Resources

Songs of Christmas, Part 1

The Birth of Christ Foretold

The announcement from Gabriel in Luke 1 heralds the greatest miracle—Christ’s Incarnation—marking the beginning of God’s decisive action in securing our redemption through Israel’s long-awaited Messiah.

Sources of Christian Thankfulness

Thankfulness flows more fully from our mouths when certain sources of gratitude are more fully settled in our hearts: the peace of Christ, the Word of Christ, and the lordship of Christ.

Starting Over, Part 9

Repentance and Faith

If we are united with Christ through faith, we can face the harsh reality of our own sin with godly grief and hopeful resolve, empowered by His Spirit to act according to His Word.

Songs of Christmas, Part 1

The Birth of Christ Foretold

The announcement from Gabriel in Luke 1 heralds the greatest miracle—Christ’s Incarnation—marking the beginning of God’s decisive action in securing our redemption through Israel’s long-awaited Messiah.

Sources of Christian Thankfulness

Thankfulness flows more fully from our mouths when certain sources of gratitude are more fully settled in our hearts: the peace of Christ, the Word of Christ, and the lordship of Christ.

Starting Over, Part 9

Repentance and Faith

If we are united with Christ through faith, we can face the harsh reality of our own sin with godly grief and hopeful resolve, empowered by His Spirit to act according to His Word.

Starting Over, Part 8

An Appeal to Repentance

When Ezra learned about the sin of Israel, he was appalled. He mourned greatly because Israel had forsaken God even as God had been reviving them in his steadfast love. The prospect of remaining in this sin was terrifying.

The Need for Creeds, Part 10

Articles of Distinction: Believer’s Baptism

Prophet in Despair

In the midst of our despair, God reveals His love for us through His provision for our needs, His renewal of our spirit and joy, and His commissioning of us for His ongoing work.

The Need for Creeds, Part 9

Articles of Distinction: Church Governance

Follow God’s Household Directions

God provides household directions in His Word for children, parents, and the Church, and He also empowers us by His Spirit to follow them so that our family life may bring Him glory.

The Need for Creeds, Part 8

Articles of Distinction: Civil Government

Starting Over, Part 7

Pilgrim Priorities

As we journey with the Lord through the Christian life and are conformed to the image of Christ, we begin to prioritize people, service, humility, and integrity.

The Need for Creeds, Part 7

The Roman Catholic Papacy

Starting Over, Part 6

The Good Hand of Our God

The good hand of God was upon Ezra because he had set himself to study God’s word, to do it, and to teach it. Let’s follow his example.

The Need for Creeds, Part 6

Of Religious Worship and the Sabbath Day

Starting Over, Part 5

Fickle Government, Faithful God

Governments will rise and fall, but God is always faithful to direct us by His Word, to empower us to follow His commands, and to fill us with everlasting joy.

The Need for Creeds, Part 5

Articles of Interest - Creation