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While meditating on John 15:1-8 the past few mornings, it has occurred to me that our interpretation of the sanctifying work that God accomplishes in the Christian’s life—especially during times of trial—is directly related to our understanding of pruning, which
Continue readingNothing is more important than understanding what the Bible teaches about the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. What we understand and personally believe about this historical and supremely spiritual event determines our eternal destiny. Therefore, there is no
Continue readingToday, we continue a brief series covering the ten basic categories of theology and relating them to our walk with the Lord and to our personal, one-another ministry that we call ‘counseling.’ We have already thought about the doctrine of
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Isaiah 9:6-7, which was proclaimed 700 years before the birth of Jesus Christ, is one of the most-often quoted prophecies of the Savior’s first coming, but the prophecy longs to be completely satisfied when Jesus returns a second time to
Continue readingHere are links to some brief thoughts on the incarnation of Christ from three old, dead guys: B.B. Warfield on the Incarnation – “Only in recognition of this great condescension of grace do we learn the love of God for
Continue readingThe one who has been abused, or is still being abused, has many needs. Protection, safety, and defense are some of the practical needs that must be met as a result of God’s command to love our neighbor as we
Continue readingThis morning, after spending time in Psalm 34, I read through a portion of Kenneth Boa’s wonderful devotional book Face to Face, Volume 1: Praying the Scriptures for Intimate Worship. One particular section ministered to my heart and soul as
Continue readingBetrayal. One word. Three syllables. A dictionary full of pain – a world of hurt that many know only too well. A broken confidence. A ruined relationship. A shattered heart. Betrayal comes to all and when it comes it comes
Continue reading“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1). The word “condemnation” is from katakrima, meaning penalty. It is the word that Paul used to speak of the consequence of Adam’s choice to rebel against
Continue readingWhen our souls are threatened with despair, and the weariness that results from falling into the trap of “performing” for God, the rich theology contained in the word propitiation counsels us to find our soul’s rest in Jesus—the one who
Continue readingHow the Holy Spirit brings comfort and assurance to my sometimes-frail faith through meditating on the love of Jesus Christ for sinners like you and me! Through repentant faith, He is not only my Lord and Savior, but my faithful
Continue readingThe Greatest Story Ever Told – Mike Riccardi writes a wonderful, Christ-centered post that would be good to read in preparation for your Lord’s Day worship. 7 Benefits to Reading ‘Jesus On Every Page’ – David Murray explains why he
Continue readingFanny Crosby, the blind hymn writer, left a gift to the church through her more than 9,000 hymns. One of the common themes in her poetry is the tender love of the Savior—experienced when a sinner turns to Him for
Continue readingThere is lasting freedom—infinitely valuable soul-freedom—for those who are in Jesus Christ. And you, who were dead in your trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made alive together with him, having forgiven us all our trespasses, by canceling
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Preaching through the Gospel of Luke is proving to be of much personal benefit to me and to our church. I chose the account of Luke, the physician and historian, because he presents Jesus in the fullness of His humanity—as
Continue readingAs a follow-up to the last post, 7 Directives for Meditating on Scripture, let’s think more about meditating on the Word. Compare your appetite for physical food to your hunger for the Word of God. Do you treasure Scripture more
Continue readingPsalm 23 is comfort food for the weary soul. Read it, meditate on it, and rest in these simple truths. My Shepherd adequately supplies all of my needs. My Shepherd is the only sure cause of contentment. My Shepherd leads
Continue readingYesterday, in our evening service, a ministry team from Northland International University led our congregational singing and introduced us to a new hymn. I Run to Christ, written by Chris Anderson, is a treasure! 1. I run to Christ when
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By God’s grace, I’m a husband, dad, grandpa, and pastor at Cornerstone Community Church in Mayfield Hts, OH. I love Christ because He first loved me.
