Since parents are to be shepherds of their children, this means that they, too, are called to be polemicists. Just as a church is filled with believers who need the spiritual protection of their pastors, so too are homes filled with children who need the spiritual protection of their parents.
Read MoreFrom a human perspective, because of who Jesus is and what He has done, anyone in the entire world can take of the Bread of Life and eat freely. They can take a seat at the table and be satisfied for eternity.
Read MoreIf education were to be purely neutral, each element of the educational process would have to be neutral. If even one aspect is shown not to be neutral, then the entire process is biased to some degree.
Read MoreAs the Chief Cornerstone and Master Craftsman, Christ alone has the authority to determine the Church’s shape, purpose, and function, ensuring that it will stand firm as the pillar and foundation of God’s truth (Eph 2:20; 1 Tim 3:15).
Read MoreCataloguing the nineteen men who reigned next, the Chronicler traced the downfall of Judah not only to point out the tragic cause of exile, but more importantly, to bolster his point to the returnees that they were serving a God who does not forget His people.
Read MoreDon’t confuse morality or maturity with conversion. Godly parents are to labor as evangelists in the home, presenting the multifaceted aspects of the Gospel to their children frequently (cf. Psa. 78:4, Eph. 6:4, 2 Tim. 3:14-15).
Read MoreRather, as people who have been shown grace in the midst of our rebellion, we are called to extend grace toward others. We have a responsibility to engage people with the truth of the gospel in a loving and compassionate way.
Read MoreThe purpose, intentionality, and origin for elders is these men of spiritual integrity and maturity, who fear God, and have been appointed to come alongside Moses, to carry the burden of shepherding the people of God, together.
Read MoreSo, do you want to teach your kids basic theology? Do you want them to understand some of the foundational doctrines and practices of the faith? If so, you need to begin catechizing them.
Read MorePublished by Kress Biblical Resources, and based on the Old Testament teaching outlines that many have come to know and love, the purpose of this book (like the first in the series) is to equip Christians to study and teach verse by verse through the Old Testament—the Wisdom literature of the Bible in particular, in this case.
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