PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 21 & 22 February

FAITH AND HOPE Faith and hope 1 Peter 1:21)  Hope is never ill when faith is well. –  John Bunyan What trust believes by faith, it waits for by hope. – Robert Mossom  Faith comes by hearing, hope by experience. Faith fights for doctrine, hope for reward. – John Bunyan  PRESUMPTION  The soul that doeth…presumptuously… … More PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 21 & 22 February

PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 19 February

EXAMPLE  – GOOD AND BAD  Walk even as ye have us for an example – Philippians 3:17 (R.V.)  Look on me, and do likewise – Judges 7:17  Old Testament examples are New Testament instructions.  – John Owen  Example is the most powerful of rhetoric {words} – Thomas Brooks  No marvel the imps {troublemakers} do follow … More PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 19 February

Expositional Imposters

Seven pitfalls to avoid when preaching expositional sermons…. Continued at Source: Expositional Imposters An interesting article on how many fail at good Expository Preaching. The word exposition simply means “a setting forth or explanation.” So expositional preaching is the explanation of Scripture that is based upon diligent study and careful exegesis (critical explanation or interpretation … More Expositional Imposters

February 17 A Prayer for Being a Little Less Stupid

{Do you have S.O.S.; Stuck on Stupid Disease?} Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid. (Prov. 12: 1) The ear that listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. (Prov. 15: 31) Heavenly Father, I’ll never tire of thanking you for the joy of calling you Father— Abba, Father. … More February 17 A Prayer for Being a Little Less Stupid