“If I have never mourned over my waywardness then I have no solid ground for rejoicing.”
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The reason I have found clarity over this issue is because my pastor quite rightfully pointed to the Law as a shadow of things to come [Col 2:17 , Heb 10:1], and how it could be clearly seen that what was tangibly taught in the Law, was seen clearly fulfilled in Christ. In other words, the Law of God pointed towards that which was to come through Christ. Although I would like to focus on one particular point in this article, the original sermon will shortly be available to listen to on the church podcast, along with previous studies throughout the Gospel of John. There is little doubt within Christian circles that the sacrifice offered during the day of atonement for the sins of Israel, spoken of in the Old Testament, directly reflects the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, crucified for our sins, spoken of in the New Testament. Even the most infant of Christian believers can see the significance of the crucifixion of Christ, given for our justification, in the light of the Old Testament teaching. But would it be true to say that just as many Christians see the significance of the Resurrection of Christ in the same place? I know that at least on my own part, the answer would have to be a resounding no. In fact, I would even go as far as to say that some Christians, would be willing to give ground for the case of the Resurrection, where they never would concerning the death of Christ on the Cross of Calvary. What I would like to point out here though, is that the physical Resurrection of Christ is as important to us as His physical death on the Cross. …Continue Reading This Article. 04.22.10 J.A. Matteson “Because You have been my help, therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice.” Psalms 63:7 The capacity to remember the Lord’s grace in days past informs our perspective regarding present circumstances. The tendency of the fallen nature is to forget the mercies of the Lord that have sustained [..more..] How I love this song, and how I love to hear it sung sincerely. > Like Unlike My Mirror Tearing and breaking inside with no sound Limping, crawling, lying face down Look into My mirror If you dare And let Me show you what I see there [..more..] Revisiting our series that explores and highlights the consequences of not preaching expositionally. It clouds the true depth and transcendence of our message and therefore cripples both corporate and personal worship. What passes for preaching in some churches today is literally no more profound than what preachers in our fathers’ generation were [..more..] 04.15.10 J.A. Matteson “Test yourselves to see if you are in the faith; examine yourselves!” 2 Corinthians 13:5 Many are the boasts by men who profess an allegiance to the Savior, yet the outward testimony of their lives runs destructively head-long into their claim to piety. Observing this blatant and perpetual contradiction between profession [..more..] A couple of years ago now, my attention was drawn to the apostate circus of signs and wonders that went on over in Lakeland, Florida. I remember experiencing the rebuke of other Christians at the time for daring to speak out against what was happening, albeit from confusion more than understanding, and from this [..more..] Ephesians 5:22-32 22 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. 23 For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. 24 Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to [..more..] An excellent insight into Christian unity, what it is, and more so, what it is not. Message is preached by Simon Lawrenson, my pastor at Calvary Chapel, Southampton, U.K.. Share/Save Like [..more..] |
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Upon listening to a wonderful sermon from my pastor on Sunday just gone, spoken on John chapter 20, we were left with no doubt whatsoever of the crucial fact that the Resurrection of Christ, if not the truth, leaves us in a hopeless state. Whilst I would have agreed with that statement previously, I would have been hard pressed to give a specific reason as to why that is the truth. What’s more, with the seemingly common tendency for many to “spiritualize” the Resurrection of Christ, and sowing doubt throughout the Church, solid ground is obviously needed in order to contend for the faith once for all delivered to the saints through the Bible.
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