Thus it comes about that the doctrine of monergistic regeneration—or as it was phrased by the older theologians, of “irresistible grace” or “effectual calling”—is the hinge of the Calvinistic soteriology, and lies much more deeply embedded in the system than the doctrine . . . Continue reading →| The Heidelblog
The subject of baptism is the faithful people of God, without any distinction of nation, sex, or age. Indeed, infants of the covenanted must be baptized as equally as the infants of the covenanted were once circumcised because the promise made to Abraham . . . Continue reading →| The Heidelblog
One needs to read but a little way into the treatise to perceive how strongly and indeed even passionately Calvin insisted upon this point. The reason for this is that he looked upon election not merely as the warrant for assurance of . . . Continue reading →| The Heidelblog
Next we must consider the general organization of Israel that originated in this berith. This is usually designated as ‘the theocracy’. This name for it is not found in the Scriptures, although it admirably describes what the Biblical account represents Israel’s constitution to . . . Continue reading →| The Heidelblog
The universal Sabbath law received a modified significance under the Covenant of Grace. The work which issues into the rest can now no longer be man’s own work. It becomes the work of Christ. This the Old Testament and the New Testament . . . Continue reading →| The Heidelblog
Or, to put the question more accurately, why did Sunday become the Lord’s Day rather than Christians continuing to keep the Sabbath? There is some debate in the Christian tradition about whether we…| nuakh
“Who will roll away the stone?” This weighed on the minds of a trio of women – Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome. They awoke and moved […]| GGWO Church Baltimore
Practicing Sabbath rest renews and refocuses pastors, especially those who are tired of life and ministry. By embracing biblical rhythms of work and rest, pastors can minister from a place of peace as they grow churches. The post Restore Your Soul (and Avoid Burnout) appeared first on Church Growth Magazine.| Church Growth Magazine
Practicing Sabbath rest renews and refocuses pastors, especially those who are tired of life and ministry. By embracing biblical rhythms of work and rest, pastors can minister from a place of peace as they grow churches. The post How to Sabbath as a Pastor appeared first on Church Growth Magazine.| Church Growth Magazine
Idly Watching the Sunset| Etcetera & Atbp
“For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is My brother, and My sister, and mother” (Mark 3:35). This is the final verse of Mark 3. There’s a lot that happens in this chapter. The conclusion says something really important for us. Jesus made this statement after He got word that Mary, His […] The post Giving Someone a Hand appeared first on GGWO Church Baltimore.| GGWO Church Baltimore
The reality of who Jesus is neatly unfolds for us in Mark 2. Read carefully and take note of how He began to tell people of His eternal identity. There are a number of characteristics of the Son that we can see here. He shows Himself to be the Forgiver of sins, the Physician who […] The post Forgiver, Healer, Bridegroom and Rest appeared first on GGWO Church Baltimore.| GGWO Church Baltimore
by W.D. James What could a businessman ever want moreThan to have us sucking in his storeWe owe you nothing, you have no controlYou are not what you own – Fugazi, Merchandisei As we saw in th…| winter oak
Bishop Steven encourages clergy to 'come away and rest' during the summer months, making space for time off and honouring the Sabbath.| Bishop Steven's Blog