Category: Defining and Proclaiming
“Jesus Died!” Does the Thought Even Matter to You?
He died! The Father gave His Son! When you say things like, "Jesus died", shouldn't you stop for a moment or something? I mean, He died! He really died! And it was His blood shed on that tree---that's the only reason the black filth of your sin can be washed away. That blood on that tree; the slaughter of the Son of God! And that Man, that God, that Man Christ Jesus rose again from the dead and ...
“Jesus Died!” Does the Thought Even Matter to You?
He died! The Father gave His Son! When you say things like, "Jesus died", shouldn't you stop for a moment or something? I mean, He died! He really died! And it was His blood shed on that tree---that's the only reason the black filth of your sin can be washed away. That blood on that tree; the slaughter of the Son of God! And that Man, that God, that Man Christ Jesus rose again from the dead and ...
How We May Spoil the Gospel.
You may spoil the Gospel by substitution. You have only to withdraw from the eyes of the sinner the grand object which the Bible proposes to faith,—Jesus Christ; and to substitute another object in His place,—the Church, the Ministry, the Confessional, Baptism, or the Lord’s Supper, and the mischief is done. Substitute anything for Christ, and the Gospel is totally spoiled! . . . You may spoil the Gospel by addition. You have only to add ...
How We May Spoil the Gospel.
You may spoil the Gospel by substitution. You have only to withdraw from the eyes of the sinner the grand object which the Bible proposes to faith,—Jesus Christ; and to substitute another object in His place,—the Church, the Ministry, the Confessional, Baptism, or the Lord’s Supper, and the mischief is done. Substitute anything for Christ, and the Gospel is totally spoiled! . . . You may spoil the Gospel by addition. You have only to add ...
That’s My King!!! I Wonder if You Know Him?
My King was born King. The Bible says He’s a Seven Way King. He’s the King of the Jews – that’s a racial King. He’s the King of Israel – that’s a National King. He’s the King of righteousness. He’s the King of the ages. He’s the King of Heaven. He’s the King of glory. He’s the King of kings and He is the Lord of lords. Now that’s my King. Well I wonder if you know Him. ...
That’s My King!!! I Wonder if You Know Him?
My King was born King. The Bible says He’s a Seven Way King. He’s the King of the Jews – that’s a racial King. He’s the King of Israel – that’s a National King. He’s the King of righteousness. He’s the King of the ages. He’s the King of Heaven. He’s the King of glory. He’s the King of kings and He is the Lord of lords. Now that’s my King. Well I wonder if you know Him. ...
Age Characterized by Superficiality and Shallowness
Spirituality of soul, purity of heart, integrity of conduct, the scribes and Pharisees had no regard for. They were forward in fasting, praying at street corners, and giving of alms ostentatiously, but it was all done with the object of enhancing their reputation among men. And in their religion we have an exemplification of what is the natural persuasion of men the world over, namely that a religion of external performances will suffice to ensure ...
Age Characterized by Superficiality and Shallowness
Spirituality of soul, purity of heart, integrity of conduct, the scribes and Pharisees had no regard for. They were forward in fasting, praying at street corners, and giving of alms ostentatiously, but it was all done with the object of enhancing their reputation among men. And in their religion we have an exemplification of what is the natural persuasion of men the world over, namely that a religion of external performances will suffice to ensure ...
I Dare Not be Contentious. Only a Witness for God.
I am not to expect others to see with my eyes! I am deeply convinced of the truth of John the Baptist's aphorism in John 3:27, "A man can receive nothing---except it be given him from Heaven." I well know, that the little measure of knowledge I have obtained in the things of God---has not been owing to my own wisdom and teachableness, but to God's goodness. Nor did I learn everything all at once---God ...
I Dare Not be Contentious. Only a Witness for God.
I am not to expect others to see with my eyes! I am deeply convinced of the truth of John the Baptist's aphorism in John 3:27, "A man can receive nothing---except it be given him from Heaven." I well know, that the little measure of knowledge I have obtained in the things of God---has not been owing to my own wisdom and teachableness, but to God's goodness. Nor did I learn everything all at once---God ...
Church Service, for Believers or Unbelievers?
I have taken quite an interest towards this topic since the beginning of the month since it seems that today, along with the vagueness in the lines to be drawn in the functions of the pulpit and various ministries in the modern Church, most of us, if we would be honest with ourselves are basically clueless to what is and what is not to be done concerning this issue as directed by scripture. I think if ...
Church Service, for Believers or Unbelievers?
I have taken quite an interest towards this topic since the beginning of the month since it seems that today, along with the vagueness in the lines to be drawn in the functions of the pulpit and various ministries in the modern Church, most of us, if we would be honest with ourselves are basically clueless to what is and what is not to be done concerning this issue as directed by scripture. I think if ...
Pastors, is Your Preaching Wimpy?
When Paul spoke to the Ephesian elders in his final meeting with them, he said these words: "Therefore, I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men. For I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole purpose of God." (Acts 20:26-27) The true preacher of the Word seeks to have this as his ambition as well. God is not honored when men think so little of ...
Pastors, is Your Preaching Wimpy?
When Paul spoke to the Ephesian elders in his final meeting with them, he said these words: "Therefore, I testify to you this day that I am innocent of the blood of all men. For I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole purpose of God." (Acts 20:26-27) The true preacher of the Word seeks to have this as his ambition as well. God is not honored when men think so little of ...
The Gospel, a Proposal. What Will You do with Jesus?
The Gospel. A contraction of two words, good and spiel. The Good News. God's appointed method through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe (1 Cor 1:21). The Lord, Christ Jesus who died and was buried, and rose again, according to the scriptures for the redemption of sins. This is the Gospel, repent from your sins and believe in the finished work of the Lord, Christ Jesus and you shall be ...
The Gospel, a Proposal. What Will You do with Jesus?
The Gospel. A contraction of two words, good and spiel. The Good News. God's appointed method through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe (1 Cor 1:21). The Lord, Christ Jesus who died and was buried, and rose again, according to the scriptures for the redemption of sins. This is the Gospel, repent from your sins and believe in the finished work of the Lord, Christ Jesus and you shall be ...