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Christians and Political Fanaticism
Christians and Political Fanaticism[1] This study will not address everything about politics. My main purpose in this study is to challenge us to consider our hearts over these matters. How do we look at politics in terms of the Bible … Continue reading
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Proverbs 10:1-7
Proverbs 10:1-7 Now begins the proverbs of Solomon in the second major section of the book. Various proverbs are strewn throughout these chapters. They are to be read with discernment where one does not cancel out the other. A tension … Continue reading
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Larger Catechism 193, Daily Bread
Larger Catechism 193ab Use the above link to download the pdf version of the Larger Catechism lesson. The Larger Catechism Question 193  193.    Q. What do we pray for in the fourth petition? A. In the fourth petition, (which … Continue reading
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A Sight of Christ and Our Tribulations, John Newton
These two quotes from Newton reveal his profound understanding of Christian experience and our sufferings. All genuine believers can bear witness to the truth of these statements. “When we can fix our thoughts upon him, as laying aside all his … Continue reading
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John 1:1-18
John 1:1-18 Verses 1-5 introduce us to the “Word†while vv. 6-8 explain who John is. He came to bear witness about the light. The light is described in vv. 9-13. Verses 14-18 resume the “Word†theme in which we … Continue reading
Larger Catechism, #76
The Larger Catechism Question 76 76.      Q. What is repentance unto life? A. Repentance unto life is a saving grace,[320] wrought in the heart of a sinner by the Spirit[321] and Word of God,[322] whereby, out of the sight and … Continue reading
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Proverbs 9
Proverbs 9 Much of what is covered in this chapter has been addressed in some measure previously. Lady Wisdom and Madame Folly are contrasted. Their last appeals are given here. Sandwiched between these two, a wise person is contrasted with … Continue reading
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Proverbs 8:22-36
Proverbs 8:22-36 8:22-31 — “The LORD possessed me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of old. 23 Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. 24 When there … Continue reading
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Proverbs 8:12-21
Proverbs 8:12-21 8:12-21 — “I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. 13 The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. 14 I … Continue reading
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John 1:19-28
John 1:19-28 Verses 19-28 explain who John is. In fact, verse 19 says, And this is the testimony of John. The Jews (an expression used 68 times in John and often referred to those opposed to Christ) asked “Who are … Continue reading →