Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery

Matt Papa’s “Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery” has become one of my most cherished modern hymns of late.  Hope you enjoy! VERSE 1 Come behold the wondrous mystery In the dawning of the King He the theme of heaven’s praises Robed in frail humanity In our longing, in our darkness Now the light of life …

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1, 2 Chronicles: New American Commentary

Enjoyed studying through the 1, 2 Chronicles New American Commentary for the study on David. Here are some of my favorite quotes: Favorite Quotes The Chronicler attempted to interpret to the restored community in Jerusalem the history of Israel as the working out of the eternal covenant between God and the people that demanded an …

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2 Samuel: Out of Every Adversity

Loved reading Davis’ commentary, 2 Samuel: Out of Every Adversity, while going through this study on the life of David. Book Overview Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpreting one of the most studied parts of the Bible. The lessons in 2 Samuel from the life of Israel, and David in …

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Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart

Can a person be assured of his or her salvation? Pastor J. D. Greear tackles that question is in his great book, Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart. Favorite Quotes Salvation is not a prayer you pray in a one-time ceremony and then move on from; salvation is a posture of repentance and faith that you …

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Hallelujah (O What a Savior)

I wrote this song in college based off of Psalm 51:8.  You can stream or download for free! Let the bones which you have broken rejoice. Chord Chart – Hallelujah (O What A Savior) – C

Ascribe

When I was praying through Psalm 29 recently, I was reminded of this great song.  Such a powerful truth. NEW LIFE WORSHIP “STRONG GOD” Song resources and chord chart: https://www.weareworship.com/us/songs… _____________________________________________________ Ascribe Featuring Cory Asbury Ascribe unto the Lord The glory due His Name Ascribe unto the Lord The honor and the praise For He …

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Building a Discipling Culture

I got to meet Mike Breen a few weeks ago and hear his heart on discipleship.  As a pastor in England, he moved his church into a discipling movement that caused many to take note.  He has served as a teacher, speaker, and consultant in recent years. I enjoyed hearing his heart and methodology regarding …

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An Approach to Extended Memorization of Scripture

Andrew Davis wrote a great little book on An Approach to Extended Memorization of Scripture.  You can get it on Kindle or you can actually download it for free. Andrew Davis has memorized 42 books of the Bible, so when he writes something on it, I think we need to listen. Book Overview Prepare to …

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A Guide to Church Revitalization

A Biblical guide to help existing churches begin to thrive and flourish for the glory of God. Dr. Al Mohler edited a great volume on church entitled, A Guide to Church Revitalization.  11 chapters written by different pastors and professors, it is a great look on how to take any church forward. DISCLAIMER: Every church …

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1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart

I thoroughly enjoyed Dale Ralph Davis’ commentary on 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart.  He is able to cover what is needed to be covered without getting lost by chasing rabbit trails. Favorite Quotes God’s tendency is to make our total inability his starting point (16). So the text teaches that someone can remain so …

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