See how Kind and how Severe God is by J I Packer The following passages are from J. I. Packer’s book, “Knowing God,” published in 1973 by Hodder & Stoughton. ‘Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God,’ writes Paul in Romans 11:22 (KJV). The crucial word here is ‘and’. The apostle is explaining the … Continue reading See how Kind and how Severe God is by J I Packer
God
The Author of Life–The God who Dreamed by Max Lucado
The Author of Life--The God who Dreamed by Max Lucado The passages below are taken from Max Lucado’s book “A Gentle Thunder,” published in 1995 SEATED AT THE great desk, the Author opens the large book. It has no words. It has no words because no words exist. No words exist because no words are needed. … Continue reading The Author of Life–The God who Dreamed by Max Lucado
The Choice to Love or not to Love by Max Lucado
The Choice to Love or not to Love by Max Lucado The passages below are taken from Max Lucado’s book “In the Eye of the Storm,” published in 1991. “WHY DO I WANT TO DO BAD?” my daughter asked me, unknowingly posing a question asked by many seekers of truth. “Why do I do the … Continue reading The Choice to Love or not to Love by Max Lucado
The Cumulative Case FOR a Creator by Lee Strobel
The Cumulative Case FOR a Creator by Lee Strobel The passages below are taken from Lee Strobel’s book, “The case for a Creator,” which was published in 2004 by Zondervan. www.leestrobel.com The vast mysteries of the universe should only confirm our belief in the certainty of its Creator. I find it as difficult to … Continue reading The Cumulative Case FOR a Creator by Lee Strobel
The Doctrine of Providence by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Doctrine of Providence by Martyn Lloyd Jones All the passages below are taken from Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book “God the Father, God the Son.” The series of sermons were preached at Westminister Chapel, London, from 1952 to 1955 and was first published in 1996.http://www.mlj.org.uk/ In our consideration of these biblical doctrines we come now to … Continue reading The Doctrine of Providence by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Doctrine of the Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Doctrine of the Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones All the passages below are taken from Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book “God the Father, God the Son.” The series of sermons were preached at Westminister Chapel, London, from 1952 to 1955 and was first published in 1996. http://www.mlj.org.uk/ But now, having said that, let me go on to … Continue reading The Doctrine of the Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Evidence of DNA Points to a Creator by Lee Strobel
The Evidence of DNA Points to a Creator by Lee Strobel The passages below are taken from Lee Strobel’s book, “The case for a Creator,” which was published in 2004 by Zondervan. www.leestrobel.com Human DNA contains more organized information than the Encyclopedia Britannica. If the full text of the encyclopedia were to arrive in computer code … Continue reading The Evidence of DNA Points to a Creator by Lee Strobel
he Evidence of Modern Physics Points to a Creator by Lee Stronel
The Evidence of Modern Physics Points to a Creator by Lee Stronel The passages below are taken from Lee Strobel’s book, “The case for a Creator,” which was published in 2004 by Zondervan. www.leestrobel.com It is hard to resist the impression that the present structure of the universe, apparently so sensitive to minor alterations in … Continue reading he Evidence of Modern Physics Points to a Creator by Lee Stronel
The God of perfect Timing by Max Lucado
The God of perfect Timing by Max Lucado The passages below are taken from Max Lucado’s book “A Gentle Tunder,” published in 1995 LET ME SHARE with you the thoughts of a young missionary. What follows are phrases excerpted from his journal during his first month on the mission field. On the flight to the … Continue reading The God of perfect Timing by Max Lucado
The Heart of God by Henri Nouwen
The Heart of God by Henri Nouwen A Jesuit priest, John Dear, editor of Henri Nouwen’s book “The Road to Peace,” quoted the passages below. An interview by Arthur Boers, published in The other Side, 1988. Considering all the books you’ve written and all the places you’ve been, did you ever wonder if you were being … Continue reading The Heart of God by Henri Nouwen
The Jealous God by J I Packer
The Jealous God by J I Packer The following passages are from J. I. Packer’s book, “Knowing God,” published in 1973 by Hodder & Stoughton. ‘The jealous God’---doesn’t it sound offensive? For we know jealousy, ‘the green-ey’d monster’, as a vice, one of the most cancerous and soul-destroying vices that there is; whereas God, we … Continue reading The Jealous God by J I Packer
The Miracle of Life on Earth by Father Ronald Rolheiser
The Miracle of Life on Earth by Father Ronald Rolheiser CatholicNews---Sunday February 4, 2007 WHILE DOING MY doctoral thesis, I had the privilege of having as a mentor the distinguished Belgian philosopher-theologian, Jan Walgrave. One day, while discussing a point in philosophy, he asked me: "Do you ever sit on a park bench and … Continue reading The Miracle of Life on Earth by Father Ronald Rolheiser
The Moral Attributes of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Moral Attributes of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones All the passages below are taken from Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book “God the Father, God the Son.” The series of sermons were preached at Westminister Chapel, London, from 1952 to 1955 and was first published in 1996.www.mlj.org.uk We are dealing, let me remind you, with the attributes … Continue reading The Moral Attributes of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Mystery of God’s Ways by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Mystery of God’s Ways by Martyn Lloyd Jones All the passages below are taken from Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book “Why does God allow war” published in 1939 with the present impression in 2003. "Verily Thou art a God that hidest Thyself, 0 God of Israel, the Saviour." Isaiah 45:15 THIS MAGNIFICENT EXCLAMATION, this outburst of devout worship … Continue reading The Mystery of God’s Ways by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Mystery of The Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones
The Mystery of The Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones Do we believe that all things are possible with God? Who are we to tell God that the Trinity is possible or not? Can we solve the mystery of God? According to the Christian religion, there is only one God and He is made up … Continue reading The Mystery of The Holy Trinity by Martyn Lloyd Jones
Understanding human nature by Father Ronald Rolheiser
Understanding human nature by Father Ronald Rolheiser (CatholicNews---Sunday October 18, 2015) www.catholic.org.sg AN AMERICAN humorist was once asked what he loved most in life. This was his reply: I love women best; whiskey next; my neighbour a little; and God hardly at all! This flashed in my mind recently when, while giving a lecture, a woman … Continue reading Understanding human nature by Father Ronald Rolheiser
We must Start with the Holiness of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones
We must Start with the Holiness of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones All the passages below are taken from D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ book “Life in Christ: Studies in 1 John.” It was preached in the 1940’s and re-published as one volume (formerly in five Volumes) in 2002 by Crossway Books. This then is the message … Continue reading We must Start with the Holiness of God by Martyn Lloyd Jones
What Does Knowing God Involve by J I Packer?
What Does Knowing God Involve by J I Packer? The following passages are from J. I. Packer’s book, “Knowing God,” published in 1973 by Hodder & Stoughton. What are we talking about when we use the phrase ‘knowing God’? A special sort of emotion? Shivers down the back? A dreamy, off-the-ground, floating feeling? Tingling thrills and exhilaration, … Continue reading What Does Knowing God Involve by J I Packer?
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH ABOUT GOD By Pastor Steve Carr? (NKJV)
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH ABOUT GOD By Pastor Steve Carr? (NKJV) By Pastor Steve Carr http://www.covenantkeepers.org. 1. The Nature of God 1.1. God is a spirit 1.2. The personality of God verses pantheism 1.3. The unity of God verses polytheism, verses the trinity verses Unitarianism 1.3.1. Each person is called God. (Now remember, there is only … Continue reading WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH ABOUT GOD By Pastor Steve Carr? (NKJV)
What God Is Like by Fulton L Sheen?
What God Is Like by Fulton L Sheen? All the passages below are taken from Fulton L. Sheen’s book “You,” republished in 1998 by the Society of St Paul. How do you think of God? Do you think of God as Someone on a throne who sulks and pouts and becomes angry if … Continue reading What God Is Like by Fulton L Sheen?