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  • Truth and Growing in Grace

    from Steven Lawson Jun 13, 2018 Category: Articles

    The postmodern world in which we live is marked by its extreme denial of any authoritative truth. As believers, we must stand squarely upon the Word of God as we witness the rejection of truth, whether in the world or in the church. We must pursue the truth in our lives through a life of commitment to Jesus Christ. Throughout the centuries, believers have gained strength from the many godly examples of their historical predecessors. As we consider what a life of allegiance to Christ looks like, I want us to consider the example of the noted Scottish pastor Robert Murray M’Cheyne.   Keep Reading

  • Is It Necessary to Preach Divine Wrath?

    from Steven Lawson Apr 23, 2018 Category: Articles

    The Genevan Reformer John Calvin said, "Preaching is the public exposition of Scripture by the man sent from God, in which God Himself is present in judgment and in grace." Faithful pulpit ministry requires the declaration of both judgment and grace. Keep Reading

  • Whitefield’s Sin Exposing Spotlight

    from Steven Lawson Apr 18, 2018 Category: Articles

    Whitefield was convinced that any presentation of the gospel must begin by exposing the listener's sin and his dire need for salvation. This necessitated the preacher's confronting his hearers' rebellion against God and warning of the eternal consequences of their rejection. Keep Reading

  • The Moment of Truth: Its Reception

    from Steven Lawson Mar 23, 2018 Category: Articles

    During the trial of Jesus, Pontius Pilate asked a question that has resounded through the ages: "What is truth?" That is the key question for today, when the idea of absolute truth is increasingly and soundly rejected in our culture. To help us understand what is at stake, we are examining the conversation between Jesus and Pilate in John 18. Keep Reading

  • The Moment of Truth: Its Reality

    from Steven Lawson Mar 16, 2018 Category: Articles

    What is truth? In one word, truth is reality. Truth is the way things really are. Truth is not how things may appear to be. Truth is not what we want things to be. Truth is not what popular opinion polls say things are. Truth is the way things really are. So let us look at a few characteristics that help distinguish and define the truth. Keep Reading

  • The Moment of Truth: Its Rejection

    from Steven Lawson Mar 07, 2018 Category: Articles

    Today, it is often said, "I have my truth, and you have your truth." Our generation likes to deny absolute truth, saying that something can be true for one person but not true for someone else. This view is not new. Keep Reading

  • The Doctrines of Grace: By His Grace and for His Glory

    from Steven Lawson Jan 08, 2018 Category: Articles

    The doctrines of grace are so called because these five major headings of theology, often identified as the five points of biblical Calvinism, contain the purest expression of the saving grace of God. Keep Reading

  • The Institute for Expository Preaching with Steven Lawson

    from Steven Lawson Jan 05, 2018 Category: Events

    In these truth-starved days, we must be bold and exclusive in our proclamation of God's Word. There is a great need for pastors, teachers, and spiritual leaders to be better equipped and energized to preach and teach the Scriptures. Keep Reading

  • TULIP and The Doctrines of Grace

    from Steven Lawson Nov 29, 2017 Category: Articles

    The central truth of God’s saving grace is succinctly stated in the assertion, “Salvation is of the Lord.” This strong declaration means that every aspect of man’s salvation is from God and is entirely dependent upon God. The only contribution that we make is the sin that was laid upon Jesus Christ at the cross. The Apostle Paul affirmed this when he wrote, “From Him and through Him and to Him are all things” (Rom. 11:36). This is to say, salvation is God determined, God purchased, God applied, and God secured. From start to finish, salvation is of the Lord alone.   Keep Reading

  • Theologian for the Ages: John Calvin

    from Steven Lawson Oct 09, 2017 Category: Articles

    John Calvin (1509–1564) is easily the most important Protestant theologian of all time and remains one of the truly great men who have lived. A world-class theologian, a renowned teacher, an ecclesiastical statesman, and a valiant Reformer, Calvin is seen by many as the greatest influence on the church since the first century.  Keep Reading
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