Doug Ponder

Doug Ponder is the Dean of Faculty and Professor of Biblical Studies at Grimké Seminary. He also serves as a teaching pastor at Remnant Church in Richmond, VA, which he co-founded in 2009. He has written articles for various organizations and has contributed to published volumes as an author, copyeditor, independent translator, and research assistant. Doug lives in inner-city Richmond with his wife, Jess, and their four sons.

Doug Ponder's Articles

Doug Ponder | 2/28/2025

The Problem with Personality Tests

What if popular personality tests like Enneagram or Myers-Briggs, embraced by many Christians, have serious flaws?

Doug Ponder | 11/7/2024

Yes, The Trump Government Should Wield The Sword Against Progressivism

The state has the power of the sword to punish those who do evil.

Doug Ponder | 9/17/2024

Your Church Needs Protection From Emotional Sabotage

Joe Rigney's most recent book is a must read for church leaders. Here are some of my key takeaways.

Doug Ponder | 8/12/2024

The "MLK Test" for Christian Politics

It may be true that the law cannot change the heart, but it can restrain the heartless.

Doug Ponder | 7/1/2024

Stand. Fight. Win.

Do we still consider ourselves to be 'in the Lord's army'? Is spiritual warfare still real?