by Brian | Jun 30, 2012 | Hymns
Seriously, have you read this? A hymn by Charles Wesley: And can it be that I should gain An interest in the Savior’s blood? Died He for me, who caused His pain— For me, who Him to death pursued? Amazing love! How can it be, That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?...
by Brian | Jun 29, 2012 | Bible Study, Spiritual Life
T. Austin-Sparks: Upon what does spiritual conflict turn and hinge? Well, when we get into the vortex of a great spiritual warfare, where the pressure is almost unendurable, where everything is going against us, when the heavens are as brass over us and our prayers...
by Brian | Jun 27, 2012 | Academic, Biblical History, Book Recommendations, New Testament Canon
Another subject people frequently bring up if you get into discussions about the Gospel is the very popular view that no one in early Christianity could agree on which books should be in the New Testament, and the only reason we have the books we do now (especially...
by Brian | Jun 26, 2012 | Monday Study Notes
Last night we began a couple weeks looking at Paul’s teaching on the armor of God in Ephesians 6. It seems like a good season to be going over some basics of spiritual warfare. Here’s the outline of the study: Intro: Ephesians 6:10-20 is the climax of the...
by Brian | Jun 23, 2012 | Hymns
A hymn by Henry F. Lyte: Praise, my soul, the King of Heaven; To His feet thy tribute bring. Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, Evermore His praises sing: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise the everlasting King. Praise Him for His grace and favor To our fathers in...