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Seven Directions for Singing in Church
Christians are a singing people. Our Savior, whom we strive to imitate, sings (Matthew 26:30; Mark 14:26). Our Scriptures command us to sing (Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16). Our perfect salvation compels us to sing (Psalm 96:1-2). Our gatherings are saturated … Continue reading
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But Jesus Never Said Anything About Homosexuality. “If you’ve ever claimed that Scripture says homosexual behavior is a sin, there’s a good chance someone tried to correct you with, “Jesus never said anything about homosexuality.” It doesn’t matter what Bible … Continue reading
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Take a Test on the Trinity. How well do you understand the doctrine that lies at the heart of the Christian faith? This test can help you know where you’re at in your knowledge of God and shows you where … Continue reading
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Tagged annihilationism, bible study, church discipline, devil, evil, hell, judgment, prayer, singing, sovereignty, technology, trinity, worship
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A Funny Rant About Nonsensical Worship Music. Certain things deserve rants. Nonsensical worship music is one of those things. God Doesn’t Have Accidents. “Wherever we find ourselves and whatever we have to deal with we can know that God in … Continue reading
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Tagged abortion, bible, family worship, homosexuality, music, singing, sovereignty, worship
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Is Theology Your Idolatry? Nine very good questions to help you see if you love what you learned about God more than God Himself. The Complicated Life of Lazy Boys. This is really thoughtful and helpful. “There are (at least) … Continue reading
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Tagged bible, confessions, dating, gay, gay marriage, gospel, homosexuality, idolatry, joe thorn, laziness, men, music, parenting, Sanctification, sex, singing, theology, worship
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7 Signs We May Be Worshipping Our Families. “The following are possible signs that we have begun worshipping the family rather than encouraging our family to be worshippers:” 5 Reasons Why Getting Married Young is a Good Thing. 5 reasons why the … Continue reading
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Tagged apostles creed, children, hell, idolatry, marriage, productivity, singing, worship, youth, youth ministry
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What If I Don’t Feel Like Worshipping?
“Praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord who minister by night in the house of the Lord. Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and praise the Lord. May the Lord bless you from Zion, he who is the Maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 134 Eugene Peterson: Do that for which you were … Continue reading
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Tagged christian living, church, eugene peterson, feelings, guidance, obedience, singing, worship
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Have We Lost the Goosebumps on Our Soul?
This is a diagnostic post where I’d like to ask a simple question for your reflection: How do you feel about grace? We talk about grace: Jesus died for my sins. We sing about amazing grace and how sweet it … Continue reading
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Tagged cross, gospel, grace, jesus, joy, love, singing, thankfulness, worship
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