Category Archives: Theology

Truth and the Trinity

Posted on February 15, 2012 by PS

Recently, there’s been quite a debate about the importance of defining the Trinity within the American church.  The question of the importance of and adherence to the historical Nicean and Athanasian creeds has arisen in addition to a discussion of the words we … Continue reading →

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Lamb of God

Posted on February 9, 2012 by PS

Jesus is frequently referred to as the lamb of God throughout the New Testament.  Here are four examples. John the Baptist used this title at Jesus’ baptism: The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, “Behold,  the … Continue reading →

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Jellyfish Christianity

Posted on February 6, 2012 by PS

Dislike of dogma is an epidemic which is just now doing great harm, and especially among young people. . . . It produces what I must venture to call . . . a “jelly-fish” Christianity . . . a Christianity … Continue reading →

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How to Glorify God: Four Ways

Posted on January 30, 2012 by PS

Glorifying God consists of four things 1) Appreciation 2) Worship 3) Love 4) Subjection.  This is the yearly rent we pay to the crown of heaven. First, we glorify God when we set God highest in our thoughts and esteem … Continue reading →

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Colossians Wordle

Posted on January 27, 2012 by PS

Colossians in 50 words:

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God is for God – Matt Chandler Sermon

Posted on January 18, 2012 by PS

God is for God was preached by Matt Chandler at Elevation Church.  The sermon confronts the error of believing that the Bible is a roadmap for life and therefore we misinterpret passages that are about Jesus and apply them to … Continue reading →

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The Names of Jesus

Posted on December 20, 2011 by PS

This two minute video will help prepare you for the birth of the Savior as you meditate on the names of Jesus: Find more great Christian posts at the James’ Mirror Christian discipleship blog

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Old Testament Overview

Posted on December 17, 2011 by PS

In the book Gospel & Kingdom by Graeme Goldsworthy, Goldsworthy provides a great two minute overview of Old Testament history that’s worth committing to memory to frame out the ‘story line’.  As we approach Christmas, think through this redemptive history … Continue reading →

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Theology Book Recommendations from Joel Beeke

Posted on October 29, 2011 by PS

In Joel Beeke’s Reformed Confessions, he provides an extensive bibliography with recommendations.  His favorite books by topic are listed below: The Doctrine of God: Knowing God by JI Packer Inspiration of Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:21, Thy Word … Continue reading →

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Resources about Imputed Righteousness

Posted on October 25, 2011 by PS

Imputed righteousness is the Biblical doctrine of receiving the right standing of Jesus transferred to us when we trust in Him for salvation.  It means that our sins aren’t just forgiven and transferred to Christ, but the merit of His … Continue reading →

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