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The Ascension
from R.C. Sproul Mar 11, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
These men had spent three years in a state of unspeakable joy. They had witnessed what no human beings before them had ever seen in the entire course of history. Their eyes peered openly at things angels themselves longed to look into but were unable. Their ears heard what ancient saints had a fierce desire to hear with their own ears. These men were the disciples of Jesus of Nazareth. They were His students. They were His companions. Where He went, they went. What He said, they heard. What He did, they saw with their own eyes. These were the original eyewitnesses of the earthly ministry of the Son of God. Keep Reading -
Heaven Rejoices
from Keith Mathison Mar 05, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
I’ve written a handful of books on a variety of topics, and one thing that occasionally happens when you publish a book is that people ask you to sign it. I think of signing autographs as something that famous people do, so it feels a bit awkward to sign a book. I’m happy to do it, however. If you’ve written a Christian book, many people will want something in addition to your signature. They also ask for your favorite verse of Scripture. Many authors will write down a verse such as John 3:16 or Romans 8:28. My favorite verse of Scripture is Zephaniah 3:17. Keep Reading -
The Acts of the Spirit and the Apostles
from Burk Parsons Mar 03, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
You might be surprised to learn that Saint Andrew’s, the church where Dr. Sproul and I serve as pastors, has many members who have come from Pentecostal and charismatic churches. When they join our congregation I urge them not to leave behind the Holy Spirit. There seems to be a tendency for believers within some Presbyterian and Reformed churches to forget about the person and power of the Holy Spirit. Although historically this is not the case and although doctrinally it ought not to be the case, sadly it often seems to be the case. Keep Reading -
Columns from Tabletalk Magazine, March 2010
from Tim Challies Mar 01, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
The March edition of Tabletalk is out. This month's theme is "Acts of the Apostles." The issue examines the main point and purpose of Saint Luke’s Acts of the Apostles. Contributors include R.C. Sproul, Fred Klett, David VanDrunen, Brian Tallman, Iain D. Campbell, Robert Godfrey, Keith Mathison and Donald Whitney. Keep Reading -
Preach the Word
from Steven Lawson Feb 19, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
Every season of reformation and every hour of spiritual awakening has been ushered in by a recovery of biblical preaching. This cause and effect is timeless and inseparable. J.H. Merle D’Aubigné, noted Reformation historian, writes, “The only true reformation is that which emanates from the Word of God.” That is to say, as the pulpit goes, so goes the church. Keep Reading -
An Unpopular Vision
from George Grant Feb 17, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
Henry Cabot Lodge once asserted, “Nearly all the historical work worth doing at the present moment in the English language is the work of shoveling off heaps of rubbish inherited from the immediate past.” What we need, in other words, is not so much “a new perspective” as a very old one. What we need is to recover a memory of those great men and movements obscured by the fashions and fancies of the moment. Keep Reading -
Bearing One Another’s Burdens
from John MacArthur Feb 12, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
The troubles of this world are manifold and relentless. It’s not easy to stay so focused on heaven that we remain unperturbed by the afflictions of earthly life. We’re commanded, of course, to set our minds on things above, not on earthly things (Col. 3:2), but even the most committed believer will testify that earthly trials sometimes obscure the heavenly perspective. Keep Reading -
Two Birds, One Stone
from R.C. Sproul Jr. Feb 10, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
When error comes into the church we face a set of obligations. First, we must confront the error. The world has embraced a live-and-let-live relativism that will accept any foolishness, but will not accept the wisdom of calling foolishness by its name. Too often the church follows suit. We want to get along, and so pet the wolves in our midst rather than drive them away. Our calling, as faithful soldiers of the kingdom, is to combat error in whatever form it takes. Second, we must not err when confronting the error. If we would have sound and accurate thinking in the church, we must be sound and accurate in what we denounce. Keep Reading -
Pilgrims (and Their Hosts)
from R. Scott Clark Feb 08, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
A wise traveler adapts to the customs and languages of the host country. When we lived abroad, people never asked us about our health. It is considered rude. The day we left England, however, we were peppered with questions by an American woman who was being polite. What was rude in England was polite in Dallas. Changing theological traditions is like traveling abroad. Upon arrival, the visitor is likely to find new language and culture, that is, a new theology, piety, and practice. This cross-cultural encounter creates opportunities and obligations for hosts and pilgrims alike. Keep Reading -
New Comprehensive Section on Justification
from Karisa Schlehr Feb 05, 2010 Category: Tabletalk Magazine
With an aim to analyze the merit of N.T. Wright’s claims and expose both the strengths and weaknesses of his approach, the editors of Tabletalk magazine have put together this collection of videos, audio resources, and articles to help Christians discern the errors behind the approach of N.T. Wright. You can also read the entire February issue of Tabletalk examining what N.T. Wright really said. Keep Reading
