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Monthly Archives: February 2012
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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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
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 →