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OUR SOVEREIGN SAVIOR: THE ESSENCE OF THE REFORMED FAITH – Roger Nicole (2002)

Roger Nicole is a new name for many people in the church.  But in the academy, he is a well-known name and one of the key defenders of the Reformed faith. Our Sovereign Savior: The Essence of the Reformed Faith is a collection of articles that explain and defend the primary tenets of the doctrines ofContinue reading “OUR SOVEREIGN SAVIOR: THE ESSENCE OF THE REFORMED FAITH – Roger Nicole (2002)”

THE TRUE EXCELLENCY OF A MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL – Jonathan Edwards

In this masterful sermon, Jonathan Edwards sets forth what sets apart a minister of the gospel. He establishes his doctrine at the beginning of the sermon: ‘Tis the excellency of a minister of the gospel to be both a burning and a shining light. Six propositions guide the doctrinal assertion: I would show that Christ’sContinue reading “THE TRUE EXCELLENCY OF A MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL – Jonathan Edwards”

HOPE BEYOND THE GRAVE WHEN A FRIEND DIES

JIM KENDALL (1967-2015) VERSE 1  It is not death to die To leave this weary road And join the saints who dwell on high Who’ve found their home with God It is not death to close The eyes long dimmed by tears And wake in joy before Your throne Delivered from our fears CHORUS OContinue reading “HOPE BEYOND THE GRAVE WHEN A FRIEND DIES”

IF I HAD LUNCH WITH C.S. LEWIS – Alistair McGrath (2014)

C.S. Lewis is widely trumpeted as one of the leading Christian thinkers and apologists of the 2oth century.  His seminal works, Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain have equipped a new generation of Christ-followers.  Creative works like The Great Divorce have stimulating the imaginations of thousands.  And who could forget his landmark series, The Chronicles ofContinue reading “IF I HAD LUNCH WITH C.S. LEWIS – Alistair McGrath (2014)”

FINISHING OUR COURSE WITH JOY: Guidance From God For Engaging With Our Aging – J.I. Packer (2014)

Getting old is something everyone can relate to.  But at eighty-eight years of age, J.I. Packer is uniquely qualified to share biblical principles that concern the subject of aging. Most people know that Dr. Packer is a first-rate theologian who has influenced untold thousands of people over the years.  Packer shares his God-given gifts andContinue reading “FINISHING OUR COURSE WITH JOY: Guidance From God For Engaging With Our Aging – J.I. Packer (2014)”

THE PEACE WHICH CHRIST GIVES HIS TRUE FOLLOWERS – Jonathan Edwards (1750)

Imagine shepherding a congregation of people, only to find yourself expelled from the church.  That is exactly what happened to Jonathan Edwards – America’s greatest intellectual.  Within a month of his dismissal, Edwards pens a series of sermons – one of which is entitled The Peace Which Christ Gives His True Followers. The Text: John 14:27Continue reading “THE PEACE WHICH CHRIST GIVES HIS TRUE FOLLOWERS – Jonathan Edwards (1750)”

Walking With God Through Pain and Suffering – Timothy Keller (2013)

I have yet to meet a person who enjoys pain and suffering.  Yet suffering is a part of the warp and woof of life.  It is not a part of God’s original intent for creation.  Since Adam’s first sin, pain and suffering have been an abnormal part of the cosmos.  Suffering is an unwelcome guestContinue reading “Walking With God Through Pain and Suffering – Timothy Keller (2013)”

41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)

“Read my lips.  No new taxes.”  These are the words that enter the minds of most Americans when then think of President George H.W. Bush.  It is an unfortunate turn of events that the President was placed in a position where a decision to raise taxes become a necessary compromise with Democrats. President George W.Continue reading “41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)”