Tag John Owen

What founds unity?

“Some controversy is crucial for the sake of life-giving truth. Running from it is a sign of cowardice. But enjoying it is usually a sign of pride. Some necessary tasks are sad, and even victory is not without tears –…

Yet in God new vigour

‘In that day I will gather the halting…’ These words are from John Calvin’s commentary translation of Micah 4:6 (though strictly speaking it is John Owen translating Calvin’s Latin).  A week ago I headed up to the gym where I…