In the context of Christian salvation, the word, “propitiation” means the turning away of wrath or anger usually by an offering. Propitiation appeases the wrath of God rightly brought about by our sin. First John 4:10 summarizes, “In this is…
Meaning of the Song “Days of Elijah”
The song “Days of Elijah” by Robin Mark is a favorite for many churches. But few stop to think about the meaning of its many biblical references and allusions. Below I have given a brief summary of some of the themes.…
How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
Softly and Tenderly, Jesus Is Calling
HT: For His Renown
Where Pilgrim Was “Progressing” . . .
Describing his destination, John Bunyan’s pilgrim said: I am going now to see that head that was crowned with thorns, and that face that was spit upon for me. I have formerly lived by hearsay and faith; but now I…
Ascend the Hill – Rock of Ages
HT: Dane Ortlund
Happy Birthday Isaac Watts
Fred Sanders: Isaac Watts, born this day (July 17) in 1674, is one of the greatest hymn writers in the English language. Growing up a Dissenter (his father was imprisoned twice for not being Anglican), Watts was not allowed to…
What does joy sound like?
Can you hear joy? Have you heard it? Nehemiah 8:43 regarding the dedication of the wall: And they offered great sacrifices that day and rejoiced, for God had made them rejoice with great joy; the women and children also rejoiced.…
Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon, what do you think about?
John Piper: The really wonderful moments of joy in this world are not the moments of self-satisfaction, but self-forgetfulness. Standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon and contemplating your own greatness is pathological. At such moments we are made…