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Standing Firm in the True Grace of God

March 28, 2013 — Leave a comment

At the end of Peter’s first letter, we find this important statement:

By Silvanus, a faithful brother as I regard him, I have written briefly to you, exhorting and declaring that this is the true grace of God. (1 Pet 5:12)

Many have questions about the meaning, nature, and scope of grace. What if we allowed the Bible to be its own best dictionary when it comes to defining grace? What if we relied less on our own commentary and more on the commentary of our heavenly Father when it comes to understanding grace? What better way to wrap our minds around “the true grace of God” than to survey these God-breathed declarations and exhortations that form, according to Peter himself, an inspired snapshot of true grace?

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What Will Be Clear After Death

February 12, 2013 — Leave a comment

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When he opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and for the witness they had borne. They cried out with a loud voice, “O Sovereign Lord, holy and true, how long before you will judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?” Then they were each given a white robe and told to rest a little longer, until the number of their fellow servants and their brothers should be complete, who were to be killed as they themselves had been. (Rev 6:9-11)

On this side of death, there are seasons wherein we struggle to maintain confidence in an all-present, all-powerful, all-knowing God who reigns supreme with perfect power and complete authority.

On this side of death, there are stormy days and nights that threaten to overwhelm our feeble grasps on the anchor of a God who is beyond reproach in his holiness and love.

On this side of death, there are heartbreaking moments that shake the very foundations of our faith in a God who is true and worthy of trust.

On this side of death, believers have no choice but to walk by faith (2 Cor 5:7).

But on the other side of death, how different is the story!

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Around the Web (4/23)

April 23, 2012 — Leave a comment

Dene Ward’s Soul Food: Lessons From Hearth to Heart releases today, just in time for Mother’s Day. Available from DeWard and Amazon.
Three questions to ask before you post something on Facebook.
Ever wondered about the “pods” the prodigal longed for?
Some interesting stats provided in this “State of the Bible 2012″ report.
Robert H. Gundry’s Commentary on Mark is available for FREE today only.

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"Think On These Things" Visualized

February 21, 2012 — Leave a comment

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (Phil 4:8)

Tim Challies has taken those much-loved words of Paul and turned them into a nice infographic (click the image to enlarge).

Whomever you are, Philippians 4:8 has the power to shape your day. You’ve been granted a fresh opportunity to glorify God, and it starts with your thinking. “What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you” (Phil 4:9).

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Around the Web (12/7)

December 7, 2011 — Leave a comment

For Christian Men: The Lessons of Herman Cain - a challenge for men of integrity to learn from the mistakes of Herman Cain, by Albert Mohler. Also from Mohler (last week): Character Doesn’t End at the Bedroom Door.
Are you struggling against sin or snuggling with sin? – Barnabas Piper explores the pivotal difference.
Ezra: Rebuilding God’s House, Restoring God’s People – looking for Bible class material for 2012? Check out Edwin Crozier’s new e-class material.
Ferrell Jenkins recently explored the Biblical city of Lystra in several posts: The Home of Timothy, Illustrations from Lystra, Identifying Lystra, Barnabas and Paul in Lystra.
Loose Lips – an always important reminder from Nathan Williams.
“That’s what love is…”

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Of Sports, Disappointment and Worship

May 31, 2011 — 2 Comments

Living in the epicenter of Buckeye Nation, I can confidently report that today is a day of mourning, second-guessing and vehement rants around Columbus. Ohio State football reigns as King in this part of the country and the program has been rocked with scandal.

Much could be said, but here’s the only two-cents I’ll throw into this particular pot.

Earthly heroes let us down. They disappoint us. They are self-seeking sinners. Just like you. Just like me. That’s true of sports heroes across all conferences and leagues, politicians of every party, every spouse, every child, and any other human being that could be categorized or listed. Earthly heroes let us down.

And because they let us down, they are not worthy of our worship.

Sports are not inherently sinful. But neither are they ultimate. And when we idolatrously exalt them as ultimate, we are bound to experience seasons of disappointment, disillusionment and depression.

Millions worship sports.

But only One is worthy of our worship.

Only One is perfectly Faithful and flawlessly True (Rev 19:11).

He alone is worthy of my worship.

The assemblies of his church are the greatest gatherings to be experienced on this side of eternity.

The message of his accomplishments and offer of grace to humanity is the greatest news I can possibly share with the people around me.

I can confidently proclaim that he is faithful. He is true. He knows what he is doing. He has never made a mistake, and he never will. I can trust him with my very soul and know that he will never let me down.

Why, then, would my heart’s allegiance be pledged in any other direction? Why would I set my affections on anything or anyone other than him? Why would I cling to anyone else as the fountain of my joy and the foundation of my future?

He alone is worthy of my worship. But am I treating him as such?

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The Philippians 4:8 Filter

March 8, 2011 — Leave a comment

We use filters throughout our houses as simple tools to remove impurities and separate substances. Furnace filters. Water filters. Coffee filters. We understand that what flows into the filter is not the same as what flows out. It’s designed that way, for our good.

How would life be different if Philippians 4:8 was treated as a filter in your home? If everything that was watched, listened to, downloaded and engaged in was fed through this God-breathed criteria? We can’t control everything that flows into the filter, but we have a choice as to whether or not the filter is steadfastly installed in our homes. And if it is, what flows out of the filter, throughout our homes, will be dramatically different than what is swirling around in the putrid atmosphere of our secular society.

Last Sunday, as a kickoff to our Extreme Makeover: Home Edition series, we handed out these “filters” to all in attendance and encouraged everyone to post them as reminders at home. Perhaps you’ll find the idea helpful and encouraging as well.

Click the graphic below to enlarge or click here for a PDF copy.

IS IT…

True - conforming to reality as defined by the Creator?
Honorable – worthy of respect in the sight of men and God?
Just - “right” in the sight of the Divine Judge?
Pure - unstained, undefiled, unsullied?
Lovely - morally attractive?
Commendable - of good report?
Excellent - virtuous, morally exceptional?
Worthy of praise – would God commend me as “doing well” in this activity?

If the Philippians 4:8 filter was installed and rigorously employed for a solid week in your home, how would life be different?

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When Jesus Said, "I AM"

August 26, 2010 — Leave a comment

Jesus of Nazareth is presented in the New Testament of the Bible as the Christ, the Lamb provided by God, the Son of God, and Himself deity. To validate those great claims, John’s gospel documents seven key “I AM” statements of Jesus.

“I am the bread of life” (John 6:22-40)
“I am the light of the world” (John 8:2-18)
“I am the good shepherd” (John 10:1-30)
“I am the resurrection and the life” (John 11:1-27)
“I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 13:36-14:6)
“I am the true vine” (John 15:1-8)
“Before Abraham was, I AM” (John 8:48-59)

Each of these statements carry implications—if they are true, they naturally imply certain things about Jesus, God, and the meaning of life.

Because they carry implications, our acceptance or rejection of Jesus and his claims carry natural consequences. “Who do you say that I am?” (Matthew 16:15) A serious question worthy of our utmost attention. This sermon is an examination of Jesus’ claims and an encouragement to build your life on them.

For more interactive outlines and mp3 recordings, be sure to visit the Sermons archive.

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Preach What's True And Precious

October 21, 2008 — Leave a comment

Good thoughts for preachers from John Piper…

A word to preachers. Truth and falsehood is a good pair of categories to use when deciding what to preach. Speak truth not falsehood.

But there is another crucial pair of categories. God tells Jeremiah that he must use this pair if he would be faithful:

Therefore thus says the Lord: “…If you utter what is precious, and not what is worthless, you shall be as my mouth” (Jeremiah 15:19).

In deciding what to preach make these two judgments: Is it true and is it precious? Preach what is both. If it is true, preach it with authority. If it is precious, preach it with passion.

One great reason why some preaching leaves people unmoved is that preachers seem unmoved. Is this precious or isn’t it? That is the question in the hearts of the people. If it is, why don’t you sound like it?

The great battle of preaching is to see what’s true and to savor what’s precious. Weak seeing and weak savoring are a curse to God’s people.

Brothers, plead for deliverance from this curse. The ordinances of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. They are more precious than gold and sweeter than honey (Psalms 19:9-10).

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