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6 Reasons Why Reading the Whole Bible in 2015 Should Excite You
In thinking about 2015, I have another hope to offer you specifically, my beloved reader: I hope you read the whole Bible in 2015. Before you let feelings of guilt and anxiety arise, let me help you see that this … Continue reading
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Tagged bible, bible reading plan, bible study, god, holy spirit, jesus, words
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Love is Not God, Thankfully
1 John 4:8 wonderfully teaches, “God is love.” Many folks have taken this verse and have run with it in all kinds of directions; a lot of them not good. One direction this profound text has been taken is to … Continue reading
One Thing That Helps Reveal If You Want God or His Stuff
Recently, I preached at the CVCS Middle School retreat up in Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp. The retreat’s theme was, “Walking in Truth” and all four of my sermons centered on the idea of truth and the Christian life. The second sermon … Continue reading
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Tagged character of god, da carson, god, love, Sanctification, theology
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What Christians Do With the Bible
The Bible is a big deal to Christians because, for us, it is the primary way that God has chosen to make Himself and His salvation known to the world. To say it more carefully, God has revealed His character and saving … Continue reading
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Tagged bible, confession, creed, god, incarnation, jesus, london baptist confession, revelation
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Genesis One If God Were Not All Powerful
This summer, I and my ragtag crew are teaching the middle schoolers of our church the theology of The Apostles’ Creed. Yesterday, I preached at on the phrase of the Apostles’ Creed that calls God the Father, the Maker of Heaven and … Continue reading
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A Secret to Prayer
After living for so long in self-dependent spirit, I have found prayer a hard thing for me to become good at. However, who really thinks they are good at prayer? I have never met someone who thinks they prayer enough … Continue reading
Worship Driven Life
Why were you born? Why are you here? Why did God create you and I? Why did He send Jesus to save you and I from our sins? What are we teaching our children about the meaning of their life? … Continue reading
When Believing in God Doesn’t Matter
“I believe in God!” Ever hear that? I do. A lot. Now, there isn’t anything wrong with that statement. In fact, there is a lot right with that statement. But the statement – I believe in God – is only … Continue reading
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Tagged apostles creed, atheism, belief, bible, faith, god, jesus, ji packer, paganism, revelation, unbelief
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The Saturday Post(s)
Worry Writes a Letter. This is equal parts creativity, humor, and wisdom. “Dear Stephen, It’s that time of year again! It’s time to renew your annual subscription to Worry Incorporated! We at Worry Inc. greatly value your business, and wanted to remind … Continue reading
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Tagged character of god, cross, douglas wilson, god, hell, homosexual, homosexuality, judgment, kevin deyoung, missions, romans, russell moore, sam allberry, stephen altrogge, suffering, tom nettles, transgender, worry
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What Makes Heaven Heaven?
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. He will wipe away every … Continue reading
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Tagged consummation, dl moody, eschatology, eternal life, evangelism, fellowship, glory, god, heaven, holy spirit, jesus, joy
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