One Thing My Parents Did Right: Family Devotions
Because my parents made the Bible a central aspect of our lives, I could see it was more than just a good book.
They not only told me but showed me what the Bible is worth and how to study it. Through Bible time I learned the value of persevering, both in seeking God and in putting sin to death. Because of my parents’ influence, I value the Bible, and because of their teaching, I continue to seek after... Continue Reading
When God Is the Last Option
Are the prayers of those who ignore God answered?
At best we can conclude that God indeed HEARS all prayers of all people just as he knows all things, but he only ANSWERS prayers according to his own will, and that is mainly the prayers of those who seek to do his will. So what happens when you live your entire life as if God does not... Continue Reading
What to Expect When Battling Sin
Always remember that you are to follow God’s instructions in dealing with it.
While the battle is long and fierce, “He who is in us is greater than he who is in the world.” Therefore we should expect to see frequent successes shown in significant and measurable victories over our sin. “Frequent success against any lust is another part and evidence of mortification. By success I understand not... Continue Reading
We Have a Faithful, Covenant Keeping God: Trust Him
God does not lie. Thus He is always true to his word.
Through understanding the covenants in the Bible, we see that God fulfils his promise to save a sinful people for himself, to forgive our sins and reconcile us to him through Christ. Christ is the One in whom all God’s covenant promises find their “yes and amen” (2 Corinthians 1:20). Through Christ, the only perfect... Continue Reading
Can Ministry Be Unhitched From Theology?
Drawing inclusive circles for image bearers when the Bible defines lines is a slippery slope.
“Unhitching” our doctrine from our pastoral care makes sense if the goal of the Church is simply to help people live better lives. Reducing the Church this way only elevates the self. Ministry, once unhitched from doctrine, devolves into idolatry. Like the golden calf worshiped in the time of the Exodus, it is possible to claim... Continue Reading
Distinctives of Puritan Preaching: Dignity
The Puritan preacher saw his office as one of dignity and importance, character and content.
Puritan minister did not spare his pulpit efforts. He preached for an hour or two once or twice and sometimes three times a week—that is, always once or twice on Sundays, often at a week-day lecture, and occasionally on days of fasting, of thanksgiving, and election. His sermon content was based directly on the Bible,... Continue Reading
Portraits of Wisdom
For one to die in the place of many reflects the wisdom and mercy of God.
Solomon crafted his own portrait of wisdom, personified as the eternal companion of God (Prov. 8:22–31) who cries out to all people as a public voice: “Beside the gates in front of the town, at the entrance of the portals she cries aloud: ‘To you, O men, I call, and my cry is to the children of man’ ”... Continue Reading
Understanding Wisdom and Foolishness
Where is wisdom really to be found?
A wise person submits every aspect of life (thinking, willing, and feeling) to God’s Word….A foolish person rejects God’s Word, which is a rejection of God’s way of wisdom, and pays the moral consequences for not fearing God. No one wants to be considered a fool. A fool will act in ways that bring... Continue Reading
My God, My God, Why Have You NOT Forsaken Me?
Our gracious Father never forsakes those who put their trust in Christ.
“How do I know that God will not forsake me if I come to Him?” Just look to Jesus. Know that He was forsaken on your behalf, so that you would be accepted by God. Trust in His death, and trust in His resurrection. Return to Him with repentance and faith and receive the gift... Continue Reading
Making Excuses for Evil
Hamas is deliberately, systematically, and openly making war on a civilian population.
This is not a political disagreement. It is evil incarnate. Evil must be recognized for what it is and eradicated. Every leader, soldier, and financial supporter of Hamas should be identified, hunted down, and executed. Every apologist and sympathizer for Hamas should be ashamed, publicly denounced, and removed from any position of government power and... Continue Reading
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