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William Fenner on Fearing God’s Goodness and Mercy, and not just his Wrath
“Thirdly, a carnal man’s affections are not wrought upon regularly. His affections maybe are wrought upon, by God’s justice and judgments, because God is a consuming fire against sin, because God is severe against the works of iniquity, because he hath made Heaven-gate to be straight. These are
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The Importance of Reading Hard Books
I came across this video and thought it would be worth sharing. Deep reading is difficult for me, so this kind of thing is a helpful reminder to persevere with this discipline. A summary of the transcript (AI generated) is as follows - Why reading hard books matters Deep reading is important
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1 Corinthians 2:6–10, Part 3: Crucifying the Lord of Glory, They Fulfilled the Wisdom of God
The rulers of this age mistook Jesus, so they crucified him — and ushered him into new glories he shares with his saints. Watch Now
College Is for (Lasting) Pleasure
The world’s diversions at college may distract and entice. But when we pursue lasting pleasure in God, every semester counts for eternity. Watch Now
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Seminary and L.A.M.P.?
Today I attended my first presbytery meeting and I heard about this initiative called "LAMP". Apparently designed to be a way to satisfy ordination requirements and cheaper than seminary, Anybody in the PCA ever been through this program and graduated?
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A World Fit for Glory
What kind of world awaits God’s children? John Piper opens Romans 8:21 to show creation remade for God’s people to rule and enjoy. Watch Now
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Holy Ambition Begins at Home
I have an ambition: I want to write good stories that change the world. Following in the footsteps of Lewis and Tolkien, I want to craft tales that act as signposts to the triune God. I want to fight against the darkness with fables of light.
(New) Series 1 Episode 5 Part Two. Geneva — The Bible of a Generation
Audio • Season 1 • Episode 5 • (New) Series 1 Episode 5 Part Two. Geneva — The Bible of a Generation.The artwork is: A copy of the Bassandyne
David Bissett Shares Three Favourite Books
David Bissett has served Clifton Park Community Church in upstate New York since 1995. We sat down with him at the East Coast Minister’s Conference, where he was kind enough to commend three of his favourite Banner books. Books mentioned: Iain H. Murray, Jonathan Edwards: A New Biography Thomas Manton, Sermons on Psalm 119 (In volumes 6–9 of Manton’s Works)
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Extended Scripture Memory - Testimony & Encouragement
I have memorized the Letter to the Hebrews. All 303 verses (KJV). To be fair, my accuracy rate is probably 97-99% rather than %100. (I may confuse short words like “and/for” “that/which” “mine/my,” “Thine/Thy,” etc. The Lord has been my helper in this, and has answered my prayers
Rejoice, Christian, for You Are Loved by God
The love of God is expressed in various ways. There is His benevolent love whereby He conveys His love to all people. In His beneficence, God graciously gives benefits to all. God makes the sun shine on the just and unjust (Matt. 5:45). Individuals are blessed to know the benevolent love of God. Of the
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John MacArthur’s One Perfect Life
Has anyone read One Perfect Life: The Complete Story of the Lord Jesus. I was considering doing a study of the four gospels and this looked like a good resource. Are there better Reformed alternatives? Thanks.
When I’m Too Weak to Be Productive
Can a disabled mother model the Proverbs 31 woman? Pastor John describes the gift of a heart that hopes in God’s steadfast love. Listen Now
Why God’s work doesn’t always meet our expectations
When God’s way of working isn’t what we want to see
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William Ames’s Exhortation to Students of Theology
William Ames (1576–1633), the English Puritan theologian exiled to the Netherlands, delivered An Exhortation to the Students of Theology at the University of Franeker on August 22, 1623. Convinced that theology is “the doctrine or teaching of living to God,” he urged future pastors to know the
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Spiritual gems from John Newton
Some encouraging and wise advice from John Newton: There is one whom though you see him not, is always near you to show you his power, his wisdom and his goodness. He knoweth your path and though it should be through fire and water, he has promised to bring you safety out. Try, if in dependence
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Swallowed Up by Life
What happens when life swallows mortality? John Piper shows from 2 Corinthians 5:4 that God remakes our bodies to see and savor his glory. Watch Now
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Questions from my Sister concerning Baptism
Hi friends, My sister and her husband studying covenant theology and infant baptism. They currently attend a baptistic non-denominational church (semi-charismatic). They have a 15 month old little girl. My brother in-law has pretty much been convinced of the Reformed paedobaptist position, but
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Devotional help for Small Children
Brothers and Sisters, I’ve recently been introduced to reformed theology and it has changed my life. I now found myself having a great desire to make my faith the focus of every aspect of my life, which ashamedly it was not before. I have 2 small daughters, ages almost 2 and a little
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1 Corinthians 2:6–10, Part 2: Before Time, God Was Planning Our Glory
When this world fell into sin, God didn’t scramble for a backup plan. He had planned from all eternity to rescue a people through the work of his Son. Watch Now
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