Category Archives: theology

Sneaking Them Into Whose Kingdom? No Repentance Required

I’m old enough to remember when “lifestyle evangelism” was all the rage. We were encouraged to get ourselves out of the salt shaker and into the world. The thought was that if we didn’t lead our conversations with unbelievers with … Continue reading

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What is the doctrine of illumination of the Holy Spirit?

Illumination is that doctrine that describes the work of the Holy Spirit in helping the believer to understand God’s Word. Though regeneration is required to rightly understand the Word, while having spiritual eyes comes before having spiritual sight, they are … Continue reading

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Sacred Marriage; Boomer Money; Shaking Dust & More

Lisa is back. Yay! She brings the biblical wisdom on how to be an Abigail in a world full of Nabals. Plus, how boomers and Gen X are both right about today’s economic realities. Jesus tells us to wipe the … Continue reading

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Once Not a People: Balancing Our Gracious Heritage

The RC Sproul Jr. Principle of Hermeneutics is a simple truth, and a deep passion of mine. You remember it. Whenever someone in the Bible does something really stupid, do not say, “How can they be so stupid?” Instead say … Continue reading

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Constitutional Niceties; Irresistible Grace and More

My advice? Give a listen to this week’s podcast. I think you’ll enjoy it and benefit from it. Check it out and let me know. This week’s Jesus Changes Everything Podcast

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Final Study- Parables: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

Tonight we conclude our study exploring the parables of Jesus. Last week we considered the Prodigal Son. We serve dinner at 6:15, and begin the study at 7:00. We also livestream on Facebook Live, on the account I share with … Continue reading

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The Philosophy of Philosophy: Love It or Hate It

Teaching philosophy is in my blood. I don’t just know how to do it, but I love doing it. Most of the classes I’ve taught over the years have consisted of people not planning to become professional philosophers. There aren’t … Continue reading

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What It Means to Be a Christian II; Vrabel & Russini; & More

Where is our hope? Our outrage? Where is His good Hand? All this is found where? In today’s podcast. Find it, and then share it. This week’s Jesus Changes Everything Podcast

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Study Tonight- Parables: The Rich Man and Lazarus

Tonight we continue a study exploring the parables of Jesus. Last week we considered the Good Samaritan. We serve dinner at 6:15, and begin the study at 7:00. We also livestream on Facebook Live, on the account I share with … Continue reading

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Last week’s Parables Study: Treasure & Pearl of Great Price

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