Doreen Virtue asked Dr. Benge numerous questions about the afterlife, and he answered those from the scriptures. Perhaps your questions will be answered via this 6-minute video?
Category: Doctrine / Theology
What Does It Mean To Have A Relationship With Christ?
Pastor Ramsey herein explains what it means for the believer to have a relationship with Christ. That relationship could not exist without the God-given covenant and other foundational things provided by God. A commitment is required from the believer and certain responses. If you have had a vague notion of what it means to ‘have a relationship with Christ,’ then you may get some clarification and direction via Pastor Ramsey’s sermon. [Highlight points are provided for those who do not want to listen to the 27-minute sermon.]
The Doctrine of Hell: What 7 Popular Christian Pastors Teach About Hell
The following words are from the vlogger who made the video in this post: “Significant video editing was used to create a unique storyline that teaches about pastors who do and don’t teach about hell. With appearances by Joel Osteen, Rob Bell, Brian McLaren, Carlton Pearson, Paul Washer, John MacArthur, and Voddie Baucham.” [The chief distinction between these two groups of pastors is that one group preaches biblical doctrine because they possess faith; the other preaches their opinions about Bible doctrine based on reason, sometimes. Which group is your pastor most like?]
Faith: Old Paths – J. C. Ryle
The one-minute video meditation in this pose is about the following points: 1. God’s mind towards the world. 2. God’s gift to the world. 3. The way man obtains the benefit of God’s love. 4. How true belief in Christ may be discerned and known. The scripture text is, “God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” – John 3:16. Old Paths is a J C Ryle book about the weighty matters of Christianity; this is a tiny excerpt from that work.
The Wrath of God and The Hatred of Sin
Charles Leiter preached the message in this post, he was introduced by pastor Paul Washer. I think they met in Peru where Washer still heads Heart Cry missionary organization. Leiter briefly defined and explained God’s wrath. His illustrations were very biblical, relevant and memorable. The 21st century church takes a very unbiblical position regarding sin. This short message will reorient those who wish to be on the right path, that described in the Bible.
Death is Gain, Philippians 1:21-23, by Dr. Patrick Ramsey
Death is gain for the believer because it frees him from his warfare with the world, the flesh and the devil; all suffering and sin are extinguished. While explaining how the believer gains by dying, Pastor Ramsey also discusses other aspects of death – suffering, pain, dread, fear…but the believer may have real hope in the promises of the Bible, because of the atoning work of the Lord Jesus Christ. [26 minute mp3 sermon preceded by sermon points]
What does it mean to be born again by R C Sproul
Though many Christians talk about being “born again,” few actually understand what this phrase means. What is this mysterious work of the Holy Spirit that changes our hearts and causes us to place our faith in Jesus Christ for salvation? In this message, R.C. Sproul addresses the mysterious nature of regeneration and the effects that the new birth produces in our lives. [Sermon highlights are provided]
Wisdom And Folly: Foundations Of Grace – Old Testament With Steven Lawson
“As Christians, we can take comfort in knowing that our entire lives take place under the sovereign rule of an all-wise God. In this message, Steven Lawson opens the books of Proverbs and Ecclesiastes to remind us that the Lord has appointed all things for the right time, including the salvation of His elect.” [After the sermon highlight points and the video, for those who would like to see additional scriptures on God’s sovereignty that are very plain, seven are noted; there is also a ‘study recommendations’ section that has two links to a post on the order of salvation and one on Bible covenants]
Christ Always Lives To Intercede, by Jeff Mayfield
In the 6 minute video of this post, Jeff Mayfield explains chapter 8 of Dane Ortland’s book, Gentle and Lowly. Herein, Christ’s intercession for believers is discussed in terms of Hebrews 7:25. Once a believer realized it is impossible to make himself acceptable to God the Father, he is inclined to solely trust in Christ. This message is very encouraging if you have been struggling and failing in your fight against sin.
Holiness, by J C Ryle, Sanctification, Part 3B
This post contains material from chapter 3 of J C Ryle’s book, Holiness; specifically, what he identified ten visible behaviors that characterize one who is becoming sanctified.