Ten Tips on Sermon Illustrations October 21, 2019 Illustrations can be a glorious bridge in a sermon between the text of God's Word and the congregation. A good illustration can open up a passage of Scripture, bring understanding to God's people,
Hospitality Surrounded by Love October 20, 2019 Just a quick post as a testimony to grace. I'm currently out of the country, and there are too many positives to state. I've stayed in three Christian homes, been driven all round
Writing To Write, or Not to Write, That is the Question October 18, 2019 “To write the holy things of God, is to take on us, to tell what God thinks, and what is His will, which is a most concerning thing; especially to do it solemnly in writ, lest it prove, at least, a taking of God's Name in vain.”
Pray for the Lord to visit us October 18, 2019 In three days’ time two pieces of abhorrent legislation will be imposed upon Northern Ireland by the UK government. In spite of the fact that no Northern Irish politicians voted for the laws,
1 Corinthians 12 Hey! I Need You! October 17, 2019 In the year 2000 or so, my daughter’s home school group presented a musical based upon 1 Corinthians 12, where Paul addresses the importance of all the parts of the body. This
1 Corinthians 14 Looking Closely at Speaking in Tongues October 16, 2019 1 Corinthians 14 is not an easy passage. The rise of modern Pentecostalism over the last 120 years has made the issue of speaking in tongues a perpetual issue, making it even more
3GT Episode 152: What about Roman Catholic Baptism? October 15, 2019 After a stunning introduction ends with an unfortunate mic whack, Scott gets back on track with a listener's question. Should a Protestant church receive a convert's Roman Catholic baptism? The meaning and Westminster
Church Leaders, Value the Souls of People October 14, 2019 How much value does a soul have to you? If you are in church leadership, how do you demonstrate the worth of another human being? Clearly Jesus valued the souls of people highly.
Christian living YouTube Heaven? October 12, 2019 We live in the world of viral videos—at least those of us connected to the internet. The latest video becomes the topic of conversation—have you seen the one where…? Together, we
Man up, Men! October 10, 2019 Not content to let these works stand on their own, subject to scholarly scrutiny as any published work is, some of our brothers have subjected these sisters - who operate firmly within a Reformed and even Westminsterian framework, no less! - to ad hominem attacks ad nauseum.
Facing Fear October 09, 2019 How many times I quoted Psalm 56:3 to myself as a child, I do not know: “When I am afraid, I will trust in you.” Children have fears, and we all come
3GT Episode 151: Trembling at the Threatening October 08, 2019 On the last episode of 3GT, the guys discussed the doctrine of perseverance as treated by the Synod of Dort. But they did not discuss one important issue related to it. What about
The Nativity of Christ An Early Christmas Present October 07, 2019 Just began to look again at the Gospel of Matthew in my devotions this morning - I just love the family tree of Christ, but I looked at that in last year's post.
vocation Unbelievable: Netflix Shows Christian Faith at Work October 07, 2019 Through a Christian detective, Netflix shows that faith in action gives hope to others because it makes it possible, in the midst of a world filled with evil, to believe in a good God.
Family Repaying Your Relatives? October 05, 2019 As I tearfully drove my mother down to hospital this morning, a wonderful truth was impressed upon my heart. If this blog is little personal, please forgive me - I hope it may
Knowing or Knowing October 03, 2019 Walking the cobblestone streets of Wittenburg, I approached the (remodeled) doors on which Martin Luther nailed the 95 Theses. Climbing the stairs of Wartburg Castle, I entered a room that I had seen
sanctification The Kudzu, The Elm, and The Tree of Life October 03, 2019 The Kudzu As I wrote this article, I was vacationing in Tennessee. Driving along many highways, it was startling to see the amount of kudzu growing everywhere. Kudzu is a plant native to
Baptism What Does Baptism Do? October 02, 2019 There are different ways to approach the regular debates and confusions about baptism. One way I've found helpful lately is to ask the Scriptures, "What does baptism do?" When we look for God's
3GT Episode 150: Dort on Perseverance October 01, 2019 At a recent conference, the RPTS faculty addressed the doctrines of grace known as TULIP that came out of the Synod of Dort. So the guys start asking the prof about his talk
Image of God Why God Made Us in His Image September 30, 2019 What is the purpose of being created in the image of God? He made us in His image to create and extend orderly communities of selfless love across the globe.
Reflections on Emptying the Quiver September 30, 2019 Behold, children are a gift of the LordAfter a quick trip to Michigan this weekend to take my father-in-law back home after a visit, we returned Saturday to help my son, Spencer, finish
Evangelistic Preaching Preacher Stay Positive! September 29, 2019 In a recent walk with a friend I recounted a childhood experience. In part, I explained, that amazing experience has helped to make me an optimistic evangelist. It was the legendary, long, hot
Study Personal Thoughts on a Pastor's Study September 27, 2019 Of course, there’s many challenges that come with pastoral study. But one of the greatest is — as Warfield pointed out — letting our studies occupy not only our minds but our hearts. A pastor studies not, first and foremost, for his congregation but for himself.
The Church in Revelation Images of Glory September 26, 2019 On the ground, it is easy to view the church as weak and insignificant. That is exactly how the devil wants you to see it. From the perspective of heaven, though, the church is something unique and glorious.
Building Together September 25, 2019 Jesus builds his church of people, not brick and mortar. Yet, congregations almost always meet in a building for worship. While in some places, churches meet in fields or parks or under trees,
