Upon discovery of the writings and sermons of J.C. Ryle some years ago of which had occured due to hunger and thirst for the truth of the Word of God, the following is a splendid exhortation of what it truly means to be “Born Again,” sadly, today, this pearl of truth has been watered down and washed away midst the muddied tidal wave of postmodern emergent pragmatism.
Are You Born Again?
This is one of life’s most important questions. Jesus [Continue reading ...]
“Your word,” says the Psalmist, “is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path” (Psalm 119:105). It is like a lantern, which sheds light on our path, amid the darkness of the night, to direct the steps of our feet. The sincere Christian will therefore search the Word of God, for a knowledge of His will, with more eagerness than he would search for hidden treasures of gold and silver. In obedience to the [Continue reading ...]
2 Samuel 22:1-4
The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer;
The God of my strength, in whom I will trust;
My shield and the horn of my salvation,
My stronghold and my refuge;
My Savior, You save me from violence.
I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised;
So shall I be saved from my enemies.”
2 Samuel 22:50
“Therefore I will give thanks to You, O LORD, [Continue reading ...]
1. Issues of life are out of. Pr 4:23
2. God
Tries. 1Ch 29:17; Jer 12:3
Knows. Ps 44:21; Jer 20:12
Searched. 1Ch 28:9; Jer 17:10
Understands the thoughts of. 1Ch 28:9; Ps 139:2
Ponders. Pr 21:2; 24:12
Influences. 1Sa 10:26; [Continue reading ...]
A contrite heart, a broken heart, a humble heart. Whilst these may appear to be different ways of saying the same thing – they do have different meanings, and as such, with sincerity of heart, I sought to understand.
What is a contrite heart?
What does the Bible mean when it says; a broken heart?
What is true humility – in a true Biblical sense?
“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a [Continue reading ...]
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not to your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6
A teachable heart is a heart that has surrendered to God, a soft tender heart, yielded to receive, in humility, the truth of His word. A person who is humble in heart is someone who is always seeking the wisdom of God and is dependent on the Holy Spirit. Trusting in God, through the Holy Spirit, [Continue reading ...]