Spurgeon writes in regards to this verse: The apostle uses the perfect tense and says, “Who hath saved us.” Believers in Christ Jesus are saved. They are not looked upon as persons who are in a hopeful state, and may ultimately be saved, but they are already saved. Salvation is not a blessing to be … More
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40 Men Died on Ice for Christ – March 9, 320
THIS DAY IN CHURCH HISTORY DAN GRAVES, MSL Governor Agricola of Armenia was confronted with “mutiny.” Forty soldiers refused to offer the sacrifice ordered by emperor Licinius. The forty who stood before him that wintry fourth-century day in Sevaste were fine specimens of manhood who radiated an aura of courage. He was determined to make … More 40 Men Died on Ice for Christ – March 9, 320
Daily Devotional – Mortification of Sin
by John Owen – March 9th, 2019 Chapter 9 PREPARATORY DIRECTIONS Dangerous Symptoms (Continued) g. A caution These and many other evidences are there of a lust that is dangerous, if not mortal. As our Savior said of the evil spirit, “This kind goeth not out but by fasting and prayer” (Mat 17:21), so … More Daily Devotional – Mortification of Sin
Who is a God Like Unto Thee
Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage?(*) He retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy. 19 He will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and thou wilt cast all their sins … More Who is a God Like Unto Thee
God Created Man
In Context: Then God said, “Let Us (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) make man in Our image, according to Our likeness [not physical, but a spiritual personality and moral likeness]; and let them have complete authority over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, the cattle, and over the entire earth, and over … More God Created Man
Daily Devotional – Mortification of Sin
by John Owen – March 7th, 2019 Chapter 9 PREPARATORY DIRECTIONS Dangerous Symptoms (Continued) C. Frequent success Frequency of success in sin’s seduction, in obtaining the prevailing consent of the will unto it, is another dangerous symptom. This is what I mean: When the sin spoken of gets the con-sent of the will with … More Daily Devotional – Mortification of Sin
The Lies of Feminism
SUMMER JAEGER | MARCH 4, 2019 Sometimes we think of the early feminists as though they were just sweet little ladies who wanted more legal rights. They didn’t deny the existence of God, and they pleaded for fair treatment for both women and slaves. They played an instrumental role in the ending of slavery … More The Lies of Feminism
What We Learn About God from An Old Testament Prayer
by David Qaoud Do you treasure books of the Bible like 1 Chronicles? If you follow a Bible reading plan you’ll read through the Old Testament. But there’s a difference between having to read something and feeling like you get to read something. And for many, certain Old Testament books feel obligatory rather than delightful to … More What We Learn About God from An Old Testament Prayer
Today in Church History
Fear nothing that you are about to suffer. Be aware that the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested [in your faith], and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful to the point of death [if you must die for your faith], and I will give you the crown[consisting] of … More Today in Church History
The High Cost of Cowardice
by Darrell B. Harrison / Monday, February 18, 2019 When you think of courageous Christians, your mind likely runs to the heroes of church history. You think of the men and women who endured imprisonment, torture, and even martyrdom for the sake of their faith. And certainly there are many places around the world where believers still … More The High Cost of Cowardice







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