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’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears relieved;How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed! This second stanza of John Newton’s “Amazing Grace” provides Christians with a rich and subtle insight into the nature of God’s saving work in the lives of believers. The verses encourage us to consider […]
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Amazing grace! how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch; like me!I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind, but now I see. Reflect on past mercies and consider future hopes so that you can sing in the present. This year is the 250th anniversary of the writing of the hymn Amazing Grace so a […]
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During his final days in December 1807, John Newton said, “What a thing it is to live under the shadow of the wings of the Almighty! I am going the way of all flesh.” A friend replied, “The Lord is gracious.” Newton responded, “If it were not so, how could I dare to stand before […]
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There are not many events from the year 1773 that still affect our lives today. There are not many people who were around in 1773 that are still remembered today. But I can guarantee you that on any given Sunday, Christians in various churches around the world are singing a song written by an ordinary […]
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Editorial Comments on Founders Journal Exposition of “Amazing Grace:” An Appreciation of 250 Years of Edifying Influence The 250th anniversary of the first singing of “Amazing Grace” was January 2023. It was written by John Newton and sung by his parish congregation in Olney, England. This Journal is committed to a theological exposition of that […]
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For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart (Hebrews 4:12).How is the word …
Words matter. Words have different meanings. There are times when we use certain words, we have to define them. As words keep taking on new meanings in our day, Christians need to do their best to define the words they use especially in a biblical…
This is a message Jeff delivered to Pastors in Iowa. Why do we pursue equal protection? What is Justice? Listen as Jeff establishes this position and answers the objections from those who are fighting against equal protection.
Recommended Resources:A Biblical Case for Cessationism: Why the Miraculous Gifts of the Spirit Have Ended by Tom Pennington, which is based on his sermon from the Strange Fire ConferenceThe Final Word: A Biblical Response to the Case for Tongues and Pr…
