In writing that good sermons need to preached realistically, idealistically, and optimistically, Joel Beeke writes why optimism is essential. If you’re listening to a sermon tomorrow may it contain this element: A Hopeful Realism The believer also needs to hear from the pulpit the optimistic preaching of the Christian life: that one day I will …
At Meet The Puritans Joel Beeke takes a stab at identifying ten enduring legacies which the Reformation reintroduced to the church: From the post: God sent forth the power of his Word in the Reformation of the sixteenth century. The Reformation served as a dynamic motivation and catalyst for change and progress wherever its influence …
From Ligonier blog: After reading Scripture, we must ask God for light to scrutinize our hearts and lives, then meditate upon the Word. Disciplined meditation on Scripture helps us focus on God. Meditation helps us view worship as a discipline. It involves our mind and understanding as well as our heart and affections. It works …
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