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Gathering Grapes: An Encouragement to Congregations to Study John Owen – Banner of Truth USA
In the last few months, the church I serve has been working through the updated version of Eshcol, John Owen’s little treatment on church life now entitled Duties of Christian Fellowship: A Manual for Church Members. The volume is divided into two main sections.
John Wesley's Happy Day – Banner of Truth USA
Today, May 24th, marks the 285th anniversary of John Wesley’s ‘Happy Day’. Bob Thomas explains the significance of this event.
God: A Soul-Satisfying Portion – Banner of Truth USA
A meditation from Thomas Brooks on the soul-satisfaction which God alone provides.
The God Who Hides Himself – Banner of Truth USA
The life of faith is rarely straightforward and uncomplicated. Every moment of every day we have to contend with ‘the world, the flesh and the devil.’ Added to this triumvirate of enemies, there is the reality that our circumstances often seem in opposition to God’s promises.
Holy FOMO? - Banner of Truth USA
It seems as if a lot of people are heading to Asbury. I have not been to Asbury.
On Eagles' Wings - Banner of Truth USA
In Exodus 19:4 God says that he bore his people on eagles’ wings. What does that mean?
A Pastoral Mistake - Banner of Truth USA
Jeremy Walker describes how easy it can be to forget the practices which anchor our ministries in the word of God.
O Little Town of Bethlehem - Banner of Truth USA
Why was Jesus born in Bethlehem? One answer is because it was prophesied in Micah 5:2 and Scripture had to be fulfilled.
Christmas, a Time to Be... - Banner of Truth USA
The story begins like this: on the night that Jesus was born certain shepherds were out in the field, keeping watch over their flock. It was to them first of all that the news of his birth was broken.
What Can We Learn from John Knox? - Banner of Truth USA
If it were to be asked what is the recurring theme in Knox’s words and writings the answer is perhaps a surprising one. Sometimes he could be severe, and sometimes extreme.
Reformed, But Ever Reforming - Banner of Truth USA
It is rather audacious to claim that we are reformed. It can also be misleading when we call ourselves Reformed Churches.
The Worshipper - Banner of Truth USA
He is a worshipper. His life revolves around his worship.
The Personality of the Holy Spirit: C.H. Spurgeon Sermon - Banner of Truth USA
The following sermon, published as ‘The Personality of the Holy Ghost’, was delivered on Sabbath morning, January 21, 1855, by the Rev. C.H. Spurgeon, at New Park Street Chapel, Southwark.
John Owen on Conversion - Banner of Truth USA
With the help of John Owen, Sinclair Ferguson explains the nature and need for true conversion
A Christian Manifesto Revisited: Bradley Green - Banner of Truth USA
Francis Schaeffer's A Christian Manifesto is worth revisiting and reconsidering in the light of the challenges facing the Church of today.
A Voice for Truth in Kirk and Nation: Remembering Kenneth MacRae - Banner of Truth USA
John J. Murray remembers Kenneth MacRae, a faithful Scottish preacher and pastor who championed the gospel in challenging times ...
The Greatest Story Ever Told - Banner of Truth USA
In Exodus 18 Moses spends a whole chapter on his father-in-law Jethro. I think it’s safe to assume that Moses didn’t promise to give him a prominent spot in his book in order to win brownie points with the in-laws!
The Lord has Given You the. . . - Banner of Truth USA
Do you find yourself constantly surprised by the things that God says are important as you read through Scripture? I found this, yet again, just a couple of weeks ago when I came to preach on Exodus 16 and was confronted by a whole chapter about manna.
Why is There No Wrestling? - Banner of Truth USA
It is a question worth pondering as to whether there is much serious prayer being offered up in our busy age.
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse - Banner of Truth USA
In the book of Revelation the apostle John is taken up through an open door into the throne room of the whole universe. We watch through his eyes as the Lord Jesus appears before the throne of God and takes a scroll from the right hand of God.