Pete Nicholas

Sep 21, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Pete Nicholas

In his book Antifragile, author Nassim Nicholas Taleb observes that some objects are naturally fragile, like glass or fine china, and some are naturally resilient, like rubber or Tupperware. But there’s another category he labels “antifragile.” Just as the immune system becomes stronger when exposed to the normal circulation of viruses and bacteria, so some objects become better under stress.

Jul 11, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Pete Nicholas |Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra |Joe Carter |Matt Smethurst

Nietzsche wrote in his book The Anti-Christ, “What is good? All that heightens the feeling of power, the will to power, power itself in man.”This is a poignant example of what Augustine termed “the city of man” and “love of self, even to the point of contempt for God,” which is in stark contrast to “love of God, even to the point of contempt for self, [which] made the heavenly city.” Indeed, Nietzsche knew he was presenting an opposing vision for humanity and society, hence the title of his book.

Apr 25, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Joe Carter |Rebecca McLaughlin |Brett McCracken |Pete Nicholas

The Story: The Department of Education’s new rule’s expanding protections for LGBT+ students could lead to punishment for those who disagree with transgender orthodoxy. The Background: On April 19, 2024, the Department of Education released a 1,577-page document issuing its final regulation under Title IX, intended to clarify sex discrimination by educational programs receiving federal financial assistance. Title IX is a federal civil rights law passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972.

Apr 25, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Christopher Osterbrock |Rebecca McLaughlin |Brett McCracken |Pete Nicholas

Reading the mail of significant figures is a long-treasured practice, no matter the distance in time or difference in culture. Some of the most beloved letters among Reformed thinkers include those of John Calvin (1509–64). Calvin’s correspondence reveals his inward meditations; he utilized letter writing as a form of self-examination, in the context of both his friendships and his congregational affiliations.

Apr 24, 2024 | thegospelcoalition.org | Garrett S. Craig |Rebecca McLaughlin |Brett McCracken |Pete Nicholas

What’s the nature of the relationship between God the Father and Jesus Christ in 1 Peter? How do God’s actions toward Christ contribute to our understanding of Peter’s conception of God’s identity? Jesus Christ’s identity can only be understood in relation to his unique filial relationship with God the Father. Further, God’s relationship with Christ is disclosed when the identity descriptions of Peter’s God-talk are given proper attention.