Heidelberg Question 129. What does that little word “Amen express”? Answer: Amen means, This is to be sure! It is even more sure that God listens to my prayer, than that I really desire what I pray for.
The Big Picture: Tornados Kill Over 200
See more pictures here. Pray for these people.
“Not grudging obedience”
One immediately notices the influence of Philippians 4:4-9 in the below verses and perhaps echos of Acts 2:42 and Hebrews 11. John Frame: Grudging obedience is not what he desires of us. It may be better than no obedience at…
“While high on heroin, I started reading the Bible”
Click here to watch Deb describe how God completely changed her life. HT: Desiring God
An Interview on Reformed Forum Network with Camden Bucey
I mentioned recently in our church that the Reformed Forum network interviewed me at the Gospel Coalition Conference. Camden Bucey, one of the two hosts, is a native of Stillman Valley. In this interview, I talk about both pastoral searches…
Ten Reasons Not to Be a “Brick” in the Valley
We often encourage our people that God makes bricks with a building in mind, or as Peter said, “You also like living stones are being built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:5).” (See Why this blog is called “A…
True Repentance
R.C. Sproul: In true repentance there is no rationalization. There is no attempt to minimize guilt. There is no attempt at self-justification, which is the human tendency (Commentary on Romans, 82).
Lloyd-Jones on the Primacy of Preaching
Tim Keller surveys Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argument for the primacy of preaching. An excerpt: The Doctor’s basic case has been made. Preaching must convey the truths of the gospel as the basis for all Christian practice. It must arise out…
Dave Powlison: What is the process of healing after an abortion?
Dr. David Powlison – What is the process of healing after an abortion? from CCEF on Vimeo. HT: Justin Taylor
Holy Week: What happened on Sunday
Justin Taylor summarizes what happened on Sunday of Holy Week (here).