Author Archives: PS

Signs of True Conversion – Charles Spurgeon

People do not get a true healing until they know the disease under which they are suffering……The preacher’s work is to throw sinners down in utter helplessness that they may be compelled to look to Him who alone can help … Continue reading

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The Gospel and Islam – Thabhiti Anyabwile

In this hour long 9Marks discussion about the Gospel and Islam, Mark Dever talks with Thabhiti Anyabwile, a former Muslim turned pastor, about Islam and how to engage with Muslims.  The conversation begins with Thabhiti’s story and then transitions into … Continue reading

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Death – The Great Equalizer

In the book of Ecclesiastes, Solomon summarizes all of the experiences of his life with the statement, “vanity of vanities, all is vanity” (1:2, 12:8).  The wisest man who ever lived is claiming that from a purely earthly perspective (e.g., … Continue reading

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Only One Life – CT Studd

Two little lines I heard one day, Traveling along life’s busy way; Bringing conviction to my heart, And from my mind would not depart; Only one life, ’twill soon be past, Only what’s done for Christ will last. Only one … Continue reading

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On Controversy – John Newton’s Letter

In the May TableTalk from Ligonier Ministries, the magazine covered how to handle controversy and used John Newton’s letter to a pastor with a question about how to go about criticizing another minister as the foundation for several articles including: … Continue reading

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Righteousness in Justification – Charles Spurgeon

There’s two components to our justification – removal of our guilt and imputation of righteousness.  Christ’s suffering and death for our sin resolves the first and His perfect life provides us the second.  Charles Spurgeon describes our imputed righteous well … Continue reading

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Don’t Waste Your Life – John Piper Sermon

Don’t Waste Your Life may be John Piper’s most famous sermon.  Watch it below: Your life is in God’s hands.  He has a right to take it and give it whenever He pleases.  (Deut 32:39).  The Lord gives and takes … Continue reading

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Jerusalem’s History Video

This five minute video will provide you with a quick run through of 4,000 years of history for the city of Jerusalem.

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What Does Worship Include? – John MacArthur

When the word worship is used the association usually comes to mind first is song.  We open our church services with worship music, so that often defines the extent of what we consider worship.  However, worship is a much broader … Continue reading

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How to Worship – John MacArthur

We are spiritual creatures by nature, so everyone worships someone.  Even the atheist worships – himself.  The Bible uses two words for worship – to kiss a hand or bow down and to render honor or homage.  It begins first … Continue reading

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