Bill's Notebook

017 - Preach Christ. Lament Murder. Resist the War-Drums

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Mark Driscoll called pastors cowards if they didn’t address it from the pulpit. I explain why I didn’t — and why the pulpit belongs to Christ, not the culture war. Meanwhile, two reactions have dominated the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination: “Good riddance” or “This means war.” But the church must choose another way...

016 - Where Were You When

On September 11, 2001, a generation remembers exactly where they were. Today, in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s shocking murder, we’re asking the same question again. What kind of people will we be when tragedy strikes? In this episode, I reflect on the unity America found after 9/11, the division we feel today, and the deeper hope the gospel offers — a unity not built on politics or patriotism, but on Christ himself.

015 - Help Help I'm Being Repressed!

We often quote Jesus’ words: “Love your enemies. Pray for those who persecute you.” But in a politically charged world, have we misapplied what He actually meant? In this episode, we explore how inflating minor discomforts into “persecution” waters down the power of Jesus’ teaching — and how remembering the global Church can help us see with clarity, humility, and courage. If this challenged you — or helped you see Jesus’ words in a new light — consider sharing it with someone else. And if you're not already following the podcast, hit subscribe so you don't miss future episodes on faith, culture, and clarity in a noisy world. Read more at www.billsnotebook.com

If This is What we Call Ecumenism, We're in Trouble

When Alistair Begg prayed and John Piper spoke at John MacArthur’s memorial, some called it an extraordinary act of ecumenism. Really? If that’s what we call ecumenism, we’re in trouble. In this episode, I reflect on why the “shock” reveals more about us than it does about them — and what true Christian unity should look like. Read more at www.billsnotebook.com

013 - The Church Beyond Sunday

When the pandemic hit, churches thought they faced two stark choices: Go online. Or defy the government and stay open. But what if those “choices” were really the same thing — preserving a 90-minute service at all costs? In this new article I wrestle with a question we barely asked in 2020: If the building is closed, can we still be the church? I'd love to hear your thoughts! read more at: www.billsnotebook.com