Julian Freeman

Life because of an empty tomb…

April 23, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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It’s a Strange Thing Being a Pastor

Being a pastor is a strange thing. We proclaim a message with the power of God to change people, but we can’t even change ourselves. We call others to perfection, as Jesus did, but our lives are full of imperfection. … Continue reading

April 4, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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Please Pray for Your Pastor

Back at the end of February Stephen Altrogge wrote a very helpful post titled, ‘The Best Thing You Can Do for Your Pastor.’ In it he reminded us of the truth of 2 Corinthians 1.11: You also must help us … Continue reading

February 22, 2012
by Julian Freeman
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The Dangers of Being Gospel-Centered

I love being gospel-centered. The ‘new Calvinists’ did not invent the emphasis on being gospel-centered, but it is a renaissance I’ve been thankful to experience. Like anything that becomes a movement, we must be wary of the potential drawbacks. As … Continue reading

September 12, 2011
by Julian Freeman
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Eight Things I’m Pretty Stoked About

There’s lots going on these days. It’s keeping me too busy to write much of substance lately. But, here’s a little glimpse into a few of the things that have got me pretty excited right now (in no particular order). … Continue reading

June 27, 2011
by Julian Freeman
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The Sufficiency & Centrality of the Gospel

Looking Back Looking back over the last few years of my life, there has been really only one significant doctrinal change so far as I can see. And even that doctrinal change hasn’t been a change of mind so much … Continue reading

December 30, 2009
by Julian Freeman
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The Primacy of Preaching

Yesterday I was blessed to be able to spend some time with some friends listening to a series of lectures by Don Carson on the Primacy of Expository Preaching. There was much to challenge me–and the others too, I trust. … Continue reading

July 13, 2009
by Julian Freeman
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Full ’26 Questions’ Series Now Available

Last Autumn at GFC we embarked on a journey. We endeavoured to ask and answer 26 of the most crucial questions that Christians should be asking–and should know the answers to. Basically, it was a sneaky (read: not boring) way … Continue reading