Matt Perman:
“One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven and come, follow me” (Luke 18:22).
Is this something that God commands every Christian to do?
Many are puzzled by that question, because if we say “yes,” it immediately seems impractical. On the other hand, if we say “no,” we seem to be diminishing the force of Jesus’ command.
Sam Storms provides 3 reasons for the Tabernacle:
First, the exquisite construction of the tabernacle and the aesthetic perfection of its furnishings and the intricate design sewn into the embroidered material, together with the veil and the gold and the variety of colors throughout were all designed to serve as a visual sermon declaring the beauty of God. Everything in the tabernacle and later in the Temple pointed to the glory and grandeur and splendor of God.
This is an ongoing series of blog posts in which we provide a brief overview of our church’s Basis of Doctrine as set out in the Church Constitution, by defining, explaining and proving from Scripture the various doctrines expressed. This is not meant to be an exhaustive study, so there is much that won’t be stated or defended. Click here to view our Basis of Doctrine.
What does it mean to successful?
That is a vital question for anyone to ask – one that determines a person’s priorities and direction in life.
Whether you are a pastor, an accountant, a school teacher, a stay-at-home mom, an office manager, a construction worker, an engineer, or any other occupation – if you are a believer in Jesus Christ – this question pertains to you. What does it mean to be successful?
What does true success look like, not in terms of getting a new promotion or a raise, but in the highest and loftiest sense of that word?
Kevin DeYoung comments on five things families should know, do, or remember if they want to pass on their faith to the next generation from the book Families and Faith by Vern L. Bengtson (with Norella M. Putney and Susan Harris):
Regarding women and theology, God’s Word is pretty plain. Not just men were given the first commandment to love the Lord with all their heart, soul, and mind. God didn’t make this calling gender-specific. All his followers love him in this way. Women need good theology, just as much as men do. Here are three primary reasons why.
1. Jesus desires it for us.
More than a business meeting
This will be more than a business meeting. It will be an opportunity for thanksgiving, praise and reflection for what the Lord has been doing through kids4school over the past year
This will also be an opportunity to share in the exciting things planned for this incoming year that you don't want to miss
This is an ongoing series of blog posts in which we provide a brief overview of our church’s Basis of Doctrine as set out in the Church Constitution, by defining, explaining and proving from Scripture the various doctrines expressed. This is not meant to be an exhaustive study, so there is much that won’t be stated or defended. Click here to view our Basis of Doctrine.
In his book, Reflections on the Psalms (Chapter ix), C.S. Lewis outlines how he came to understand the necessity of praising God:
I had not noticed either that just as men spontaneously praise whatever they value, so they spontaneously urge us to join them in praising it: “Isn’t she lovely? Wasn’t it glorious? Don’t you think that magnificent?” The Psalmists in telling everyone to praise God are doing what all men do when they speak of what they care about.
Below is the full excerpt (edited)
Romans 8 is widely regarded as the greatest chapter in the greatest book of the Bible.
Martin Luther called Romans:
The chief part of the New Testament, and the very purest gospel. It is well worth a Christian's while not only to memorize it word for word but also to occupy himself with it daily.
He went on to say that:
If the Bible were a ring then Romans would be a the gem that enhanced that ring...Romans 8 would be the brilliant splendor that emanated from that ring
