST SEE.
Hebraic
Roots of Christianity - Many
helps to understanding the Jewish roots of Christianity - "Israel's
geography, culture, language, family life styles, correct history, Jewish
idioms (slang terms), poetry, or customs, politics and much more!"
HaY'Did
(The Friend) Learning Center - Another
website devoted to the Hebrew roots of Christianity. Many articles, links,
and other resources to assist the student in studying the Scriptures "through
Hebrew eyes."
Stones
Cry Out Bible Resources - A
very detailed and comprehensive set of links pages to categorized Bible
study helps online.
The
Septuagint - The
Apostles generally quoted this Greek translation of the Old Testament in
the NT. Here it is in its entirity online, written in transliterated Greek
(Greek characters replaced by English letters) and in easily browsable
form. Includes the Apocrypha.
The
Study Hall - A
collection of searchable resources for Bible study. Includes: Easton's
Bible Dictionary, Hitchcock's Dictionary of Bible Names, Matthew Henry
Commentary, Nave's Topical Bible, Radio Bible Class Resources (Searchable
Archive), The Spurgeon Archive, Torrey's New Topical Textbook, WWW Study
Bible, Bibliotheca Sacra (Searchable Archive), Darby's Synopsis of Bible
Books, Hodges' Problem Passages in Paul, Innsbruck Database of Theological
Literature, The Liddell-Scott Greek Lexicon, Vine's Expository Dictionary
of Biblical Words, The Early Church Fathers, and The Christian Classics
Ethereal Library.
A
Four-Part Harmony of the Gospels - Webmaster
David Wallis has produced an excellent online harmony of the Gospels. This
makes studying the Gospels as a whole much easier by arranging them chronologically
in one flowing, consistent narrative. MUST SEE.
Jesus
Christ: The Historical Carpenter - This
is a unique project that I find fascinating. The webmaster, Timothy D.
Blackburn, has made the study of ancient carpentry an ongoing project,
particularly with reference to New Testament times. Very artistic appearance,
and informative research material. Continually under construction.
Tabernacle
- "On
this site you will find an historical, Biblically accurate, representation
of the Tabernacle of the Lord among the tribes of Israel at the time of
Moses. I used the Holy Scriptures for the basic design of each piece. I
researched the meanings of the descriptive words and being an artist and
a carpenter, applied those meanings to the results." This is
a really cool interactive, multimedia presentation on the tabernacle in
the wilderness. MUST SEE.
Bible
History Online - A
mega-resource site for archaeological, cultural, and historical
information related to the Bible. Ancient documents, rabbinical literature,
archaeological studies, history (Egypt, Israel, Greece, Rome, etc.), timelines,
ancient art - if it has anything to do with Bible history, it's online
here!
B-Greek
Archives - Are
you a Greek scholar? If so, great! For the other 99% of those reading this,
join the club. These are the archives for a discussion list called B-Greek,
and every Biblical Greek issue under the sun has been discussed, argued
over, and batted around by people who know far more Greek than most of
us. A really great feature here is the search engine provided.
The
Biblical Studies Foundation - This
site is one of my top picks! It has all kinds of online resources with
high quality content. The best feature is that the hub of this site is
a new online translation of the Bible - the New English Translation (NET
for short). Most helpful are the highly detailed translator's notes that
let you know exactly WHY he translated the passage the way he did. MUST
SEE.
The
Trinitarian Bible Society - While
I am not of the divisive "KJV-only" camp,
I nevertheless consider the manuscript tradition underlying the KJV to
be more reliable than the modern eclectic translations. The TBS offers
sane, intelligent information in defense of the KJV's underlying text,
addressing many different translation and historical issues in detail.
David
L. Washburn - David
is a specialist in Biblical languages, especially Hebrew. There are some
really helpful links here for those wanting to do in-depth research into
the original languages chosen by God for the Scriptures. There is also
one unique feature - David invites you to e-mail him any questions regarding
the original languages! I've actually done this in the past, and he DOES
answer. In fact, the help he provided me was very thorough.
Jesus
of Nazareth in Early Christian Gospels - This
site is linked here strictly for reference purposes, being "An
annotated bibliography with links to the texts of all extant Gospels written
before the end of the second century."
Notes
on the Hebrew Bible - Includes
detailed introductory material, outlines of every OT book, maps, charts,
and bibliography. A great resource for detailed study of the OT. MUST
SEE.
Philologos
- I list this
site here because it has two unique study resources at present - various
books by Alfred Edersheim and Lightfoot's A Commentary on the New Testament
from the Talmud and Hebraica. There is some other good stuff also,
but be discerning - I noted that Hislop's Two Babylons is online
here as well (a very unscholarly book - see THINKMAIL
#20).
The
New Testament Gateway - This is
the website of Dr. Mark Goodacre. It is generally a fairly "neutral"
site, linking both conservative and modernist materials. Material includes
original language resources, textual criticism links, and various perspectives
from the "historical Jesus" wars. Read the "higher
critics" with caution.
The
Bible Commentary Page - Now
you can't beat this resource. Choose which book of the Bible you're interested
in and get a list of links to commentaries on that book from all over the
web!
Find
Out For Yourself - One
of the best resources on the web for any Christian. Gives basic instruction
for those ready to get serious about their Bible study. DISCLAIMER:
promotes "dispensationalism" in one section (see
my article "Problems
With Dispensationalism").
Biblical
Languages - A
good combination of links on different aspects of the original languages
of the Scriptures.
Learning
New Testament Greek - A
number of helps designed to help you learn NT Greek.
The
Blueletter Bible - Absolutely
THE BEST on-line study Bible there
is (trust me - I've seen them all!). Complete with awesome search features,
many different versions, Strong's Concordance and Dictionaries, many commentaries,
lexicons, etc. Continually being improved and expanded. MUST SEE.
Navigating
the Bible - Study
resources from a Hebrew perspective. This is a very fruitful path of research
rarely followed by most Bible students.
The
Noncanonical Homepage -
Many writings did not make the grade when
the canon of Scripture was recognized. Unfortunately, many believers today
assume that this makes them "evil books" or renders
them unimportant. To the contrary, the Fathers knew these writings and
cherished many of them as second only to Scripture. The Reformers, while
rejecting the Apocryphal books from the canon, nevertheless knew these
books well. Here, at no charge, is our opportunity to read them too. NOTE:
This server is down more often than most, in my experience. Just don't
give up, as the link is a good one.
The
Goshen Site - You
just have to go there! No brief review can
do justice to this site. Invaluable to serious study. Lexicons,
concordances, commentaries, dictionaries, etc., etc. MUST SEE.
The
Christian Classics Electronic Library -
Nearly
every on-line Christian "classic" is linked
here. An immense resource of materials, including the writings of the Church
Fathers. MUST SEE.
Philosophy
Links on the Web - A
very comprehensive set of links to both general and specific philosophy
sites.
Michael
Sudduth's Philosophy of Religion - Sudduth
writes: "I am a Christian theistic philosopher in the analytical
tradition. My primary philosophical interests are epistemology, metaphysics,
medieval philosophy, and philosophy of religion - the focus of my website.
My current areas of research and writing are natural theology and religious
epistemology. I am also interested in philosophical theology and Christian
apologetics in the Reformed theological tradition." Several
papers by Sudduth are available here, including some dealing with John
Calvin and Gordon Clark.
Stephen's
Guide to the Logical Fallacies - We
encounter them in books, conversation, media, classrooms - everywhere.
Chances are, we use them as well! They're called "logical fallacies,"
and being able to recognize them is often half the battle in a dispute
and will help us to think critically. This site is a dictionary of logical
fallacies, complete with examples and definitions. MUST SEE.
Dictionary
of Logical Fallacies - An
alternative to Stephen's Guide (above). This one is more concise, and not
near as detailed.
Philosophy
News Service - Just
what it sounds like - a massive resource giving all of the latest news
in philosophy, as well as philosophical takes on current events and TONS
of philosophy resources.
The
Thomistic Philosophy Page - "Believing
that reason can, in principle, lead the mind to God, Aquinas defended reason's
legitimacy, especially in the works of Aristotle. The philosophy of Aquinas
continues to offer insights into many lingering problems in Metaphysics,
the Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Religion and Ethics."
Includes essays, links, a detailed bibliography, and even some Thomistic
humour!
The
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy - Exactly
what it claims to be! Includes a timeline, glossary of terms, and collection
of philosophy texts. MUST SEE.
EpistemeLinks.com
- A massive philosophy
gateway listing "thousands of sorted links to philosophy resources
on the internet." MUST SEE.
Society
of Christian Philosophers - Much
of this site consists of information on the Society (including most newsletter
content). However, an archive of the SCP listserv is posted as well, containing
tons of great philosophical discussion within a Christian framework.
Theological
& Philosophical Glossary - Very
good online resource, set up like an encyclopedia with links between related
entries. MUST SEE.
NOTE: The websites linked here, though not all necessarily "Christian," are sites that I have found interesting and/or useful. Some of them reflect other interests that I have. Just remember to interpret everything within the context of a Christian worldview as revealed in Scripture.
Scrolls
from the Dead Sea - A
really nice online "exhibit" that gives a good
basic overview of the Dead Sea scrolls and their importance. Lots of pics.
Whirlwind
Bible Tour - FROM THE SITE:
"A whimsically humorous and brief overview of the Bible."
This overview is VERY brief, but often VERY humorous as well. It is in
good taste (no sacrilege that I noticed), and - believe it or not - actually
assists in gaining the "big picture" view of the
entire Bible. This would be a great site for new believers (or lazy ones,
but I don't want to encourage THAT!). A very clever presentation that is
addicting (if it were a book, you wouldn't be able to put it down). MUST
SEE.
Duncan
Long's Home Page - This
author and artist has some of the best web art I have ever had the
pleasure of viewing - "eye candy" x100! Some of
his stuff is a little weird (as he admits) for me, but be sure to check
out his Christian art, free for use by Christian websites! Much of Duncan's
art is very deep and provokes contemplation on the weightier matters of
life ... and of death.
The
Ultimate Collection of News Links -
By far the most comprehensive news resource
on the web. Allows you to access news according to geographic and/or topical
specifics. Links to over 8,000 sources!
Strange
Science - Subtitled
"The Rocky Road to Modern Paleontology & Biology."
I've included this site here because it demonstrates that "science"
- far from infallible - can often be dead wrong. CAUTION:
unfortunately, the webmaster is still a confirmed evolutionist.
Hamster
Dance - One
person's attempt to generate a profitable fad. But it DOES provide a moment
of entertainment, and the kids will manage to watch it again and again
- driving you nuts of course.
Solar
System Simulator - A
really cool & fun site! Pick any time & date and this site will
generate the planet of your choice! You can even pick from what planet
you are "viewing" it from. My daughter & I
have fun with this.
Imponderables
Home Page - Dave
Feldman has written an entire series of books dealing with "imponderables"
- that is, questions that drive us nuts. Questions like "when
do fish sleep?" or "why do dogs have wet noses?"
Fiona's
Shark Mania - Sharks
are another side interest of mine - these animals fascinate me. Fiona's
page features some great material & artwork, as well as a good set
of links.
The
Official Howard Finster Webpage -
Howard is an 80 year old Christian folk artist
from Alabama. He is known the world over, and I personally find his pieces
very interesting.
The
Art Bell Website - UFOs,
Y2K, cryptozoology, crop circles, government conspiracies - you get the
idea. Art Bell is a veteran radio talk show host delving into the "weird"
stuff of life. Of course some of it is pure nonsense. But the rest? Who
knows ....
Claremont
Institute Home Page - A
conservative politics website. Features the excellent online political
journal Precepts. Not "campaign rhetoric,"
but serious, thought-provoking content.
Virtual
Institute of Cryptozoology - For
those who do not know what "cryptozoology" is -
it is the study of unknown animals. These can be entirely unknown or previously
thought extinct creatures. I have a side interest in cryptozoology, especially
in the discovery of living creatures previously known only from the fossil
record.
Humanities
Resources on the Internet - Great
source for quality links to sites on different cultures, philosophy, art
& media, etc.
Internet
History Sourcebooks Project - Massive
research pages on every type of history imaginable - by geographical area
and/or time period. Designed to assist college students, but great for
anyone looking for organized, yet detailed historical information. MUST
SEE.
International
Listening Association - "ILA
was formed in 1979 to promote the study, development, and teaching of effective
listening in all settings. Although listening is at the root of communication,
it remains an interdisciplinary topic. So, it's no surprise that our members
have diverse backgrounds. Consult our directory and you'll find professionals
working in education, business, government, medicine, human resources,
training and development, the media and the arts."
Borderland
Sciences - Talk
about your "weird science" - this site features
serious (?) research on everything from alchemy to crop circles to hydrogen
power. Their journal is partially online, and provides ... um ... some
interesting (and sometimes entertaining) reading. Remarkably, these guys
ARE smart enough to know that the Y2K scare is way overrated - and trash
the hype they do (this is the most informative part of their site).
CSICOP
- It seems that every time you
turn around popular media is reporting on the latest "haunting,"
"alien abduction," or "miracle."
Of course the vast majority of these have nothing to do with Christianity.
While not Christian, the Committee for the Scientific Investigation
of Claims of the Paranormal provides an invaluable service to all by
reporting on the ACTUAL evidence (if any) of such claims. MUST SEE.
NOTE: What I have attempted in this LINKS section of my website is to present the viewer with THE BEST in each category. Further, I have tried to include good sites that I rarely see linked anywhere. For those who want to dig deeper into Christian resources on the internet, I offer the links below as the absolute most comprehensive of the Christian link pages.
Christian
Resources on the Internet - Fifty-five
pages worth of links arranged in categories.
Phil
Johnson's Bookmarks - A
mammoth resource! Phil reviews and rates each and every link. A well-done
site that is a pleasure to view and fun to surf. MUST SEE.
Internet
for Christians - This
resource site is a spin-off of Quentin J. Schultze's book of the same title.
Features here include many linked resources, a massive list of free e-mail
newsletters, valuable internet tips for believers, and a newsletter archive
(e-sub. available).
The
Omnilist of Christian Links Gold - This
site links all of the top Christian websites by category and sub-category.
MUST SEE.
Wabash
Center - If
not the most extensive, certainly the most organized for research purposes.
The sections you want are "Wabash Center Guide to Internet
Resources" and "Resources" - both offer
extensive links to online sources. All sources are specific to theology
and religion.
Christian
Topics - Specific
links (i.e., articles) by topic - everything from "abortion"
to "worship." A massive resource.
Ecumenical
and Denominational Links - This
is United Methodist minister Keith H. McIlwain's large listing of denominational
and related websites. All links are arranged under broad categories for
easy location.
The
Christianlife Menu Page - Christian
links by category - everything from "art" to "youth."
Links to over 7,000 Christian websites! MUST SEE.
Free
for All Christian Link Page -
By far the largest for sheer number of links,
but no commentary or reviews. The links are put into categories though.
Virtual
Religion Index - A
massive resource on many different religions - great for researching other
religions, or check out the many Christianity links. All links are categorized
and sub-categorized. MUST SEE.
The
Omnilist of Christian Links -
Very extensive & well organized by category.
Each site is described.
Internet
Resources in Religion & Theology -
Supplements Gresham's Finding God in Cyberspace.
Some good research links.
All
in One Christian Index - A
huge resource that links indexes of links by topic. Also has search capabilities.