I have been contemplating developing a curriculum to teach at Calvary Baptist Church that deals with a theology of suffering. I truly believe that the Western Church, in general, does not know how to handle suffering, pain, and grief in it’s midst. To spur my thoughts, I have been reading some of the works that … Continue reading »
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The Discipline of Grace – pt.4
The ongoing conversation of my reading in Jerry Bridges’ book: The Discipline of Grace. Read part one, part two, part three. What does it mean to die to sin? Do we understand this concept? We, as believers, must understand that the death of Christ secured for us not only freedom from the penalty of sin, … Continue reading »
The Discipline of Grace – pt.3
An ongoing conversation of what I am learning from Jerry Bridges‘ Discipline of Grace published by NavPress. Part one. Part two. Additional reading: “Don’t Forget the Gospel this New Year” @ Fundementally Reformed. This chapter is entitled, “Preach the Gospel to Yourself”. How well do you know the Gospel of Jesus Christ? Problem: “I believe … Continue reading »
Action Points for Married Couples
From my reading of The Discipline of Grace come these action points based on 1 Corinthians 13. Can you think of more? These are Jerry Bridges originally, I am passing them on to you: I am patient with you because I love you and want to forgive you. I am kind to you because I … Continue reading »
The Discipline of Grace – pt.2
Part one. A continuation of my thoughts from reading Jerry Bridges book, The Discipline of Grace. There are two significant needs among committed believers: The need for humble realization of our own sinfulness The need for a grateful acceptance of God’s grace. We tend toward one of two opposite attitudes: The relentless sense of guilt … Continue reading »
The Discipline of Grace – pt.1
I am currently reading Jerry Bridges‘, The Disciplines of Grace: God’s Role and Our Role in the Pursuit of Holiness as part of my personal devotion time. I will post a combination of my thoughts and quotes from the book, as the Lord wills, every day. Preface: The pursuit of holiness must be motivated by … Continue reading »
Top five blog posts I read today:
Here are excerpts from some blog posts I read today that either encouraged me or flat-out made me think: 1. Michael Patton, Parchment and Pen: You know what it feels like: you are on fire; you are ready, willing and able; you don’t need any more sermons on Rom 12:1. You are a living sacrifice; … Continue reading »
Loving Your Wife as Christ Loves the Church by Larry McCall (book review)
Loving Your Wife as Christ Loves the Church is the latest release from Larry McCall (Walking Like Jesus Did). He not only is an author but conference & leadership seminar speaker, and the Pastor for Preaching and Teaching at Christ’s Covenant Church which is just a short drive from where I live. Published by BMH … Continue reading »
“Unpacking Forgiveness” by Chris Brauns (Crossway)
Today is Trackback Thursday! at Crossway. They are offering Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds by Chris Brauns. You can become eligible to receive a free copy of this book (see Crossway’s website for details) and / or become eligible to receive a free flip camera at Chris Brauns website by … Continue reading »
Trusting God by Jerry Bridges (book review)
The full title of Bridges’ book is Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts. It is Providential that I “happened” to be reviewing this work at this current point in life. Today I sat with a neurosurgeon and scheduled major back surgery to address a “pars fracture” in my lower spine. I have been encouraged by … Continue reading »
