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Dear Christian, the Storm Has Passed
Charles Spurgeon offers a simple, but profoundly life-giving word in February 25th’s morning devotion: It is pleasant to pass over a country after a storm has spent itself; to smell the freshness of the herbs after the rain has passed … Continue reading
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The Saturday Post(s)
But, Do You Adore Jesus? “When we look at Jesus, are we warmed? Or do we shrug our shoulders?” What Would You Say If Your Wife Was Ripped Away From You? “Aassistant coach with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Monty Williams … Continue reading
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Tagged abortion, apologetics, church planting, death, devotion, funeral, gospel, politics, religion, socialism
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Are You Avoiding This Part of “Gospel-Centered” Living
“See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled…” Hebrews 12:15 Ray Ortlund: The resurgence of a gospel-centered paradigm of … Continue reading
Is This How You See Your Place in Church?
Jonathan Leeman shares what he says to everyone desiring to become a member of the church he pastors. When people come to join my church, they are asked to do an interview with an elder, where they are asked to … Continue reading
The Saturday Post(s)
The Old Testament in 5 Minutes. A short, helpful video. Israel & Women-in-Combat. ““Whenever anyone at National Review … writes in opposition to opening all combat jobs to women or (even worse) drafting women into ground combat, there is predictable … Continue reading
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Why I Want to Hear Bad Sermons in My Church
I believe that the life of the church is sustained by the ministry of the pulpit. If God’s Word is what brings conviction of sin, life to the spiritually dead (1 Peter 1:23), and nourishment for the spiritually alive (Matthew … Continue reading
When the Church Seems to Slow You Down
Mark Dever relays a personal story with a much needed point for Christians struggling with the local church. During my doctoral studies, however, about ten years ago, my mind began to focus even more on the topic of the church, … Continue reading
How to Become Spiritually Miserable
Eric Davis offers 13 ways to become spiritually miserable. Each one is worth your consideration and reflection. Meditate on how you have seemed to receive a “raw deal” when things are hard. While thinking about your “raw deal,” seek the … Continue reading
Good Advice for Your Nextdoor Neighbors
Scott Slayton shares some great advice on how Christians should go about their neighboring: Be a good neighbor to the people who physically live around you. Know their names, talk to them when you see them, and help out any … Continue reading
7 Ways to Fight Distraction in Prayer
Have you ever struggled to focus in prayer? Do distractions seem to rise up when you bow down to pray? If so, you are not alone. If not, you are a liar. Because of our own fleshly weakness and Satan’s … Continue reading
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