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Get the Gospel Right
If pressed for a quick summary of my philosophy of ministry, I would probably express it something like this: Without a message there is no mission. Unfortunately, it seems, many are so zealous to get about the mission that they make little time getting the message of the gospel right. They do not stand amazed…
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Bible in 6 Minutes
Is there a particular theme that runs through the whole Bible? No doubt there are many stories and lessons, but is there a central message by which we can connect all else? Dane Ortland asked several pastors and scholars if they could summarize the Bible in one sentence. Here are some notable responses: John Frame:…
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Christ is Risen
Great song, by Matt Maher, taken from 1 Corinthians 15.55-57: Let no one caught in sin remain Inside the lie of inward shame But fix our eyes upon the cross And run to Him who showed great love And bled for us Freely You’ve bled for us Christ is risen from the dead Trampling over…
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A Case for Institutional Church
No doubt an “Organic” church is much more appealing than an Institution. Yet even Brian McLaren, in his book Church on the Other Side, recognizes that any church that includes more than a handful of people needs some level of organization, and the larger a church gets the more organization it requires. While the notion…
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No Need to Reinvent the Church
Let me just say it straight, up front: I see no need to reinvent the church. What I do see is the need for God’s People to act more faithfully as Christ’s Church. I like what Kevin DeYoung has to say in the Introduction to his book, The Good News We Almost Forgot: No doubt the church…
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The Glory of the Gospel
The Gospel would not be good news if it did not reveal the glory of Christ for us to see and savor. It is the glory of Christ that finally satisfies our soul. We are made for Christ, and Christ died so that every obstacle would be removed that keeps us from seeing and savoring…
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Of Paramount Importance
Take a moment to ponder these observations about the paramount importance of God’s Word: Since there is a more excellent appearance of the Spirit of God in the holy scripture than in any other book, it has more power and ability to convey the Spirit and make us spiritual, by imprinting itself upon our hearts.…
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In Christ Alone – Keith & Kristyn Getty
In Christ alone my hope is found He is my light, my strength, my song This Cornerstone, this solid ground Firm through the fiercest drought and storm What heights of love, what depths of peace When fears are stilled, when strivings cease My Comforter, my All in All Here in the love of Christ I…
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Choosing a Book
Richard Baxter wrote: “Make careful choice of the books which you read.” Baxter went on to state: You need a judicious teacher at hand to direct you about what books to use or to refuse, for among good books there are some very good that are sound and lively, and some good but mediocre, and…
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Measuring the Value of a Book
Puritan Richard Baxter offers a few simple questions to guide us in evaluating the value of any book: While reading ask oneself: Could I spend this time any better? Are there better books that would edify me more? Are the lovers of this book the greatest lovers of the Book of God – the Bible…
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Some Thoughts About Reading
The writings of the Divines are nothing else but a preaching of the gospel to the eye, as the voice preaches it to the ear. Vocal preaching has the pre-eminence in moving the affections, whenever it is applied to the condition of the hearts in the congregation which hears it. This way the milk comes…
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Saved From What?
Several years ago I was asked by a neighbor couple to meet with them for marriage counseling. They were a pleasant couple, so I willingly agreed to assist them in any way I could. Early during our first meeting I asked each to tell me about their spiritual journeys. Hers was simple but heart-felt. His… well…
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Biblical Parenting with Tedd Tripp
Tedd Tripp is a renowned Gospel-centered teacher. His book, Shepherding A Childs Heart is a must-read for Christian parents. It is one fo the few resources I have run across that recognizes the heart as the center of development and change. Most resources on parenting, including Christian parenting resources, focus more on various behavioristic techniques.…
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