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Thoughts from a New Father (Part 4)…
A subtitle for this post could be “Placing the certain joys of today over the hypothetical “what ifs” of tomorrow”. Paul, as he was encouraging Timothy in his final letter, reminded Timothy that “…God gave us a spirit not of … Continue reading
Posted in Desiring God, God's Sovereignty, Life Events
Tagged baby, Joy, Special Moments, Trust
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Thoughts from a New Father (Part 3)…
Helplessness. Now, that word isn’t exactly the type of word that fills the soul with warm and fuzzy feelings. And one might ask “you’re writing a post about your brand new baby girl….and you’re gonna bring us down by talking … Continue reading
Posted in Desiring God, God's Sovereignty, Life Events
Tagged baby, God, God's Sovereignty, Helplessness, Infant, Parents, Religion & Spirituality, Trust
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Of Cars and Cares…
I believe that there are only a few people (though I know of at least one) who actually enjoy the process of shopping for another vehicle, especially the part of that process that involves the sales rep trying to make … Continue reading
Just can’t say it any better…
Studying for an ordination is a truly great experience. To be able to spend hour upon hour immersed in the character and essence of God leaves one in awe and wonder. Next Thursday my ordination council takes place, and shortly … Continue reading
Book Review…
Or perhaps I should say “Booklet Review.” Whilst enjoying a week at The Wilds Christian Camp I noticed that my wife had brought along the book “What is a True Calvinist?” by Philip Graham Ryken. Having finished up my ordination … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, God's Sovereignty
Tagged book review, Calvinism, doctrine, Doctrines of Grace, Philip Ryken, Reformed
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Happy New…
January, a new month and a new year. We are only six days into 2009 and already thousands of new lives have been brought into the world, including Natalia, the first baby of a good friend of mine. This is … Continue reading
Posted in God's Sovereignty, Quotes
Tagged 2009, Calamity, God, John Piper, New Year, Sin, Soveriegnty, Spectacular Sins, worldviews
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Who Limits Atonement?
Due to one arm still being in a sling, though with new shiny titanium parts, I’m still not able to update as I like, but with the assistance of my dear wife who is typing this for me I’d like … Continue reading
Posted in C.H. Spurgeon, God's Sovereignty, Quotes
Tagged C. H. Spurgeon, Calvinism, Limited Atonement
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On a “Political” note…
The conventions are over! In the first convention the candidate laid forth how he was an agent of change! The speech revolved around him and what he would do. In the second convention, the candidate also explained what he would … Continue reading
Posted in God's Sovereignty, Scripture Meditations
Tagged Christianity, God's Power, Politics, Psalm 62
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Sun, Sand, Surf and Sovereignty…
Today is day 3 of a week of vacation with long time friends from Pennsylvania. They, along with their almost 3 year old boy, have been a privilege to relax with as we spend time on the beach, playing games … Continue reading
Make a joyful shout…
“Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth! Sing the honor of His name; make His praise glorious!” So begins Psalm 66, a song dedicated to praising God for His awesome works. In fact the writer states in verse … Continue reading
Posted in God's Sovereignty, Scripture Meditations
Tagged Awesome, God, Psalm 66, Psalms, Scripture Meditations, Theology
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