Tag Archives: kingdom notes

What Are You Worried About?

Posted on December 22, 2023 by RC

We are inveterate plea-bargainers. We are adept at the art of the deal. Romans 1 tells us that in our fallen condition, we all deny the God we know exists. We know we stand guilty before Him, but we suppress … Continue reading →

Posted in Apostles' Creed, assurance, Biblical Doctrines, church, communion, evangelism, grace, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, preaching, RC Sproul JR, repentance, resurrection, theology | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on What Are You Worried About?

God Bless Us Every One

Posted on December 21, 2023 by RC

There is a reason that churches are full on Christmas. It is that time of year that even the heathen crash we believers’ party over the incarnation of Christ. It’s rather like Americans in 1943 celebrating Pearl Harbor. I suspect … Continue reading →

Posted in Advent, beauty, Biblical Doctrines, Biblical theology, creation, eschatology, grace, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR, resurrection, sovereignty, special edition, theology, wonder, worship | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Devils in the Church

Posted on December 19, 2023 by RC

The devil is introduced to us first as being more crafty than any of the beasts of the field (Genesis 3:1). We are reminded in II Corinthians 11:14 that he transforms himself into an angel of light. It is however, … Continue reading →

Posted in abortion, Big Eva, church, Devil's Arsenal, ethics, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, politics, RC Sproul JR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

A Sound Principle

Posted on December 15, 2023 by RC

Good exegesis will tell us that bad conclusions do not burst forth de novo from bad exegesis. It is valuable, important, even potent for us to have a good grasp of sound hermeneutical principles, to be on our guard against … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Big Eva, Devil's Arsenal, Education, hermeneutics, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR, repentance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on A Sound Principle

Good Will Toward Men

Posted on December 14, 2023 by RC

There is a reason that churches are full on Christmas. It is that time of year that even the heathen crash we believers’ party over the incarnation of Christ. It’s rather like Americans in 1943 celebrating Pearl Harbor. I suspect … Continue reading →

Posted in Advent, Biblical Doctrines, creation, grace, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Being Jesus

Posted on December 12, 2023 by RC

Because we are the heirs of the moderns, metaphors tend to slip right by us. To be sure, we know how to recognize a metaphor. Jesus tells us that He is the door, and we puzzle for a moment trying … Continue reading →

Posted in 10 Commandments, Biblical Doctrines, Big Eva, church, grace, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off on Being Jesus

The End of the End

Posted on December 8, 2023 by RC

When Alice found herself at a crossroads in Wonderland, she looked about for help. There in a tree nearby was a smile. Just a smile. Soon though, the full body of the Cheshire Cat appeared. Alice asked the cat which … Continue reading →

Posted in Apostles' Creed, beauty, Biblical Doctrines, Biblical theology, church, creation, eschatology, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR, resurrection, sovereignty, wonder, worship | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Contextualizing Missions

Posted on December 5, 2023 by RC

It is just about the time that we begin to mock our fathers that we find ourselves slipping on the banana peels they have left behind. Consider our fathers’ failure to contextualize in missions. Generations ago great heroes went forth … Continue reading →

Posted in Big Eva, church, Devil's Arsenal, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, preaching, RC Sproul JR, wisdom, worship | Tagged , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Contextualizing Missions

Giving Tuesday Held Over Indefinitely!

Posted on November 30, 2023 by RC

It has always been my prayer that God would put the gifts He’s given me to good work. I assume the same is true for you. Some pathways to fruitfulness are laid out clearly. You go to school, get certified, … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, appeal, Bible Study, Big Eva, church, Jesus Changes Everything, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR, shepherd's college, special edition | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Giving Tuesday Held Over Indefinitely!

The Gates of Hell Advancing

Posted on November 28, 2023 by RC

The feint is a rather critical part of any battle strategy. There are few occasions where a direct, unambiguous assault will work out well. We want instead to keep our enemy guessing, unsure as to whether we will be coming … Continue reading →

Posted in 10 Commandments, Big Eva, church, communion, Devil's Arsenal, ethics, grace, kingdom, Kingdom Notes, RC Sproul JR, resurrection, scandal, wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments