Psalm 119:14

I have rejoiced in the way of thy testimonies, etc. The Psalmist saith not only, “I have rejoiced in thy testimonies,” but, “in the way of thy testimonies.” Way is one of the words by which the law is expressed. God’s laws are ways that lead us to God; and so it may be taken … More Psalm 119:14

Unlimited Forgiveness

Matthew 18:21–35 “So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart” (v. 35). A discussion of church discipline must recognize two errors often made in the interpretation of Matthew 18:15–20. First, we err if we divorce the church’s authority from its biblical … More Unlimited Forgiveness

A Somber Warning

Matthew 18:5–6 “Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned” (v. 6). Just as the Holy Spirit inspired Moses to write five books of the Bible (Genesis through Deuteronomy), so too … More A Somber Warning

A Good Man

A Good Man…Full of the Holy Ghost…and Faith “And they sent forth Barnabas…who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: … More A Good Man

To God Be The Glory

Ephesians 3:20-21 (KJV) Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, 20Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. Today’s bible verse reminded me of something very important that … More To God Be The Glory

Creeds, Confessions, Catechisms, and Covenants in Corporate Worship

In his instructions to Titus, Paul writes that ministers are to “teach what accords with sound doctrine” (Titus 2:1). The pulpit ministry that upholds and follows biblical exposition heeds these words of Paul. The pastor preaching the Scriptures verse-by-verse by using the historical-grammatical-theological/redemptive hermeneutic feeds his congregation. Theologically-rich, biblically based hymns are also a means … More Creeds, Confessions, Catechisms, and Covenants in Corporate Worship