In the Bible, God presents himself as the Great Shepherd of his sheep. He purchases his sheep with his own blood. Then, with all his wisdom, power, and affection, he daily watches, guides, nurtures, feeds, disciples, disciplines, and loves each of his members. No one can escape his watchful eye. No one can wander or run … More Foolish Sheep under Faithless Figure Heads
Christians, after we are declared holy following the substitutionary life and death of Jesus Christ, we are progressively made holy through the gracious work of Christ’s Holy Spirit. The work of Christ in our justification is complete; it is finished. However, the work of Christ in our sanctification continues. As believers, we are made right with God due to the … More Will You Help Us Help You?
Job is being sorely troubled, and his dear friends are gathered about seeking to give him wise counsel. With compassion, they empathize as they sit together with him in the dust for days. They listen well; Job is given numerous opportunities to express his predicament and theology. They counsel much; these three friends are not shy to cry, comfort, correct, … More Can an Elder be a Younger? (Principles of Preaching for Young and Old Alike)
Unfathomable Grace 