tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35309552546516652612024-03-05T06:29:02.354-05:00Wright ThinkingWorld Views: views on the world from a biblical world viewReformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-66846170570862556222015-08-28T13:59:00.000-04:002015-08-28T13:59:00.246-04:00New Mens Fellowship Study to Begin at Redeemer Church<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Mens Discipleship group returns this Fall and we’ll be reading through Martyn Lloyd-Jones book<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/reformed_renegade-20/detail/1433513404" target="_blank"> <em><strong>The Kingdom of God</strong>.</em></a>
We’ll be meeting in the fellowship hall from 8-9am. Below is the
schedule. We hope to see you there for this time of fellowship and
encouragement. The book can be purchased <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/reformed_renegade-20/detail/1433513404" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a>.</span><br />
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<li><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922535" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">19 September 2015</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 1 The King’s Proclamation</td>
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<li value="2"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922536" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">3 October 2015</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 2 The First Priority</td>
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<li value="3"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922537" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">17 October 2015</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 3 Not With Outward Show</td>
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<li value="4"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922538" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">7 November 2015</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 4 Righteousness, Peace & Joy</td>
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<li value="5"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922539" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">21 November 2015</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 5 The Mystery</td>
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<li value="6"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922540" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">9 January 2016</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 7 The Three Men</td>
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<li value="8"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922542" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">13 February 2016</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 8 The Only Hope</td>
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<td>Ch 9 True Riches</td>
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<li value="10"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922544" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">12 March 2016</span></span></li>
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<td>Ch 10 So Near And Yet So Far</td>
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<td>Ch 11 Born Again</td>
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<td>Ch 12 A Kingdom Which Can’t Be Moved</td>
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<li value="13"><span class="aBn" data-term="goog_489922547" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">23 April 2016</span></span></li>
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Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-82750624551747929702015-07-03T13:35:00.000-04:002015-07-03T13:35:21.479-04:00A Response to the Supreme Court's Decision on SSM<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-size: x-large;">Be of Good Cheer </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last week the supreme court rendered some decisions that discouraged
many. The decisions reflect a culture that appears to be turning from
God. As Isaiah said, "Woe to those who call evil good and good evil,
who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for
sweet and sweet for bitter!" (Is 5:20). Yet as Christians we are not to
judge God by the darkness of His providences, but by the light of His
word. The Psalmist tells us to rejoice because "the Lord r<span class="text_exposed_show">eigns"
(Ps 97:1) and the great heavenly multitude cries out, "Hallelujah! For
the Lord our God the Almighty reigns" (Rev 19:6). The twists and turns
of providence can be confusing, but God's word declares that He is in
total control of world history in general and American history in
particular. He has a plan and His purpose is being fulfilled in all
things. Though His judgments are too deep for us to easily or fully
fathom, His word tells us that all things are working together for the
eternal welfare of His people. Jesus Christ has accomplished our
salvation and we are one day nearer the never-ending bliss of heaven! So
in midst of difficult circumstances, let us rejoice in His reign. He
sits upon the throne unruffled, unchanged and unmatched in His wisdom,
glory and grace. Be of good cheer, Christian! Christ our King is coming
back. He is preparing a place for us and will return to take us home.
"So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and
especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal 6:10), Do
not fear, only believe (Mk 5:36). </span></span>Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-78156483262851260382015-04-15T11:19:00.000-04:002015-04-15T11:19:12.494-04:00Confession of Sin<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">This week's Confession of Sin. May it stir your heart to holiness.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Our Father, you are the infinite and
eternal God who knows all things. You are mindful of our thoughts and
acquainted with our purposes. No secret thing is hidden from your sight. All
our imaginations are laid bare before you. We have sinned by giving thought to
and savoring in our minds things that are wicked and depraved. Often our
affections to be enslaved by evil desires. Our hearts have been the source of countless
transgressions. Your good and holy law we have broken within while trying to
look religious without. There is no excuse for our hypocrisy. By nature no good
thing dwells in us. Apart from your grace our souls are desperately evil and
incurably sick. Please forgive us for Jesus’ sake.
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</span>Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-90185141715002296022015-03-28T10:54:00.000-04:002015-03-28T10:55:31.824-04:00Reformation History Class<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Our own Kevin Glazier has been teaching <span id="goog_1116445061"></span><span id="goog_1116445062"></span>the Adult Sunday School class through <b>Reformation History</b>. It has been a fascinating and enlightening study. Click <a href="http://redeemerchurchpca.sermon.net/main/main/20348952" target="_blank">here</a> to find the recordings and .pdf file notes. Have questions? Please send them to us and we'll get back to you.</span>Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-37531283180418419052014-12-06T11:41:00.000-05:002014-12-06T11:41:38.118-05:00Christmas Eve Service<div>
<span style="font-size: large;">We would like to invite you to join the Redeemer Church Family for
our annual Christmas Eve Service and Appetizer Hour. Our Appetizer Hour
is a wonderful time to enjoy fellowship and celebrate the season with
family, friends and food! Appetizers begin at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1745741121" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">6 pm</span></span> followed by our service at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1745741122" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">7 pm</span></span>. If you plan to attend, please sign up to bring an appetizer to share at </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We look forward to seeing you there! </span></div>
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Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-75134408222724384752014-09-01T11:47:00.001-04:002014-09-01T11:47:54.486-04:00"Knowing God" Study Begins<span style="font-size: large;">The Mens and Ladies groups at <a href="http://redeemerohio.org/" target="_blank">Redeemer Church</a> in Hudson, Ohio will be reading and studying through the well known and foundational book by J.I. Packer, <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/reformed_renegade-20/detail/083081650X" target="_blank"><i>Knowing God</i></a>
this Fall. We look forward to having you join us if you're in the area
for a great time of fellowship and edification. Check our <a href="http://redeemerohio.org/" target="_blank">website</a> for more details.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of the top 50 books that have shaped evangelicals (<i>Christianity Today</i>, 2006) Platinum Book Award, Evangelical Christian Publishing Association For
over 40 years, J. I. Packer's classic has been an important tool to help
Christians around the world discover the wonder, the glory and the joy
of knowing God. In 2006, <i>Christianity Today</i> voted this title
one of the top 50 books that have shaped evangelicals. This edition is
updated with Americanized language and spelling and a new preface by the
author. Stemming from Packer's profound theological knowledge, <i>Knowing God</i>
brings together two important facets of the Christian faith— knowing
about God and also knowing God through the context of a close
relationship with the person of Jesus Christ. Written in an engaging and
practical tone, this thought-provoking work seeks to transform and
enrich the Christian understanding of God. Explaining both who God is
and how we can relate to him, Packer divides his book into three
sections: The first directs our attention to how and why we know God,
the second to the attributes of God and the third to the benefits
enjoyed by a those who know him intimately. This guide leads readers
into a greater understanding of God while providing advice to gaining a
closer relationship with him as a result.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Recently at least one pastor has advocated leaving the PCA
for what he believes are valid reasons.<span>
</span>In response another pastor argued that while those reasons give rise to
some concern, they are not serious enough in his mind to warrant a departure.<span> </span>To leave or not to leave, that is the
question.<span> </span>I believe there are two
preliminary queries that must be answered in order to resolve this larger
issue.<span> </span>First, is leaving a church or
denomination necessary?<span> </span>Second, is
leaving a church or denomination wise?<span> </span>Regarding
the former question, I am in agreement with the second pastor’s response.<span> </span>The concerns about the PCA do not necessitate
leaving the denomination.<span> </span>As to the
latter question, I do not believe it is wise at this time to leave the
PCA.<span> </span>Indeed, it appears very <i>unwise</i>
to <i>depart from</i> one fellowship without being <i>called to</i> a different
one.<span> </span>That is to say, it is never wise to
leave any church or denomination for purely negative reasons.<span> </span>God does not simply drive us away from
challenging or difficult circumstances.<span> </span>He
uses them to test, challenge and refine – to sanctify us.<span> </span>Therefore, we are <i>to stand firm in the
faith, act like men, be strong</i> (1Cor 16:13).<span> </span>In other words, <i>be courageous</i>!<span> </span>We need not <i>flee from</i> anything except
sin.<span> </span>But of course that is dealt with in
the first question – is it necessary?<span> </span>A
wise departure always involves being <i>called or guided to</i> something – to a
new sphere or opportunity for service, ministry or fellowship.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Let us resist the consumeristic urge to think only of our
own tastes and preferences.<span> </span>Paul says, <i>Do
nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more
significant than yourselves</i> (Php 2:3).<span>
</span>We must look not only to our own interests but also to those of others
(v. 4).<span> </span>Membership in a church or
denomination involves a significant degree of commitment.<span> </span>It means we become part of a family in which
we are <i>bound to maintain a holy fellowship and communion in the worship of
God, and in performing such other spiritual services as tend to [our] mutual
edification</i> (WCF 26.2).<span> </span>To leave
unnecessarily for selfish reasons is never wise.<span> </span>One of the distinguishing traits of a truly
Christian character or a genuine Christian church is loyalty.<span> </span>We serve and worship a God who promises He
will never leave us or forsake us.<span> </span>Even <i>if
we are faithless, He remains faithful</i> (2Ti 2:13).<span> </span>That kind of fidelity should be reflected in
our lives and relations.<span> </span>I do not mean we
are to be loyal at all costs, for sometimes circumstances demand decisive
action and a break with ungodly influences.<span>
</span>The formation of the PCA is a case in point.<span> </span>The churches leaving the PCUS departed
necessarily and wisely.<span> </span>But I do mean
that loyalty requires <i>kindness, humility, meekness, and patience, bearing
with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each
other… and above all these put on love, which binds everything together in
perfect harmony</i> (Col 3:12-14).<span> </span>Is it
necessary to leave the PCA?<span> </span>No.<span> </span>Is it wise to leave the PCA?<span> </span>No, because God is not calling us elsewhere
and loyalty demands that we persevere together.<span>
</span>As for me and our church, since at this time a departure is unnecessary
and unwise, we will remain gratefully within the PCA. </span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a></div>
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<b> THE CHURCH </b><b>SYLLABUS</b>
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<b>1.<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>KING AND
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<![endif]--><span style="font-size: large;">Our culture touts experience as the great standard by which life
is be guided and governed. <i>Follow
your heart</i>! <i>Go with your gut</i>! <i>If it feels good, do it</i>! The tragic consequences of this misguided philosophy
have affected all aspects of our society.
What is more sad and surprising is that this futile way of thinking has infiltrated
and influenced the church. Experience is
certainly significant, and thank God Christianity is a robustly experiential
religion. But experience must not be supreme
since we live by faith, not by sight (or experience!). </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Experience is Not Our Guide</b></span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">While promoting the joy and providing the
incentive for our faith, experience cannot function as the guide and gauge of
our faith. After all, it is difficult to
manage our feelings and almost impossible to govern our emotions. No wonder many professing Christians have
such a hard time with the trials of life!
Things outside of our control affect us in a host of ways. Many immature believers find themselves tossed
to and fro by waves of difficulty and disappointment. Carried about by every wind of doctrine they
prove themselves unskilled in the word of righteousness. With experience as their guide, their
spiritual journey follows a bumpy and unproductive route fraught with sharp
turns, wasteful digressions and troublesome setbacks. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Strength of a Christian</b></span> </span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSxYSqt_8ygF1qdfyy8M2B4ERESl2mgTCgxjKQNaw6EDJbtnNmSu_2RXxVFLUMhm4V2ct8EhTYlbx1LSg0GvzKxBVAyT4SnAYm99xt9SYlvrF_D_RyYNg6A1Fug6MbohoI-_qTxD9BjMM/s1600/bible+hands.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSxYSqt_8ygF1qdfyy8M2B4ERESl2mgTCgxjKQNaw6EDJbtnNmSu_2RXxVFLUMhm4V2ct8EhTYlbx1LSg0GvzKxBVAyT4SnAYm99xt9SYlvrF_D_RyYNg6A1Fug6MbohoI-_qTxD9BjMM/s1600/bible+hands.jpg" /></a><span style="font-size: large;">What is a Christian to do? Those whom we are to imitate (Heb 13:7) must
not only cultivate godly character but also <i>must hold firm to the
trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound
doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it</i> (Titus 1:9). In other words, a mark of maturity, strength
and wisdom is a man’s hold on the word. Has
he been taught the true faith? Can he
give instruction in sound doctrine? Can
he rebuke those who contradict? The
church needs godly officers, men of stable Christian character, who adhere
unwaveringly to <i>the teaching</i> of Christ.
They will model the Christian life for the rest of us. In spite of feelings or circumstances, both
of which can be deceptive and discouraging, an elder must <i>hold firm to the
trustworthy word as taught</i>. Herein
lies the strength of a Christian, and humanly speaking, the strength of a
church. We are not referring to first
century Pharisaism which idolized Scripture to the exclusion of Christ (Jn
5:39). We are referring to the means by
which a believer is to be gladdened, guided and governed. Experience is important, for we are called to
<i>taste and see that the Lord is good</i> (Ps 34:8). Let us avoid becoming Stoics! But if our experience of Christ is to be
pleasing to Him and profitable to us, it must be grounded upon and guided by
and governed according to <i>the trustworthy word</i>. They revive the soul, make wise the simple,
rejoice the heart and enlighten the eyes (Ps 19:7-8). The Scriptures are <i>more to be desired than
gold</i> and <i>sweeter also than honey</i> (Ps 19:10).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Near the end of his last epistle Paul gives Timothy a solemn
exhortation in the most awe inspiring language.
<i>I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to
judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the
word…</i> (2Tim 4:1-2). As someone
wisely said, matters of the greatest import must be pressed with the greatest
vehemence. Paul does not call upon the
Almighty Judge, refer to His Parousia and mention His Kingdom unless the matter
in question is of the utmost significance.
<i>Preach the word</i>! This must
be for Timothy a top priority. As a
minister of the gospel he <i>must</i> proclaim the gospel. It is a non-negotiable. Of course Paul is not saying Timothy has
nothing else to do, though some ministers appear to interpret the command this
way. Rather, Timothy must make preaching
his top priority. His grand and glorious
business as a faithful steward must be the proclamation of Christ. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Israel’s failure in this regard led to a
severe rebuke. <i>My people are
destroyed for lack of knowledge… a
people without understanding shall come to ruin… For the spirit of whoredom is within them,
and they know not the Lord</i> (Hos 4:6, 14; 5:4). The Hebrew heralds had not fulfilled their
commission. Israel lacked knowledge and
understanding. John says, <i>Everyone
who goes on ahead and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have
God. Whoever abides in the teaching has both the Father and the Son </i>(2Jn
9). The teaching is crucial to salvation. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Appointed Heralds </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yes, it is humbling to hear the gospel from
mere <i>jars of clay</i> (2Cor 4:7) just as it was humbling for Namaan to deal
with a servant and wash in the Jordan (2Kgs 5:9-12). But in either case, there is no healing apart
from the appointed means. God’s power is
<i>made perfect in weakness</i> (2Cor 12:9).
Would we refuse to quench our thirst if the water was provided in a
styrofoam cup? It pleases God to offer
salvation through good news proclaimed by fallible men. Who are we to argue? Praise Him for appointing heralds who can
sympathize with us in our miseries. Petition
Him to appoint heralds who will not shirk their duty and above all things will<a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a> <i>preach the word</i>!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">David spares no praise for the Scriptures.<span> </span><i>More to
be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and
drippings of the honeycomb</i> (Ps 19:10).<span>
</span>Solomon spares no expense for them.<span>
</span>He prefers them to silver, gold, jewels and any other desirable thing
(Prv 8:10-11).<span> </span>Thus he exhorts, <i>Buy truth, and do not sell it; buy wisdom,
instruction, and understanding</i> (Prv 23:23).<span>
</span>Paul spares no admiration for them.<span>
</span>They are <i>sacred writings, which
are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus</i> (2Tim
3:15).<span> </span>He refers to <i>writings</i>, ancient script written centuries ago by devout Jewish
men. <span> </span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Wise for Salvation</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Unlike the rest of the world’s
literature, these writings are uniquely <i>sacred</i>.<span> </span>They reveal what holy, promote what is holy, originate
from Him who is holy and oppose whatever is unholy.<span> </span>They are <i>the
oracles of God</i> (Rom 3:2).<span> </span>Perhaps
most importantly the Holy Spirit uses these <i>sacred writings</i> instrumentally
in His work of convicting, converting and comforting the heirs of salvation.<span> </span>This is what Paul means when he says they
make one <i>wise for salvation</i>! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Nothing Compares to the Bible</b></span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">No other book can lay claim to such an
eternally significant purpose.<span> </span>No other
writing can boast of such relevance and import.<span>
</span>No other so-called oracle can compare with Scripture.<span> </span>The eternal destiny of souls depends in part
upon the truth revealed in its pages.<span>
</span>Let us therefore follow the example of <a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a>true worthies
in sparing no praise, no expense and no admiration for the <i>sacred writings</i>.<span> </span>They bear
witness about the greatest treasure of all, Jesus Christ (Jn 5:39).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Cutting Straight </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Many believe 2Timothy was the last epistle Paul wrote. Abandoned by friends and suffering in a Roman
prison he was conveying some final thoughts to his young protégé Timothy. The apostle offered inspired guidance to this
youthful presbyter concerning one’s personal conduct and public ministry. A good soldier of Christ finds spiritual
strength by the gospel of grace in Christ and seeks to disciple others to do
the same (2Tim 2:1-2). Temptations to deviate
from the course abound, even imprisonment and martyrdom, but the good officer
stays the course. </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">What's a minister to do?</span></b></span> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">If as <i>a worker</i> (a minister or teacher) he strives
to avoid shame and seeks the approval of God, he must do his best to rightly
handle <i>the word of truth</i> (2Tim 2:15).
Literally the minister must <i>be eager</i> and <i>do his utmost</i> to <i>cut straight</i>
in handling truth. An approved,
unashamed workman in God’s household does not deviate from inspired
revelation. Is this all he does? Absolutely not. He is not a mere intellectual or
academic. He may not cloister himself
among his books and neglect the needs of his flock. Indeed, he has many responsibilities. Peter sums it up by saying he must shepherd
the flock of God exercising oversight willingly, eagerly and exemplarily (1Pt
5:2-3). Like all Christians an officer
must strive in every area to be Christ-like, but uniquely he must do this as a
public person. Expressions of faith,
displays of hope and demonstrations of love should characterize his personal
and public testimony. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Rightly Handling God’s Word</b></span><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2zfLbjAFecmlL6MBA8V6pya3BLJnfKYEI36Ns51Ab1hYAa8lkIRs7F7FDtU64IzD1Sjg0tr1DAOBeieTEtI7Hq58eH1Q5D-WgORf95Of7Jq6fNWVjOvkjYe5g3sVf-ocf5eSAPrp6_3c/s1600/preaching_ex.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2zfLbjAFecmlL6MBA8V6pya3BLJnfKYEI36Ns51Ab1hYAa8lkIRs7F7FDtU64IzD1Sjg0tr1DAOBeieTEtI7Hq58eH1Q5D-WgORf95Of7Jq6fNWVjOvkjYe5g3sVf-ocf5eSAPrp6_3c/s1600/preaching_ex.jpg" /></a><span style="font-size: large;">Paul certainly
does not restrict the minister’s duty to preaching and teaching. But he does identify this as <i>the primary focus</i> of his ministry. He points out that rightly handling God’s
word is that to which he must commit himself with untiring devotion. An approved workman is one who skillfully
cuts straight when handling truth. Like
a master butcher dexterously wielding his knife to gain the best cut, a
minister must skillfully handle the sword of the Spirit so he may wisely and
faithfully feed the sheep. James says <i>the wisdom from above is first pure</i> and
only <i>then peaceable, gentle, open to
reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere</i> (Jas 3:17). Hence, the minister must devote himself to rightly
handling God’s word so that the wonderful blessings of unity, security and
fellowship may be enjoyed by a well-fed congregation. Paul’s point is a matter of emphasis, not
exclusion. The preaching of, teaching
from and counseling by the Scriptures is the root from which so many good and
pleasant fruits will grow. We do not
neglect the fruits by any means, but we will not enjoy them either without a
healthy root. Sadly, many modern
ministers focus so intently on the fruits that they neglect the root. As a result we find churches in which the
Word is not central, preaching is not esteemed and orthodoxy is not safeguarded. Their unenviable condition leaves them
vulnerable to the <i>gangrene</i> of <i>irreverent babble</i> leading them to <i>ruin</i> and <i>ungodliness</i> (2Tim 2:14-17). This
occurs because they have become like those who <i>swerved from the truth</i> (2Tim 2:18).
May the Lord Jesus by His Spirit keep us from deviating from Scripture
and enable us to cut straight in handling the word of truth!</span></div>
Man Fisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01091446833758947364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-73351408440401079222013-11-11T06:33:00.000-05:002013-11-11T21:14:28.417-05:00Public Ministry<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW3CrbWib6x2N1igpj2LgnJ79Kw2-tJYAuBu9USGncDZulHa74ZuNetOrCAbKqftj2O4tDi4zG-FsoFKljAoHagFpn7eOdPUZtpNTFYHO5WZzc6UQjjPW4tsFAD5XPaDmHUz7s-LQeHuw/s1600/scottish+ordination.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="247" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW3CrbWib6x2N1igpj2LgnJ79Kw2-tJYAuBu9USGncDZulHa74ZuNetOrCAbKqftj2O4tDi4zG-FsoFKljAoHagFpn7eOdPUZtpNTFYHO5WZzc6UQjjPW4tsFAD5XPaDmHUz7s-LQeHuw/s320/scottish+ordination.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: large;">What is a minister to do?
The average pulpit committee sets forth an elaborate job description
that even the most talented man finds difficult to fulfill. Cultural influences help shape the
expectations so that the list includes responsibilities for which Timothy
himself would have been utterly ill-equipped.
Thankfully the apostle Paul established a job description of his
own. <i>Devote
yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching</i>
(1Tim 4:13). This is simple,
straightforward and to the point. It is
ministry for which Timothy was gifted by the Spirit and to which he was ordained
by the church (1Tim 4:14). Such public
ministry may not be imaginative or flashy, but neither are the ordinary meals consumed
three times a day. Yet just as the body
is nourished by regular food consumption so the soul is nourished by consistent
Word intake. Neither process is
complicated. Prepare and serve the
food! The minister is to <i>practice these things</i>, indeed, to <i>immerse</i> himself <i>in them</i> (1Tim 4:15). How
many modern ministry profiles would establish <i>that</i> as the primary criteria for candidates? The Lord Jesus taught that a minister must be
a faithful and wise steward who <i>gives
them their food at the proper time</i> (Matt 24:45). To use modern jargon, the Spirit is
advocating a “means of grace ministry.”
That is, a ministry devoted to the ordinary means of grace, or those
divinely-appointed ordinances by means of which Christians grow in grace and
sanctification, such as the reading, preaching and teaching of God’s word. Perhaps most revealing is how Paul caps off this
particular portion of instruction: <i>Keep a close watch on yourself and on the
teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your
hearers</i> (1Tim 4:16). Notice, steady
devotion to this kind of ministry will not necessarily delight or amuse or
entertain one’s hearers. It will SAVE
them! What?! Did he really say SAVE them? Many might feel a bit uncomfortable with that
language, especially because we know salvation is from the Lord. But God works through means and appoints His agents. He will apply the great salvation
accomplished by Christ to His people through the faithful, wise and ordinary reading,
preaching and teaching of His word. Only
our glorious God could and would accomplish His purpose through cracked jars of
clay. May He raise up men who will feed
His sheep at the proper time!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">As Paul advises his young protégé he points to the goal of
love (1Tim 1:5).<span> </span>The problem in Ephesus arose
from some who were espousing different doctrines and devoting themselves to
speculative myths and intricate genealogies.<span>
</span>Timothy must charge them to desist from such unfruitful endeavors and
turn their attention to <i>the stewardship
from God that is by faith</i> (1Tim 1:4).<span>
</span>It is a reference to the good news of Christ.<span> </span>This gospel is the instrument by which the
Holy Spirit will cultivate in our hearts the virtue of love.<span> </span>As Jesus Himself said, we are sanctified <i>in the truth</i> (Jn 17:17).<span> </span>As the gospel is more clearly understood,
more tightly embraced and more consistently followed, the necessary conditions for
love will emerge, namely <i>a pure heart and
a good conscience and a sincere faith</i>.<span>
</span>This triad is the fountain from which true charity will flow.<span> </span>Christian love can only radiate from a heart that
is purified by hope in Christ (1Jn 3:3), a conscience cleansed from works that
are dead (Heb 9:14) and a faith tested and confirmed by a credible profession
(1Cor 11:19).<span> </span>Since this triumvirate is
cultivated by the gospel of Christ, how important is it to give pride of place
to the gospel?<span> </span>How important is it to
clearly understand the gospel?<span> </span>If it is
something <i>into which angels long to look</i>
(1Pet 1:12), should we not take time to look and look again?<span> </span>The goal will not be reached by slick
gimmicks or novel techniques, but by a steady devotion to the gospel of
Christ.<span> </span>Our mission as a church is <i>to exalt, proclaim and treasure Jesus Christ
so that He may have devoted followers throughout the world</i>. <span> </span>Insofar as we are consistent with that terse mission
statement, the threefold fountain from which true love flows will enable us to
bring glory to our Redeemer King.</span></div>
Man Fisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01091446833758947364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-32343902377267140702013-10-24T05:56:00.000-04:002013-10-24T19:43:46.830-04:00Disassociation<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Spirit gave instructions regarding church members who
refuse to obey the word of the Lord. Apparently
this was a problem in Thessalonica (2Thess 3:14-15). In such a case, we have four
obligations. First we <i>take note</i> of that person. The verb is related to the noun <i>sign</i>, <i>mark</i> or <i>token</i>. Obviously it means more than just making a
mental note. As Robertson puts it, we
are to <i>put a </i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3152sJnYmfEetv6B6Yiq6980Yda_wtRDT22Jp5wQosX_nDvPoKyBOWS0MDrJ-QGhSju_HTgZEYT_Zr1h8Ut8sBw8nPLchZMEYwM87Z0CPGRWR0AcNiXiiGzr4_hemPp0aDWikxekm9v8/s1600/bible-2thessalonians.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3152sJnYmfEetv6B6Yiq6980Yda_wtRDT22Jp5wQosX_nDvPoKyBOWS0MDrJ-QGhSju_HTgZEYT_Zr1h8Ut8sBw8nPLchZMEYwM87Z0CPGRWR0AcNiXiiGzr4_hemPp0aDWikxekm9v8/s320/bible-2thessalonians.jpg" width="320" /></a>tag on that man</i>! Somehow as Christians and as the church we
are to identify him publicly so that others are made aware. This contributes to the shame he must feel as
a result of this procedure. Second, Paul
says we must <i>have nothing to do with him</i>. Literally it means do not mix up together
with him. We are not to keep company
with him or associate with him. Yet the
end of the verse requires us to regard him as a brother. So shunning must not be intended. We are not permitted to completely ostracize a
Christian brother. Rather, this must
refer to some intermediate sanction between full fledged fellowship and
complete banishment. Certainly it
includes suspension from the Lord’s Supper which is the public, visible sign of
Christian fellowship. The offending
brother is barred from this sacrament in order to be ashamed. That also serves as a public tag. Most likely this also means that our social
interactions with him are curtailed. For
example, we would not enjoy a meal with him while he is in this condition in
the same way we would if he were striving to obey the Lord. Any social interaction with him would be for
the express purpose of calling him to repentance. Third, the apostle demands
that we <i>not regard him as an enemy</i>. Paul knows our innate tendency toward judgmentalism,
bitterness and resentment. We are likely
to overstep our boundary and go beyond the biblical injunction. Do not view him as an enemy, but as an erring
brother. Fourth, we must <i>warn him as a brother</i>. <i>Not an
enemy… as a brother</i>. The distinction is clear. He remains within the fold. He is entitled to loving discipline. We do not give up on him. This seems to cement the notion that Paul is
referring primarily to church discipline.
Notice how <i>shame</i> is an
instrument of restoration! We all know
what powerful motivation it provides. The
confluence of God’s law and human conscience exerts a mighty influence upon the
individual soul, so mighty that most people cannot stand it. <i>A
crushed spirit who can bear</i>? (Prv 18:14)
God will use it as an instrument of discipline in guiding His beloved
and erring children. These four
obligations are difficult to fulfill. If
followed they create tension. People feel
awkward. Feelings may be hurt. Shame is brought to bear. But this is the teaching of holy Scripture. We do well to heed the instruction of
infinite wisdom lest we too require the painful influence of shame.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Man Fisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01091446833758947364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-72879365423398592312013-10-23T09:20:00.000-04:002013-10-24T19:42:14.889-04:00Word and Spirit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">Paul refers to <i>the</i>
Apostasy and <i>the</i> Man of Lawlessness
who is <i>the</i> Son of Destruction (2Thess
2:3). The definite articles give a
unique specificity to his expectation.
These are not vague, undefined expressions of wickedness. One might say they are summations of it. All the strands of earthly evil can be
gathered up and bound together in what seems to be an ultimate expression of
sin. Something or someone restrains it
for now (2Thess 2:6), but when that restraint is removed, all the forces of hell
will break loose (2Thess 2:7-8). Yet
Jesus reigns supreme. He will simply
slay this devil <i>with the breath of His
mouth</i>. Sadly, those who are
perishing will be deceived by the accompanying false signs and wonders
primarily because <i>they refused to love
the truth </i>and<i> had pleasure in
unrighteousness </i>(2Thess 2:10, 12). How
different were the believing Thessalonians!
Paul identifies them as the godly antithesis since they were being saved <i>through sanctification by the Spirit and
belief in the truth</i> (2Thess 2:13). Those
perishing hate the truth while believers love it. Those perishing delight in unrighteousness
while believers turn away from it. Those
glorious means by which the salvation accomplished by Christ was applied to believers
were God’s word and Spirit. Nothing less
could rescue weak lambs from the mighty jaws of wickedness and corruption, or <i>the mystery of lawlessness</i>. Why mysterious? Partly because of its insidious and deceitful
nature. We are no match for it. But thanks be to God! His Word shall accomplish His purpose and
succeed in the thing for which He sends it (Isa 55:11) and His Spirit can and
will sanctify with invincible power. While
our enemies are formidable, our temptations strong and our flesh weak, we have
no reason to fear. The Lord Jesus cannot
be denied His offspring (Isa 53:10) whom He will certainly deliver <i>from the present evil age, according to the
will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen</i>
(Gal 1:4-5).</span><o:p></o:p></span>Man Fisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01091446833758947364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-83623899410430399052013-10-22T06:12:00.002-04:002013-10-24T19:34:59.482-04:00Evidence of Righteous Judgment<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2sMvCsba7S5yQHUjnQtsd-ms0gHDYYWCtEmAbP0-z7IBZhquuTQ5nNmYDSmyLrd6VzNq-0wGDDsFE35minq3p9Dnv1WlSh7B0H5Kn1PnoD-5JcQK4CemEniUw7KnfJHUpXDGx8jOTiro/s1600/biblestudyGod%2527sWord.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2sMvCsba7S5yQHUjnQtsd-ms0gHDYYWCtEmAbP0-z7IBZhquuTQ5nNmYDSmyLrd6VzNq-0wGDDsFE35minq3p9Dnv1WlSh7B0H5Kn1PnoD-5JcQK4CemEniUw7KnfJHUpXDGx8jOTiro/s320/biblestudyGod%2527sWord.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">The saying is true, things are not always as they seem. Consider for example Paul’s statement regarding
the Thessalonians’ suffering. Their endurance
through persecutions and afflictions is <i>evidence
of the righteous judgment of God</i> (2Ths 1:4-5). Who would ever believe that if the Spirit had
not revealed it? Would any of us
consider public reproach, plundering of property, physical abuse and even death
the proof that our Father is judging righteously? To the eye of sense that seems absurd. But to the eye of faith it is gospel truth. As the apostle says elsewhere to the
Philippians, <i>This is a clear sign to them
of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God</i> (Php 1:28). As the Christian suffers the indignity and
pain of persecution at the hands of malicious evildoers, it is a sign of <i>their</i> destruction and <i>his</i> salvation! It is evidence of <i>righteous</i> judgment! What
strange irony. In the midst of such
hardship it requires a childlike trust in the wisdom and fidelity of our
gracious God to think like that. But
then His kingdom is very different from the kingdoms of this world. Indeed, it is <i>otherworldly</i>. Its means and
ends and principles are vastly different, even diametrically opposed to those
of mere earthly realms. So this should
not surprise us. It is a wonderful
paradox characterizing the experience of Christians as we live in a fallen
world and make our pilgrimage heavenward.
Things are <i>not</i> as they
seem! In the midst of affliction and
persecution, suffering and weakness the church is growing, advancing, and glorifying
God through faith in the crucified Christ.
It makes no sense to fleshly reason, but to the sanctified mind it makes
perfect sense. Scripture teaches us how
it is in perfect accord with the infallible plan of God. Our Lord Jesus has overcome Satan and always
overrules his schemes. By His death Christ
has removed the evil of afflictions so that <i>all</i>
of them without exception only serve the great cause of our salvation. Are you enduring some form of persecution or
hardship at the hands of evildoers? It
is <i>evidence</i> of God’s righteous
judgment! It is a <i>sign</i> of your salvation! It is
<i>proof</i> that God considers you worthy
of His kingdom through our great Redeemer King, even Jesus Christ.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Spirit enjoins us to <i>esteem
very highly</i> those who labor among us, give admonishment to us and are over
us in the Lord (1Ths 5:12-13). Presumably
Paul is referring to those who labor in the word and prayer (Acts 6:4), who
exercise spiritual oversight as shepherds (1Pet 5:2) and who handle the keys of
the kingdom in administering spiritual discipline (Mt 16:19; 18:17-18). As Christians we are to esteem or respect them
<i>beyond all measure</i>. Paul’s word of choice comes with that nuance. How incredibly counter-cultural! Modern man loathes giving anyone high
esteem. Indeed, love has grown cold. He prefers to despise and criticize rather than
defer and venerate. His pride suffers
and his fury flares up if he encounters superiority of any kind, whether in age,
gifts or office. We are all equals, he
thinks. We are all experts in every
field. Google levels the playing field
and no one is worthy of special regard. No
one deserves particular esteem, especially that which is <i>beyond all measure</i>! But
Christians know better and must esteem very highly those whom God appoints to feed,
care for and discipline the flock. If
actually practiced, this discipline of esteeming godly leadership is a
tremendous gospel witness to a cynical, loveless, egalitarianistic culture! But there are two caveats. First, we must render such deference <i>because of their work</i> (1Ths 5:13). The kind of esteem of which Paul speaks is
not conditioned on style or personality.
We do not render it because of beauty, eloquence or popularity. Nor do we withhold such unique, public regard
because of personal quirks or idiosyncrasies.
Second, those held in such high esteem must strive to do this work. No one is entitled to it on any other basis. This is difficult work! Few actually strive to perform it, or at
least to perform it well. Of course no
one is adequate for it and God’s gracious power is evident in our
weakness. But if leaders expect to be esteemed,
they must endeavor to fulfill the duties.
If they labor in this spiritual work for the glory of Christ and the
benefit of the church, they are worthy of esteem. But no leader should expect such lofty regard
from the saints because of business success, athletic prowess, personal
charisma or physical appearance. Ultimately,
it is the Spirit of Christ at work in both leadership and membership that brings
to fruition such a display of true spiritual oversight and affectionate deference. He does so that Jesus Christ may be exalted,
proclaimed and treasured by God’s people.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: large;">Paul says that at some point in the past, the ancient past,
even before time began, the everlasting God appointed us to obtain salvation
through our Lord Jesus Christ (1Ths 5:9).
He who framed the universe and set the ocean boundaries ordained this
great salvation in the far reaches of eternity for His children. Right up front the apostle rejects the devilish
lie that God is harsh and uncaring. Emphatically
Paul declares that God did not destine us for wrath! Long before we drew our first breath the
Ancient of Days had our eternal well-being in view, even long before the
mountains were formed. His plan was to
accomplish this salvation through Christ who had been beside Him like a master
workman, daily His delight, always rejoicing before Him in the inhabited world
and the children of man (Prv 8:30-31).
Wisdom Himself, the eternal Son of God, eagerly awaited the fullness of
time when He would fulfill His Father’s purpose in dying on behalf of beloved
sinners. That is why we will live (1Ths
5:10). We will not perish but live! Whether Jesus returns before or after we lay
down in the dust, we will live with Him in unimaginable, never-ending glory. This is the future destiny of believers. Quite apart from ourselves there was Another,
the great God who abounds in steadfast love, who decreed our salvation from before
the foundation of the world. What a
joyful, heart-warming truth! The prize
is won. Heaven awaits. Our King will come. Let us rejoice.</span></div>
Man Fisherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01091446833758947364noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-71810078043174958992013-09-07T11:19:00.000-04:002013-09-07T11:21:04.255-04:00 Men's Fellowship at Redeemer Church 21 September 2013<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">We plan to kick off the Men's Fellowship this year on Saturday, 21
September at 8:00am with a special guest. Jim Seamons was a WWII bomber
pilot who flew 30 missions before being shot down over Belgium. Back
in the USA he married, raised a family, worked and served as a lay
preacher in the Reformed Episcopal church. Jim will be discussing his
varied experiences and his vibrant faith in Christ as we enjoy a
continental breakfast together. All are welcome to this special event.
Please save the date!</span><br />
<br />Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-12791588255580591012013-08-21T05:39:00.002-04:002013-09-07T11:05:20.116-04:00Book Review: "A Little Book for New Theologians: Why and How to Study Theology." By Kelly M. Kapic<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>A Little Book for New
Theologians: Why and How to Study Theology</i>. By Kelly M. Kapic. Downers
Grove, Illinois: IVP Academic, 2012. 126 pages. ISBN 978-0-8308-3975-9. $8.00.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: large;"><u>Summary</u>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With
this excellent little book Dr. Kapic helps his readers avoid the strong
dichotomies of what he calls theological detachment, “a view which produces a
divide between spirituality and theology, between life and thought, between
faith and agency.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The opening three
chapters comprising the first of two parts seek to answer the question, “Why
study Theology?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In his response Dr.
Kapic asserts that our notions about God powerfully influence our identity,
affect our lives and give shape to our worship.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Eighteen years of pastoral ministry in a Presbyterian church have
confirmed for me the importance and challenge of this truth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The challenge comes, as Dr. Kapic notes, from
indwelling sin and the human penchant for self-absorption.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This makes forging good theology difficult.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The importance lies in its power to affect
our faith.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Insofar as our theology is
unsound, our enjoyment of God will be diminished, for we all were created to
“reflect his glory and bask in his love.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Hence we must learn the song of God’s redemption as His Spirit reveals
the word to our minds and seals the word to our hearts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is anything but a dry and dreary
exercise, and one can imagine the sparkle in Dr. Kapic’s eye as he writes, “we
are on an adventure.” <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yes, and God calls
us “to come, to gaze at Christ, to hear his word and to respond in faith and
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: large;">Part Two consists of seven chapters and delves into the
characteristics of faithful theology and theologians.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This discussion is germane to all who speak
of God because “whenever we speak about God we are engaged in theology.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here Dr. Kapic stresses the inseparability of
one’s life and theology.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a
“practical science” in which we are not neutral observers but fully engaged
pursuers “who wrestle and rest in the God who has made himself known.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In a culture satiated with rampant hypocrisy
and empty promises it is refreshing to hear him say that ours must be <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">lived</i> theology.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How sorely we moderns need to grasp this
point!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The theologian is one “who freely
soaks in the love of the Father and the grace of the Son and finds renewal in
the strong fellowship of the Spirit.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
refusal to divorce theological considerations from practical human application is
what Dr. Kapic calls an “anthroposensitive theology.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: large;">Six traits of a good theologian are highlighted.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First, one must exercise “faithful reason” or
a reasoning from God’s revelation that is full of faith.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A good theologian resists emotionalism on the
one hand with his reason and guards against rationalism on the other hand with
his faith.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Second, he must be committed
to prayer since God is not the mere object of study but the Lord he worships.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Only by prayer may we avoid making our faith
“something we discuss rather than something that moves us.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Third, a good theologian must be humble and penitent.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pride sounds the death knell of good
theology.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As finite and fallen
creatures, we are sinners who live before One who is infinitely greater than ourselves
and we depend completely on His grace and stand in need of the wisdom and
insight of others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: large;">Fourth, a good theologian must be compassionate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He knows “that God’s glory is gracious and
that his grace is glorious,” and this leads to a “public theology” that is sympathetic
toward and concerned for the vulnerable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Fifth, a good theologian seeks the counsel of saints both past and present.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“The Spirit guides the church as a body and
not just a collection of assorted individuals.” Consequently Dr. Kapic underscores
the benefit of engaging with tradition and locates himself among the
Reformed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But he quickly adds that our
final authority is God speaking in and through the Scriptures.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Our worship,” he says, “is not a solo but a
chorus of praise.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Finally, echoing the
Psalmist he says a good theologian must love the Scriptures.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“Oh how I love your law!” (Psalm
119:97).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The self-revelation of God in
the Bible is the means by which He forms His church and shapes our
worship.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Indeed, it is in Scripture that
“we feel the warmth of his breath” having our memories stimulated, our hearts
enlivened, our souls comforted and our affections drawn to Christ.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;"><u>Evaluation</u>:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
is an excellent, well-written little book.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>One must not be fooled by its brevity and simplicity into thinking it is
insignificant or trivial.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Part of its
value lies in its accessibility to all Christians.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The book is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">little</i> for good reason.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As a
primer for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">new</i> theologians it is not
likely to intimidate or overburden them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is not meant for extended theological study or a full scale
examination of doctrine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The “full
course meal” will likely follow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This little
book is meant to whet the theological appetite and prepare the aspiring soul,
and in both goals it succeeds.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The book’s
content is concise but its wisdom is deep.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Dr. Kapic’s straightforward presentation offers profound truths and
practical wisdom in a pleasant and irenic style.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is said that great beauty is often most
appreciated through simplicity and candor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Of this Dr. Kapic’s book is a good example.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The material itself is biblical and sound,
the style direct and fluid, the spirit gracious and affable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I warmly recommend it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This book was provided free from IVP Academic
with my promise to post an unbiased review.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-42916441888226630722013-08-02T15:58:00.000-04:002013-08-02T15:58:00.473-04:00Evangelism<span style="font-size: large;">This week Elder Van Drunen walks us through the Evangelism chapter of Whitney's book, "Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life."</span><br />
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Reformed Renegadehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04649738389237095011noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3530955254651665261.post-47923773901923214512013-07-31T16:23:00.000-04:002013-07-31T16:23:00.727-04:00The Light That Leads<span style="font-size: large;">Elder Van Drunen brought us the evening message this week. Be blessed.</span><br />
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