I theory there are two ways to righteousness. I say theory because the 1st is impossible, that is under the law (Old Testament) to live a perfect sinless life. Secondly and more practical, you can have Christ live your life for you and no longer be under the law. Paul in his letter to the … More The Life Which I Now Live
As Isaiah foretold the Messiah would be not only ignored but completely rejected by man and so acquainted with grief He would be known as the “Man of many sorrows.” He whom God stuck down and afflicted with our sins. He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: … More Made Righteous In HIM!
What then? Shall we sin because we are not under law but under grace? Certainly not! 16 Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one’s slaves whom you obey, whether of sin leading to death, or of obedience leading to righteousness? 17 But God be thanked that though you were slaves of sin, yet you obeyed from the … More Daily Devotional – Slaves of Sin or Slaves of Christ PT.I
Psalm 5:8 Lead me, O Lord, in thy righteousness because of mine enemies; make thy way straight before my face. (KJV) Guíame, Jehová, en tu justicia, a causa de mis enemigos; Endereza delante de mí tu camino. (RVR 1960) Context: This is a Psalm or prayer v.1 Give ear to my words, O Lord, v.2 Hearken unto the voice … More Daily Devotional – Lead Me O Lord
But I will see your face in righteousness; when I awake, I will be satisfied with your presence.[a] (CSB) What a great and precious verse this is. Think on this a moment, David is praying and concludes with this; when I awake, I will be satisfied with your presence. Should that not be our daily prayer … More When I Awake
by John Owen – March 28th, 2019 Chapter 13 PREPARATORY DIRECTIONS Speak No Peace (Continued) 2). If rational principles are relied upon a). The meaning of relying upon rational principles When men measure out peace to themselves upon the conclusions that their convictions and rational principles will carry them to, this is a … More Daily Devotional – Mortification of Sin
It amazes me why so many congregations today want to bring so many worldly activities into their churches. We should never cloak righteousness in anything but God’s Glory.
GOODNESS OF THE SAINTS I myself am also persuaded of you, my brethren, that ye yourselves are full of goodness… – Romans 15:14 (R.V.) Let’s the Pope’s calendar only saint the dead, the Scripture requires sanctity in the living. – William Jenkyn If I cease becoming better I shall soon cease to be good. – … More PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 09 February
JUSTICE The justice of the Lord – Deuteronomy 32:21 My justice was as a robe and a diadem – Job 29:14 R.V. Without justice, great commonwealths are but great troops of robbers. – John Owen His will is the rule of righteousness, and righteousness is the rule of His will. – Elisha Coles Justice in … More PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 03 February
GOD NOT AUTHOR OF SIN Is there unrighteousness with God? God forbid. – Romans 9:14 Is…Christ the minister of sin? God forbid. – Galatians 2:17 We owe our creation to God, our corruption to ourselves. – Stephan Charnock God made the face, and the devil paints it. – Thomas Adams Man’s fault cannot prejudice God’s … More PURITAN QUOTE(S) FOR TODAY – 02 February
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