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The Horror of the Cross
"And as He gasped for air, with the unmistakable stench of human waste upon His lips, with those same lips, He said: 'It is finished,'"
The Comforting Wrath of God
Christians can find great comfort in trusting God to enact His perfect wrath and justice against all evil and the wicked. Join us as we explore those themes in Deacon Dan’s new blog!
How Isaiah’s Prophesies Prove Postmillennialism
“Under Christ's righteous rule, all war and violence will eventually be eliminated...once Jesus' reign on earth, by His Spirit, and through His Church, abolishes all war and aggression on this war-torn planet, it will never return again."
The Ugly Sinfulness of Dishonor
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for honoring God above all else.
St. Pete and Sand Storms
Like that sandstorm descending in an instant, causing me disorientation and panic, so too did the events of that fateful night whip up a blinding haze around Peter, rendering him powerless to act as he would have moments before. Peter, a devoted disciple willing to die for his Lord, became subdued instead by the raging tempest howling around him. And like me losing sight of the road's safe path, Peter veered tragically off the course of faithfulness, denying Christ three times before the rooster crowed.
Holy Week Devotional
In the days ahead, we will walk along with Jesus, stopping to take note of what He is doing on each of the final days of His life. May you be blessed and strengthened by our Lord of glory, who gave it all to rescue you!
IDOL OR IMAGE? A Look At The Second Commandment
“All Christians are well aware that we are to avoid worshipping any idols, but one form of idolatry is rampant in the modern church: visible depictions of God, especially of Jesus Christ. This post demonstrates how all such depictions–even honest ones–violate the Second Commandment.”
Highly Esteeming the Law of God
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for highly esteeming the law of God
How Israel’s Hymns Prove Postmillennialism
“If you want to learn what a culture values, and if you're going to understand the worldview that underpins a nation, then you must look no further than their songs. No matter what the whompyjawed ideologues say behind fake smiles and teleprompters, and no matter what manufactured narratives are peddled by the bobbleheaded pundits in the fake news media, the hopes and dreams of a people will be found most clearly stated in their anthems, ballads, and refrains. If you want to know what a society believes in, where their hopes lie, what they think about the purpose of life, and why we are all here, then pay attention to the lyrics and hymns they produce. It will be telling."
Being “Re-Membered”
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for Remembering the law of God
A Biblical Approach to Personal Finances
“We have previously covered the importance of tithing and generously giving to large church endeavors, but with the current economy that can seem out of reach. This post gives a practical overview of how to get out of debt and achieve financial stability in order to build the Kingdom.”
How the History of Israel Proves Postmillennialism
“God transitions the relationship from promise maker to promise keeper as we turn the page from Genesis to the book of Exodus. He will fill the world with worshippers who worship Him in spirit and truth."
Sacred Meditation
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for Sacred Meditations
Stepping Out In Faith: How You Can Help Build The Church
“God provides opportunities for sacrifice, but it is our enthusiastic response that transforms these opportunities into blessings. Let us not be the generation known for white-knuckling our excesses but be a people who joyfully and regularly build up Christendom. Only what is done for the Kingdom will last."
How Genesis Proves Postmillennialism
In this episode of the Prodcast, titled "How Genesis Proves Postmillennialism," we dive into Postmillennialism, demonstrating how an optimistic future, where Christ's lordship extends across the whole earth, begins in the first book of the Bible.
No Mental Gods
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command to have no mental gods.
Children At Communion? Who Should Participate and How?
“Last time we discussed communion, it’s meaning, and it’s practice. This post continues that discussion by looking at who the proper recipients of communion are and how we should approach the Table. The main focus will be the question of whether baptized children should partake of communion.”
MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!
"Exciting times ahead! The Shepherd's Church is set to double its capacity, embracing a future of expanded worship, fellowship, and community outreach in New England, all for the glory of God's Kingdom!"
Covenant Communion: The Nature of the Sacrament
“Just like baptism, communion has caused division between genuine believers. This post looks at communion from the covenant perspective and addresses several of these areas of contention. The next post will cover who should come to the Table and how we should come.”
Tithing And Obedience
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command to tithe.