Misuses of the Law
by Anthony Burgess
Knowing the Law is good, if a man use it lawfully. - 1 Timothy 1:8-9
In these words, you have heard two points: First, the affirmation, "The Law is good." Second, the condition, "If a man use it lawfully."
Reformation Theology Blog
Shellfish and Mixed Fabrics
A common argument against Christianity by many atheists is the idea that Christians don't follow the dietary laws of the Old Testament. I recently heard one ask, "Why are you not firebombing Red Lobster restaurants for serving shellfish?" and "Why are you not calling for the dissolution of clothing companies that produce garments of mixed fabrics?"
The question being asked is a good one, but it shows a common misunderstanding about the role and purpose of Jesus, known as the Messiah.
He is Altogether Lovely
He is lovely in His person—the glorious all-sufficiency of His deity, the gracious purity and holiness of His humanity, His authority and majesty, His love and power.
He is lovely in His birth and incarnation—when He, who was rich, became poor for our sake, taking on flesh and blood because we share in the same. He was made of a woman, so that He could be made under the law for our sake.
Man's Utter Inability to Recover Himself
by Thomas Boston
Updated English
For when we were still without strength, at the appointed time Christ died for the ungodly.—Romans 5:6.
No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.—John 5:44.
How Faith Helps Against the Fear of Man: Explored in Fifteen Aspects
by Jeremiah Burroughs
First, let us discuss where the power of faith lies in helping us overcome the fear of man.
Much has been said about the power of faith in assisting us through sufferings. However, we now have several points to address regarding the power of faith in combating the fear of man.
A Gospel Primer
How may a sinful man approach God? (Exodus 3:5) Does God require perfect obedience to His law in order to achieve the righteousness He demands of us?
Practical Ways to Honor Others
Honour encompasses various aspects and actions:
1) Charitable constructions of men's actions: This involves giving others the benefit of the doubt and interpreting their actions in the best possible light. It prevents us from hastily judging others as wicked, false, or graceless based on little information. Instead, it encourages us to refrain from harsh conclusions about others and to withhold negative judgments unless we have sufficient knowledge.
The Benefit of Confession
While tending to my workday duties this past week I found my mind wandering down a familiar path. I had been thinking about significant people that have contributed, in one way or another, to my well being as a person. As I continued to ruminate several people came to mind that I need to reach out to. There is some important and unfinished business that needs to be recognized and tended to, and that will only happen if I initiate it.
