Sep 10
2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Hebrews 4:16
There is no sin too consuming, bad, or binding that cannot be overcome by Jesus’ blood.
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Bound to Be Free: The Yoke Metaphor in the Bible
When Jesus said, “Take my yoke upon you” (Matt 11:29), he utilized a metaphor that resonated with his first-century audience, but one that might puzzle contemporary readers.
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Understanding Our Liturgy: Confession of Sin and Assurance of Pardon
For Christians, confession is not about shame—it's about healing, restoration, and drawing closer to God.
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We Finished Romans! A Brief Overview and List of Resources
We finished our sermon series in Romans. Here is an overview and a list of resources for future study.
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Book Review: Amidst Us Our Beloved Stands (Michael Haykin)
Haykin demonstrates that British Baptists treasured the Eucharist as both memorial and sacrament, considering it the means of grace that draws believers closest to Christ.
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Ash Wednesday and Lent
Ash Wednesday and Lent remind us of our mortality and the hope of reconciliation through Jesus, encouraging a somber and reflective disposition that leads to renewal and the celebration of the resurrection.
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Lord, Teach Us to Pray for Our Presidential Candidates
Christians on the Left and the Right use Scripture and prayer during presidential campaigns. So let's ask, "Lord, teach us to pray for our presidential candidates."
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Christian Formation: Habitus, Habits, and Habitat
To cultivate the habitus required as a logical and reasonable response to God’s mercy (Rom 12:1-2), we must carefully consider our habits and we must root ourselves within the ecclesial habitat.
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Book Review: On the Holy Spirit (St. Basil the Great)
To help us grow in our theology and practice of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit, I want to recommend St. Basil the Great's On the Holy Spirit.
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Book Review: Practicing the Way (Comer)
Comer argues that discipleship, or apprenticeship to Jesus, involves three main goals: be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do as he did.
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Greet One Another
Let’s encourage one another, and especially our visitors, by initiating a greeting and by listening well.
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2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:11
Our deepest wish is that we do not offend God. He is our greatest joy and he gave his Son to pay for our sin.
Aug 26
2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 119:105
It’s not enough to occasionally skim the Scriptures as we might do with the news headlines. We must go deep within its pages.
Aug 10
2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Philippians 4:6-7
When we pray, God acts on our behalf.
Aug 5
2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Psalm 19:14
The true path to a fulfilling life is to see the infinite beauty and glories of God’s word and then to embody them.
Our thankfulness to God is not determined by the age in which we live but by the future hope of Christ’s return and the present faithfulness of God.
In Christian homes, there should be a hospitable welcome to share in the death-mitigating bread of the common meal that echoes the welcome from Jesus, the death-defeating Bread of Life. As Christ welcomed us to his Table, we welcome others to ours.
Jul 13
2021
Scripture Memory Meditation | Hebrews 12:1-2
"May we not shrink back in our call, and may we make disciples as we go."
The hope of resurrection should lead to perseverance and an orientation to labor for the Lord in this world.
Jun 23
2021
Weekly Celebration of the Lord's Supper
At Resurrection Church, starting June 27, we will begin weekly participation of the Lord’s Supper in keeping with the New Testament witness that is fortified by the practice of the global Church throughout history.