Discerning The Signs Of The Times And The Church S Reformation

Author : Samuel Willard,C. Matthew McMahon
Publisher : Puritan Publications
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781626633643

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Discerning the Signs of the Times and the Church's Reformation by Samuel Willard,C. Matthew McMahon Pdf

This work is set on the premise that the great design of all God’s judgments on a professing people is to reform them. It is the plight of the church that they live in the consequence of the fall of Adam. They strive for holiness, but they must be very discerning about the times in which they live, so that they may set themselves steadfastly in the work of personal reform, church reform, and reforming the world to the glory of God. Willard explains Matthew 16:3, “Ye hypocrites, Ye can discern the face of the sky, but can ye not discern the signs of the times?” in order to press the Christian to be discerning in the day in which he lives. What is God doing? Where is God working? What are the signs of the times saying to the church? And then he explains Leviticus 26:23, “If ye will not be reformed by me by these things, but will walk contrary unto me, then will I also walk contrary unto you, and will punish you yet seven times for your sins.” The Christian is to first discern the times, and then the Christian is to be reforming in those times. All of God’s providences stretch forth from his covenant blessing in Christ to bring his wayward people back to a right relationship with him. He reforms them so that they become real revolutionaries for his cause; and his cause is holiness of life in service to the King of Kings. A modern church that remains unreformed with a professing people who walk contrary to God’s word, there Christ will proceed in his judgments against them and strike them with blows to bring them back to him and true faith. What calamities have been brought on the church today in this? It seems Willard is striking at the heart of the church as it endures the current pandemic, calamities, famines, riots, and a number of other difficulties that our country, and many countries around the world, are now experiencing. These events have been brought in by the church and its rebellion against God’s prescription for reformation. And the content of this work is so applicable today, one would have thought Willard preached these discourses just last Lord’s Day. This work is not a scan or facsimile, has been carefully transcribed by hand being made easy to read in modern English, and has an active table of contents for electronic versions.

Author : Benjamin Morgan Palmer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1816
Category : Bible
ISBN : CHI:090335411

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The Signs of the Times by Benjamin Morgan Palmer Pdf

Author : Michael Reeves,John R W Stott
Publisher : Hendrickson Publishers
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781496482655

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The Reformation by Michael Reeves,John R W Stott Pdf

The Reformation changed everything—culture, commerce and learning. Here in these few pages we focus on its core, its defining of a new Protestant church. While Wittenberg in 1517 is often regarded as the start of the Reformation, the earliest-recorded heretik died in Scotland more than a hundred years earlier. Part l offers a fast-paced storyline of the whole period. This book does not celebrate a schism. It sets forth biblical truth, and the part each of us must play in passing that truth on to the next generation. If the church is to be effective, we must believe and confess the gospel, obey it and adorn it, proclaim it and argue it, defend it, and be willing to suffer for it. What of Christ’s prayer for Christians to be one? Would it be better to ignore, even forget the Reformation? If we look more closely at that prayer, we may be surprised by what we find. Includes: Timeline Questions for Reflection Martin Luther’s 95 Theses Michael Reeves, author and speaker, is Prof of Theology at Union School of Theology. He has served on staff with UCCF and All Souls, Langham Place, London. John Stott, Bible teacher, evangelist, and author of 50 books, was Rector Emeritus of All Souls, Langham Place, and founder of Langham Partnership International. Lindsay Brown trains university evangelists in Europe. He was General Secretary of the International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES) until 2007.

Author : Nathan Lewis Rice
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1855
Category : End of the world
ISBN : NYPL:33433068250020

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The Signs of the Times by Nathan Lewis Rice Pdf

Author : Edward Bickersteth
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1845
Category : Bible
ISBN : BL:A0020127800

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The Signs of the Times in the East; a Warning to the West; Being a Practical View of Our Duties in the Light of the Prophecies which Illustrate the Present and Future State of the Church and of the World by Edward Bickersteth Pdf

Author : Thomas Case,C. Matthew McMahon
Publisher : Puritan Publications
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781626634527

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The Quarrel of the Covenant by Thomas Case,C. Matthew McMahon Pdf

Thomas Case sets forth Leviticus 26:25, “And I will bring a sword upon you, that shall avenge the quarrel of my covenant.” He explains how it comes to pass that covenant violation is a matter of high quarrel between God and his people. He shows “covenant” in its nature, matter, form, parties and end. He clearly explains that such a violation (to break covenant with God or to lie in taking an oath or vow) is seen in three ways: contemptuous refusing, graceless profaning, and treacherous deceiving. The reasons he gives of such a quarrel is the contempt of God’s holy ordinances and of holiness itself; gross ignorance under the glorious light of the Gospel; unfruitfulness under the means of grace; ingratitude for mercies; incorrigibleness under judgments; profaning the Lord’s Day; all sorts of uncleanness, luxury, and excess in eating or drinking; vanity, pride, envy, contention, divisions, oppression, fraud, and violence. Not even one professing Christian person can say that he is wholly free from such. In this he remarks that the wishy washy nature of people in the church bring God’s judgments against them whether they see it or not. Swear and un-swear, do and undo. Protest for Christ today and accommodate Antichrist tomorrow. As if breach of our covenant dissolved our engagements. And because we have broken once with God, we were never bound afterward to keep our word, and our oaths. He shows that we may not tempt God in this. He that swears he knows not what will observe he cares not how. Ignorant making of an oath will end in unconscionable breaking of the same.

Author : Gabriel J. Fackre
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802833921

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The Church by Gabriel J. Fackre Pdf

The latest volume in Gabriel Fackre's "Christian Story" finds the dedicated ecumenist attempting to examine the connections, or lack thereof, between worldwide ecumenical progress and the character of local churches as he observes them in twenty-first-century America. Drawing from his own fifty-year experience in the church as pastor, teacher, and parishioner, Fackre breaks open the myth of the church experience and exposes the reality of modern worship on a local level. "The Church" is rich in insight and fertile in its range of suggestions, most of them aimed at pastors and aspiring pastors -- the men and women who will carry the teachings of the church, its "kerygma," into the next generation and the ones that follow.

Author : Philip Schaff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2004-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1419224115

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The History of the Reformation by Philip Schaff Pdf

Eight volume series. The signs of the times point to a new era in the ever onward March of Christ's kingdom. God alone foreknows the future, and sees the end from the beginning. We poor mortals know only "in part," and see "in a mirror, darkly." But, as the plans of Providence unfold themselves, the prospect widens, old prejudices melt away, and hope and charity expand with our vision. The historian must be impartial, without being neutral or indifferent. He must follow the footsteps of Divine Providence, which shapes our ends, and guides all human events in the interest of truth, righteousness, and peace.

Author : Jason K. Allen
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802494634

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Discerning Your Call to Ministry by Jason K. Allen Pdf

“The church has needed this book for a long time.” — Russell Moore If you are considering the ministry, there are two mistakes to avoid. The first is taking up a calling that isn’t yours. The second is neglecting one that is. Discerning Your Call to Ministry will help you know the difference. A tool for seminary students, pastors-in-training, and even current pastors, it serves to confirm or prompt deep thought about the calling to ministry through 10 probing questions, including: Do you desire the ministry? Does your church affirm your calling? Do you love the people of God? Are you willing to surrender? Pastoral dropout rates are high, and seminary admission rates are declining—signs that many of us don’t quite know what we’re signing ourselves up for. Author Jason Allen, a former pastor and the president of North America’s fastest growing seminary, gives readers a better picture of the calling. Presenting a series of diagnostic questions informed by Scripture, church history, and his own experience, he helps those seeking ordination or ministry positions make confident decisions about their service to God, one way or the other.

Author : David M Whitford
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2014-09-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780567445087

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T&T Clark Companion to Reformation Theology by David M Whitford Pdf

This volume introduces the main theological topics of Reformation theology in a language that is clear and concise. Theology in the Reformation era can be complicated and contentious. This volume aims to cut through the theological jargon and explain what people believed and why. The book begins with an essay that explains to students how one can approach the study of sixteenth century theology. It includes a guide to major events, persons, doctrines, and movements.

Author : Samuel Garratt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1868
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0017149099

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Signs of the times; shewing that the coming of the Lord draweth near by Samuel Garratt Pdf

Author : Simone Sinn,Michael Reid Trice
Publisher : Evangelische Verlagsanstalt
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-01-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783374045761

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Religious Identity and Renewal in the Twenty-first Century by Simone Sinn,Michael Reid Trice Pdf

Religions carry strong visions of renewal and thereby have the potential to trigger dynamics of change in all spheres of human life. Religions have contributed to societal transformation and processes of renewal spark intensive theological debates. The renewal of religious identity is informed by how religious communities interpret their traditions and past, present, and future challenges to themselves, society and the world at large. How do religious communities understand their own resources and criteria for renewal in the twenty-first century? In this publication, Jewish, Christian and Muslim scholars analyze and reflect on the meaning and dynamics of religious renewal and explore the meaning of religious renewal across religious traditions. [Religiöse Identität und Erneuerung im 21. Jahrhundert. Untertitel: Jüdische, christliche und muslimische Perspektiven] Religionen haben klare Vorstellungen von Erneuerung und damit das Potential, in allen Sphären menschlichen Lebens Veränderungen einzuleiten. Religionen haben schon immer zu gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen beigetragen und Erneuerungsprozesse durch kontroverse theologische Debatten ausgelöst. Die Erneuerung religiösen Identität ist abhängig davon, wie religiöse Gemeinschaften ihre Traditionen und ihre gegenwärtigen und zukünftigen Herausforderungen für sich selbst, die Gesellschaft, in der sie leben, und die Welt als Ganzes interpretieren. Wo sehen religiöse Gemeinschaften ihre eigenen Ressourcen und welches sind die Kriterien für Erneuerungsprozesse im 21. Jahrhundert? In dieser Publikation analysieren reflektieren jüdische, christliche und muslimische Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler die Bedeutung und Dynamiken religiöser Erneuerung und untersuchen die Bedeutung religiöser Erneuerung in den verschiedenen religiösen Traditionen.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Fig
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781623145422

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Belgic Confession by Anonim Pdf

Author : James I. Cook
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802809804

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The Church Speaks by James I. Cook Pdf

With the passing of time and the development of significant cultural changes, the Reformed Church in America has continued to examine its perspectives on Christian teaching. Here the contemporary doctrinal positions of the RCA, as presented by its Commission on Theology, are gathered into one convenient reference work.The papers included here are divided into chapters according to six categories: scripture, faith, sacraments, ministry, witness, and sexuality. Within these documents are important statements on such topics as Christian witness in today's pluralistic society, the role and authority of women in ministry, Christian witness to Muslims, and the church and homosexuality.

Author : Wayne Cordeiro
Publisher : Bethany House
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1585588288

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The Divine Mentor by Wayne Cordeiro Pdf

Many believers settle for a spiritual routine that lacks God's presence. But what they truly want, and truly need, is a dynamic, vital, and intimate relationship with God. Here Wayne Cordeiro gently but directly shows readers how to move from routine to relationship--from mundane actions to fresh encounters--by learning to hear Him speak to them through the Bible. Through stories, lessons, and anecdotes, Cordeiro equips readers to listen to the promptings of the Holy Spirit as they read God's Word, enabling them to transform their daily quiet time with the Lord.