I have started a new blog which will exclusively focus on the writings of John Owen, my favorite theologian. Why am I doing this? From the… Read more “The Essential Owen”
Month: December 2010
“And the soul that has truly believed on Christ will always be examining the reality of its union to Him”
The excerpts below are from a sermon preached by Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1813-1843, this man was only 29 when he went home to be with the Lord)… Read more ““And the soul that has truly believed on Christ will always be examining the reality of its union to Him””
Empty Professions?
“We all profess that we are bound for heaven, immortality, glory; but is it any evidence we really design it, if all our thoughts are consumed about… Read more “Empty Professions?”
What Is It To Live By Faith?
Just read this today. This is from a sermon entitled Of Living By Faith by the Puritan David Clarkson. The text he uses, as you may have guessed… Read more “What Is It To Live By Faith?”
The Flower of Glory
If you do not read this whole post, please, at least read the last paragraph. I just received The Works of David Clarkson and already, I wish… Read more “The Flower of Glory”
A Saviour Is Born, A Way of Escape Is Provided
“….when the angels came to bring the news of the birth of our Lord Jesus, they say, “We bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall… Read more “A Saviour Is Born, A Way of Escape Is Provided”
Morality Not Founded In Utility
Below is a conversation had by Andrew Fuller (F), and an unnamed friend (C). The topic of discussion is whether or not morality is simply a device… Read more “Morality Not Founded In Utility”
A Proof of Our Depravity
John Newton (1725-1807) raises a good point about our misplaced affection for the judgement of man over the judgement of God. “With respect to our sins being… Read more “A Proof of Our Depravity”
A Right Perspective Of The Nativity
Richard Sibbes on the nativity… We must have interest in Christ. We must be ‘bone of his bone, and flesh of his flesh.’ He hath married our… Read more “A Right Perspective Of The Nativity”