In Christ is hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.
Colossians 2:3
The Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ
What is the gospel? The greatest question that a man has to deal with if he is truly concerned about his own soul is this: “how can a man be right with God?” The answer to this specific question is the GLORIOUS GOSPEL OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST. Also, a true understanding of God’s character and ours is crucial in answering this question. Since God is holy, just, perfect, and free from all sins, and humanity is fallen, corrupt, and sinful rebels, becoming right with God seems to be an irresolvable problem…
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The Importance of the Church
Before we talk about the importance of the church, let us recall the three directions of the church: look UP in worship, look WITHIN for Edification, and look WITHOUT in Evangelism. If either one of these ceases, the health of the church will be jeopardized, and the life of the church hindered. The church must … Continue reading “The Importance of the Church”
SCBC Lord’s day #39
I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High. Psa 9:1-2 ESV What fitter day to ascend to heaven, than that on which He arose from earth, … Continue reading “SCBC Lord’s day #39”
Reflections on the Past VIII: The Morning Star of the Reformation
This blog post is based on the Covenant Reformed Seminary of Asia’s lesson on Church History Module – The Forerunners of the Reformation (Part 2): John Wycliffe We learned how the Waldensians suffered for more or less 500 years under the hands of the Roman Catholic religion. Now, we’ll see how the same large group opposed … Continue reading “Reflections on the Past VIII: The Morning Star of the Reformation”
SCBC Lord’s day #38
Blessed is the one you choose and bring near, to dwell in your courts! We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, the holiness of your temple! Psa 65:4 ESV “We must dedicate the whole day to God… All this day must be spent with God: he must be worshipped in public; and … Continue reading “SCBC Lord’s day #38”
Reflections on the Past VII: The Waldensians
This blog post is based on the Covenant Reformed Seminary of Asia’s lesson on Church History Module – The Forerunners of the Reformation (Part 1): THE WALDENSES Let us be reminded, as we begin our reflections on the forerunners of the Reformation, of Jesus words when He answered Pilate, “My kingdom is not of this world. … Continue reading “Reflections on the Past VII: The Waldensians”
Reflections on the Past VI: The Papacy at Its Height
This blog post is based on the Covenant Reformed Seminary of Asia’s lesson on Church History Module – Lesson 6: The Papacy at Its Height. Let us now study how did the Pope become powerful. Gregory VII (Hildebrand) aimed to extend the power of the popes over secular as well as the ecclesiastical sphere of life. … Continue reading “Reflections on the Past VI: The Papacy at Its Height”
Regenerate Church Membership
The new covenant requires that we seek a regenerate church membership. Though we cannot explicitly see the phrase “church membership” in the New Testament, we can clearly see this truth as necessarily contained in the Scripture and what it says about the New Testament church. Regenerate church membership means that those added to the church … Continue reading “Regenerate Church Membership”
Christ, Our Sacrifice
Men nowadays hate the idea of sacrifice. Paul Wells observes this when he writes, “Blood-sacrifice is repugnant to modern man and had long been the object of scorn on the part of critics of Christianity” (Wells 121). But it is central for the Christian faith because of the revelation God has given us and how … Continue reading “Christ, Our Sacrifice”
Pornography: A Call to Resolve (Part 2)
This article was written by Bro. Emmanuel Tamargo and was discussed with Bro. Jordan from The Christian Worldview Project on August 12, 2021. In the first part, I explained the Psychological perspective of pornography and its issues. I also laid down my observations questioning some conflicting premises that challenge the firmness of its principles. Let me continue … Continue reading “Pornography: A Call to Resolve (Part 2)”
SCBC Lord’s day #37
For through him we both have access in one Spirit to the Father. Eph 2:18 ESV “Our celebration of the Trinity and Christ’s resurrection on the Lord’s Day should spill over into living godly lives through faith in Christ’s resurrection and looking in hope to the perfect and final sanctification of our souls and bodies at … Continue reading “SCBC Lord’s day #37”
Reflections on the Past V: The Crusades
This blog post is based on the Covenant Reformed Seminary of Asia’s lesson on Church History Module – Lesson 5: THE SEVEN CRUSADES: Why did they fail? European Christians always regarded Palestine as holy and Jerusalem as the holy city. When the Mohammedans captured Palestine and took possession of Jerusalem, pilgrims were still allowed to visit the … Continue reading “Reflections on the Past V: The Crusades”
Reflections on the Past IV: Pope vs. Emperors
This blog post is based on the Covenant Reformed Seminary of Asia’s lesson on Church History Module – Lesson 4: POPE vs. EMPEROR: Who Wins? There were two power-hungry figures in the history of the Holy Roman Empire: The Pope and the Emperor. So we ask, what is the relation existing between them? There were different … Continue reading “Reflections on the Past IV: Pope vs. Emperors”
