Fleming Rutledge on Jesus’ remaining completely in character while on the cross. And what a character it is. Jesus waging a battle on the cross. The whole business of the two thrives dramatises the intensity of his struggle to absorb into himself the malice of those who were reviling him, while at the same time …

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Heidelberg Catechism – Lord’s Day 17 45. Q. What benefit do we receive from “the resurrection” of Christ? A. First, by his resurrection he has overcome death that he might make us share in the righteousness which he has obtained for us through his death. Second, we too are now raised by his power to …

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Jared Wilson writes against the niceties that compel Christians (who should no better) to maintain appearances of being okay. If there’s one place on earth everyone should feel free not to be okay, it’s the church: I know the reasons we don’t live transparently with each other. We’re afraid. We’re embarrassed. We don’t want to …

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Song: Good And Gracious King Welcome: Call to Worship Song: How Great Is Our God Prayer Of Confession Song: My Hope Is Built On Nothing Less Affirming our Faith: Westminster Shorter Catechism Q26 Song: Now To The King Of Heaven Bible Reading: 1 Timothy 2:1-15 – Instructions regarding public worship. Bible Memorisation: James 5:13 Song: …

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