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When Deacons "Deacon"

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article explains how pastors can lead the church toward the active work of the deacons.

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Jonathan Edwards and Why I Am a Cessationist

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  • Jeff Robinson

This article mentions various charismatic experiences, and questions what is behind these behaviours. It considers some of Jonathan Edwards's thoughts on the distinguishing marks of the work of the Holy Spirit, particularly what are not necessarily marks of a work of God's Spirit, and what are evidences that accompany a genuine outpouring.

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From Heirs of Hell to Heirs of Promise

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  • Raymond Johnson

This article discusses the meaning and significance of adoption as a benefit of salvation.

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The Imperfections of Our Sanctification

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  • Tom Hicks

This article discusses sanctification, both definitive and progressive. It critiques antinomianism and legalism, and shows the theological problems with perfectionism.

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Heaven Rejoices

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  • Jared Longshore

This article discusses a number of things about the rejoicing in heaven as revealed in Luke 15.

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The Congregation and the Pulpit

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  • Phil A. Newton

How can a congregation aid its pastor in preaching the Word of God more effectively? This article offers four considerations: pray regularly for the pastor, regularly read through and study the Word, read good theological, historical, and devotional books, and regularly gather around the Word.

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After the Affair – Ten Steps of Healing

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  • Leslie Vernick

This article offers ten areas that counsellors or pastors need to explore with couples dealing with infidelity or adultery, so that healing can take place.

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Unwitting Reformer: God's Sovereignty Displayed in the Reformation

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article shows how the Lord used Erasmus to facilitate the Reformation, especially by his producing of the Greek Testament.

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The Man in Romans 7

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  • Fred A. Malone

Is the man of Romans 7:14-25 regenerate or unregenerate? What is the function of God's law for the converted, for the unconverted? These and other questions are addressed in this article.

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Seven Fundamentals of Biblical Preaching

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  • John Divito

This article offers seven fundamentals to preaching faithfully, including the following: preach expositional sermons, preach the whole counsel of God, preach to yourself, and preach Christ.

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Does God Love Everyone the Same?

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  • Jeff Robinson

This article considers whether God loves everybody in the same way. It shows five different ways that Scripture speaks of the love of God.

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The Necessity of Good Works for Christians

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  • Tom Hicks

Are good works necessary for Christians? This article shows the ways in which they are and are not necessary.

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Predestination Is Practical

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  • Jeff Robinson

This article discusses the practical value of the doctrine of predestination.

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Some Practical Implications of Calvinism

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  • Tom Hicks

This article offers nine practical implications of Calvinism, which show that it is not simply a doctrine to be formally accepted, but concerns every aspect of our lives.

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How to Help Your Kids in Corporate Worship

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  • Jared Longshore, Heather Longshore

This article offers eight points for helping children properly function and participate in corporate worship.

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Particular Baptist Covenant Theology

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  • Samuel Renihan

This article gives an explanation of the covenant theology of the Particular Baptists.

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The High Mystery of Predestination

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article provides pastoral direction to those called to preach on predestination. It considers the teaching of predestination itself, the reason for teaching it, and the effect of predestination upon the believer.

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A Faithful Wife

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  • Joy Hicks

This article outlines five thoughts on what it is to be a faithful wife.

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Elements of a Christ-Centered Marriage

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  • Phil A. Newton

What is it that makes a marriage Christ-centred? This article offers nine elements.

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How to Diagnose and Treat Pastoral Authoritarianism

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article explains what authoritarianism in a pastor looks like, and how to root it out.

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The Five Points of Calvinism and Covenant Theology

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  • Tom Hicks

This article details the five points of Calvinism and how they fit into the Bible's covenant theology.

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2 Corinthians 2:14 – The Gospel Triumphs

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article offers an exposition of 2 Corinthians 2:14, about the triumph of the gospel.

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Seasoning the Heart for Prayer

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  • Ken Puls

How do you prepare for communion with God in prayer? This article discusses five ways we can prepare the heart and mind for prayer.

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The Two Witnesses of Scripture

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  • Jeff Johnson

How do you know the Bible is God's Word? This article shows that there are two attributes of the self-testifying nature of Scripture. The first is objective—inspiration—and the second is subjective—the illumination of the Holy Spirit. Both provide certainty regarding the Bible's veracity.

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Seeing Christ in All the Word: A Framework for Bible Reading

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article emphasizes the importance of looking for Christ when we read the Bible. It takes its cue from Luke 24:44-45.

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Why I Preach through Books of the Bible

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article provides several benefits of preaching through whole books of the Bible (series preaching). Some of the reasons are: pastors are to preach the whole counsel of God, preaching through a book allows the minister and congregation to better absorb the purpose of God, and it gives a better understanding of a particular book and of biblical theology.

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Malachi 4:5-6 – Preaching Christ in the Prophets

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article provides a way of preaching Christ from Malachi 4:5-6.

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How to Preach Christ in All the Scriptures – OT Prophecy (Malachi 4:5-6)

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article considers how to preach Christ from OT prophecy, with Malachi 4:5-6 under consideration.

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How Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon? A Psalm (Psalm 42)

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article offers ways to preach Christ from Psalm 42.

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How Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon? OT Historical Narrative – 2 Samuel 16:1-4

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article shows how to preach Christ from 2 Samuel 16:1-4.

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Leviticus 18:5 – How Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon?

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article illustrates how to preach Christ from Leviticus 18:5.

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How Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon?

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article discusses two principles that are of value when considering how to preach Christ in every sermon: ministers today are ministers of the new covenant, and must exercise hermeneutical completeness. The article follows up with a discussion of preaching Christ in the book of Proverbs.

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Why We Should Preach Christ in Every Sermon

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article explains why it is essential to preach Christ in every sermon. It offers two main principles: biblical hermeneutics, and biblical example.

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Should We Preach Christ in Every Sermon?

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  • Fred A. Malone

This article explains why it is essential to preach Christ in every sermon: Christ and his apostles practiced Christ-centred preaching, and the Bible calls for preaching Christ from every text.

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Ten Principles for Church Song

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  • Kevin DeYoung

This article lists ten principles for making wise decisions about church music. Among them are: our singing is for God's glory and the edification of the body of Christ, we ought to sing to the Lord new songs, church singing should swim in its own history of church singing, and all our songs should use biblical lyrics.

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"Zeal to Promote the Common Good": The Story of the King James Bible (1)

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  • Michael A. G. Haykin

This article presents the history of the King James Version. It includes a discussion of the influence of William Tyndale, and the Geneva Bible.

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The Geneva Bible and Its Influence on the King James Bible

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  • Matthew Barrett

This essay explores the relationship between the Geneva Bible and the King James Bible.

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1 Corinthians 9:19-23 – Paul on Accommodation

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  • Tom Ascol

This article considers what Paul was really getting at in 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 when he spoke of himself as being all things to all people. In what way(s) exactly was he accommodating himself?

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Finding Our Voice in Worship (Part 4)

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  • Ken Puls

This article reflects on music in worship, and offers five observations on how a congregation can find an authentic voice in worship. Among the points of discussion is a reflection on how to sort through music.

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Finding Our Voice in Worship (Part 3)

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  • Ken Puls

This article reflects on music in worship, and says that it must be congregationally sound; it needs to be an authentic expression of the voice of the church body. Just how that voice is shaped is under discussion in the article.

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Finding Our Voice in Worship (Part 2)

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  • Ken Puls

This article reflects on music in worship, and says that it must be structurally sound. The text and the tune need to be well-matched. The article provides a host of useful questions to ask in evaluating the merits of a song for worship, and they revolve around three standards: the insight, perfection, and inexhaustibility of the song.

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Finding Our Voice in Worship (Part 1)

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  • Ken Puls

This article reflects on music in worship, and says that in the first place it must be doctrinally sound. The article provides a whole host of useful questions that one needs to ask of the text of a song before it is used.

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Staying Long

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  • Phil A. Newton

This article makes the case for long-term ministry in one congregation. It mentions five things needed for staying long: patience, contentment, vulnerability, courage, and trust.

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