Dustin Benge is an Associate Professor of Biblical Spirituality and Historical Theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. The Loveliest Place is published by Crossway and is a part of the Union Series. 1. The church is the focused domain where all God's presence, promises, and purposes are unveiled and eternally realized. (pg. 15) 2. …
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10 Quotes from The New Reformation
Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, DC, Shai cofounded Risen Christ Fellowship, an innercity church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. 1. Worldliness is a temptation in …
What is the Good News of Jesus?
Every single human being has committed cosmic treason against the King of All. We have sinned against Him (Romans 5:12). We were dead in our sins with no hope (Ephesians 2:1-3). But God who is rich in mercy sent Jesus (Ephesians 2:5-6). Jesus is the second person of the Trinity. He is truly God and …
10 Quotes from Before You Share Your Faith
Matt Smethurst is lead pastor of River City Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia; editor at The Gospel Coalition; and author of several books, including Before You Open Your Bible. 1. Human beings were custom designed to find meaning and fulfillment and life in our Creator above all else - above success, above popularity, above recreation, …
10 Quotes from Sanctification
John MacArthur is the pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, where he has served since 1969. He is known around the world for his verse-by-verse expository preaching and his pulpit ministry via his daily radio program, Grace to You. Virtually all pastors will at times be called upon to fill practically every …