Online Articles
Sometimes we don’t have time to read lengthy books, but we have a specific question about a topic and need a quick but thoughtful answer. Articles are wonderful for this. Sometimes you’ll have an author condense his main points from a book into an article. Some articles seem so specific, it feels like it was written just for you!
Here are some recommended websites that have consistently reputable articles. This doesn’t mean I endorse every contributor or every article, but I often use these sites to help me get the impression of other theologian’s views on a subject, or if I need to give a quick recommendation for someone’s question.
Crossway
Crossway is a Publishing company which also offers articles written by theological, and yet practical, people. Some of my favorite articles are here and are usually tied to a book Crossway published.
https://www.crossway.org/articles/
Sample articles:
-“What Does It Really Mean to Take the Lord’s Name in Vain?” by Kevin DeYoung
-“Does God Single Out the Sin of Homosexuality? (Romans 1)” by Robert Yarbrough
https://www.crossway.org/articles/does-god-single-out-the-sin-of-homosexuality-romans-1/
-“10 Things You Should Know About Reformed Theology” by Joel Beeke and Paul M. Smalley
-“Why the Church is Vitally Important for Every Christian” by Stephen Nichols
White Horse Inn
White Horse Inn was founded by Michael Horton. Much deeper in nature, these articles read more like articles you would find in a magazine. They are not quick reads or flashy, but they are theologically rich, thoughtful, and beneficial if you have the time.
Sample Articles:
-“Should We Keep Religion Out of Politics?” By Michael Horton
https://whitehorseinn.org/resource-library/articles/should-we-keep-religion-out-of-politics/
-“What do Progressive Christians Believe?” by Alisa Childers
https://whitehorseinn.org/resource-library/articles/what-do-progressive-christians-believe/
-“Justification by Works Alone?” by Shane Rosenthal
https://whitehorseinn.org/resource-library/articles/justification-by-works-alone/
-“Has the Gospel-Centered Emphasis Gone Too Far?”
https://whitehorseinn.org/resource-library/articles/has-the-gospel-centered-emphasis-gone-too-far/
Desiring God
Founded by John Piper, this organization seeks to answer questions and help people see the wonders of God. Piper and other writers address multiple topics, and while I do not always agree with every article, I find Piper to be especially relational and practical while also being scriptural. You can also find messages and manuscripts here as well.
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles
Sample Articles:
-“Why Won’t Heaven Be Boring?” by Samuel Parkison
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/why-wont-heaven-be-boring
-“How is AI Shaping You” by Samuel James
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/how-is-ai-shaping-you
-“What Should We Sing?: How to Identify a Good Worship Song” by Bob Kauflin
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/what-should-we-sing
-“Suicide and Salvation” by John Piper
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/suicide-and-salvation
Ligonier Ministries
Founded by the late, great R.C. Sproul, Ligonier features some of the greatest theological minds of the 21st Century. You’ll mostly find here articles which cover questions about reformed theology, but can admittedly use some highly theological language.
Sample articles:
“How Can God Bring Good Out of Evil?” by R.C. Sproul
https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/how-can-god-bring-good-out-evil
Did God Need to Kill His Own Son? By Cory Brock
https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/did-god-need-to-kill
“How Did Martin Luther Die?” by Stephen Nichols
https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/martin-luthers-death-and-legacy
“Reformed and Always Reforming” by W. Robert Godfrey
https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/reformed-always-reforming
