Tagged with crucifixion …
God permits all sorts of things He does not approve of.
God permits all sorts of things He does not approve of. This sentence jumped off the page of the page at me. I am reading a newly acquired book, “Why, O God? Suffering and Disability in the Bible and Church“. I received this book as part of my participation in the Amazon Vine Program. (more … Continue reading »
How Deep the Father’s Love – Stuart Townend
Few songs have impacted my personal worship as this one has. I hope to see us sing it soon & regularly in our church’s worship: Stuart Townend shares the process behind the writing of this wonderful worship song:
Scandalous Quote – D.A. Carson
Nothing is more central to the Bible than Jesus’ death and resurrection. [...] Attempts to make sense of the Bible that do not give prolonged thought to integrating the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus are doomed to failure, at best exercises in irrelevance.
Five Great Truths Regarding the Cross & Your Life
In my continued reading of Mark Driscoll’s book, Death by Love, I found that he put succinctly “five great truths regarding the theology of the cross and your life. I’ve reproduced them below for your encouragement as well: You were created for God’s glory – Isaiah 43:6-7 Everything in your life is an opportunity to … Continue reading »
Humanitas Remedium: 10 Reasons Why I Love What Christ Did on the Cross
Yesterday I posted on 10 Differences between Religion and the Gospel. This post would be a great quick follow-up read to encourage you in why you too should love what Christ did on the cross. Thanks, Humanitas Remedium, for this good reminder!
Ten Basic Differences Between Religion and the Gospel
I am currently reading “Death by Love” by Mark Driscoll, pastor at Mars Hill Church, Seattle. Death by Love is a compilation of stories of people Pastor Mark has spoken to over the years in counseling. He begins each chapter with a new story and then proceeds to “write a letter” explaining how the Gospel … Continue reading »
