Category Archives: The Christian Life

John Murray on Sanctification

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

In his book, Redemption Accomplished and Applied, John Murray writes the following about the sanctification of the believer in Christ: There is a total difference between surviving sin and reigning sin, the regenerate in conflict with sin and the unregenerate … Continue reading →

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“At Home” In Sin?

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

Some strong, but ever-so-timely words from the late John Murray (1898-1975) regarding the effectual calling of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers: “If we find ourselves at home in the ungodliness, lust, and filth of this present world, … Continue reading →

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John Calvin on Prayer

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

Anyone who thinks that Calvinism is somehow antithetical to prayer simply has not read Calvin.   They certainly have not read what he has written about the subject of prayer. Chapter XX (approximately 70 pages long) of his Institutes of the … Continue reading →

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Great Resources on Evangelism

Posted on March 29, 2013 by

Looking for some help on the subject of evangelism? (Who couldn’t use some help & encouragement in that particular department?) There are a lot of really good books about evangelism.  Here are just a few of them that you may … Continue reading →

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Obstacles to Evangelism Part VII – Laziness?

Posted on March 20, 2013 by

Some convicting words from Richard Phillips: Many of us are ineffective evangelists simply because we are too lazy and self-centered. We are not willing to cross the street to meet people. We do not care enough for the eternal destiny … Continue reading →

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Sticking Your Neck Out to Sin?

Posted on March 9, 2013 by

The Apostle Peter has some strong words for us when it comes to dealing with our lusts of the flesh.  He says that we should abstain from them because they are waging a war against our souls. “Beloved, I urge … Continue reading →

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Grace Experts

Posted on March 1, 2013 by

God’s love is a gift, and gifts (by definition) are free.   Children typically understand that truth much better than us adults. The Jesus Storybook Bible has a great illustration about kids and grace. So while Jesus’ friends were arguing, some … Continue reading →

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The Grace of Giving

Posted on January 31, 2013 by

The grace of giving should be a distinguishing characteristic of the Christian church. I know what you’re probably thinking: “It’s somehow always about money, isn’t it?“  But bear with me – don’t go packing your bags for that guilt trip … Continue reading →

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Sticks and Stones?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

How serious of a sin is slander?  Just words?  Sticks and stones and all that? Or is it murder with words? Thomas Watson writes, You may kill a man in his name as well as in his person. Some are … Continue reading →

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Read Through the Bible in 2013

Posted on January 1, 2013 by

Want to make a resolution for the New Year that could really change your life?  This one won’t involve an expensive gym membership – in fact, it won’t cost you a dime! Make it your goal to read through the … Continue reading →

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