Forwarded from Lord is my Light
Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit.
Matthew 1:18
Matthew 1:18
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²⁴Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize?
So run, that ye may obtain.
So run, that ye may obtain.
Forwarded from IFB - Baptist Music
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Forwarded from Fundamental Christianity
As we celebrate this special day, I would like to remind everyone that Christmas is not a pagan holiday.
Another thing, is that it is okay to celebrate, but to always direct the focus on holy things such as the Nativity. Presents, trees, and stockings look fun, however we must remember, as Christians, to always never lose focus on what Christmas truly means, as the secular modern world has now.
While it is not commanded in scriptures to celebrate it, if one celebrates it the right way, what negative effects are there to be had?
Martin Luther, the grand Reformer, is credited in putting lights on Christmas trees, because he saw the beauty of God's creation shine through a fir tree. It was his favorite holiday because he saw so many elements of the gospel shine through, and reminded him of the purity of Christ's humble birth.
Let us pray for our enemies and friends, share the news, for our savior was born!
Merry Christmas.
Another thing, is that it is okay to celebrate, but to always direct the focus on holy things such as the Nativity. Presents, trees, and stockings look fun, however we must remember, as Christians, to always never lose focus on what Christmas truly means, as the secular modern world has now.
While it is not commanded in scriptures to celebrate it, if one celebrates it the right way, what negative effects are there to be had?
Martin Luther, the grand Reformer, is credited in putting lights on Christmas trees, because he saw the beauty of God's creation shine through a fir tree. It was his favorite holiday because he saw so many elements of the gospel shine through, and reminded him of the purity of Christ's humble birth.
Let us pray for our enemies and friends, share the news, for our savior was born!
Merry Christmas.
Forwarded from Reformed Reflections
He was poor, that he might make us rich.
He was born of a virgin that we might be born of God.
He took our flesh, that he might give us His Spirit.
He lay in the manger, that we may lie in paradise.
He came down from heaven, that he might bring us to heaven. . . .
That the ancient of Days should be born.
that he who thunders in the heavens should cry in the cradle. . . .
that he who rules the stars should suck the breast;
that a virgin should conceive;
that Christ should be made of a woman, and of that woman which himself made,
that the branch should bear the vine,
that the mother should be younger than the child she bare,
and the child in the womb bigger than the mother;
that the human nature should not be God, yet one with God.
Come and worship!
—Thomas Watson
He was born of a virgin that we might be born of God.
He took our flesh, that he might give us His Spirit.
He lay in the manger, that we may lie in paradise.
He came down from heaven, that he might bring us to heaven. . . .
That the ancient of Days should be born.
that he who thunders in the heavens should cry in the cradle. . . .
that he who rules the stars should suck the breast;
that a virgin should conceive;
that Christ should be made of a woman, and of that woman which himself made,
that the branch should bear the vine,
that the mother should be younger than the child she bare,
and the child in the womb bigger than the mother;
that the human nature should not be God, yet one with God.
Come and worship!
—Thomas Watson
Forwarded from Reformed Memes (Rayzor)
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Galatians 4:4-5 — But when the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons.
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Forwarded from Christian Apologetics
"Therefore, the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel." - Isaiah 7:14
This Christmas, let us celebrate the fulfillment of the ancient prophecy spoken through Isaiah, a promise that pointed unmistakably to the coming of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. The birth of Immanuel, "God with us," is not just a story but the cornerstone of our faith, affirming the reliability of God's Word and His divine plan for humanity.
As foretold in Isaiah 9:6, Jesus is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. His arrival is a reminder that God keeps His promises, offering salvation and reconciliation to all who believe.
May this season be an opportunity to reflect on the profound truth of the Gospel that God, in His love, stepped into history to redeem us. Let the light of Christ shine brightly in your heart and give you confidence in the hope we proclaim.
Wishing you all a blessed Christmas filled with the joy of His presence and the peace that only He can give.
This Christmas, let us celebrate the fulfillment of the ancient prophecy spoken through Isaiah, a promise that pointed unmistakably to the coming of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. The birth of Immanuel, "God with us," is not just a story but the cornerstone of our faith, affirming the reliability of God's Word and His divine plan for humanity.
As foretold in Isaiah 9:6, Jesus is the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. His arrival is a reminder that God keeps His promises, offering salvation and reconciliation to all who believe.
May this season be an opportunity to reflect on the profound truth of the Gospel that God, in His love, stepped into history to redeem us. Let the light of Christ shine brightly in your heart and give you confidence in the hope we proclaim.
Wishing you all a blessed Christmas filled with the joy of His presence and the peace that only He can give.
Forwarded from Lord is my Light
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When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained; What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him? For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.
Psalm 8:3-5
Psalm 8:3-5
Forwarded from Cursed Papist Nonsense
Like the Pope updating Rome’s view of the death penalty as no longer necessary, the papist clergy too think they are more merciful than God regarding damnation
Forwarded from European Reformation Heritage
Every Saturday part of a reformation confession or catechism is posted. This week we have Lord's day 5 from the Heidelberg catechism.
The Second Part : Of Man’s Deliverance
Lord’s Day 5
12.Q. According to God’s righteous judgment we deserve punishment both in this world and forever after: how then can we escape this punishment and return to God’s favour?
A. God requires that His justice be satisfied. Therefore the claims of His justice must be paid in full, either by ourselves, or by another.
Exodus 23:7; Isaiah 53:11; Romans 2:1-11; Romans 8:3,4.
13.Q. Can we pay this debt ourselves?
A. Certainly not. Actually, we increase our guilt every day.
Matthew 6:12; Romans 2:4,5.
14.Q. Can another creature - any at all - pay this debt for us?
A. No. To begin with, God will not punish another creature for man’s guilt. Besides, no mere creature can bear the weight of God’s eternal anger against sin and release others from it.
Psalm 49:7-9; Psalm 130:3; Ezekiel 18:4,20; Hebrews 2:14-18.
15.Q. What kind of mediator and deliverer should we look for then?
A. He must be truly human and truly righteous, yet more powerful than all creatures, that is, He must also be true God.
Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 9:6; Isaiah 53:9; Jeremiah 23:6; John 1:1; Romans 1:3; 1 Corinthians 15:21; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 2:17; Hebrews 7:26.
The Second Part : Of Man’s Deliverance
Lord’s Day 5
12.Q. According to God’s righteous judgment we deserve punishment both in this world and forever after: how then can we escape this punishment and return to God’s favour?
A. God requires that His justice be satisfied. Therefore the claims of His justice must be paid in full, either by ourselves, or by another.
Exodus 23:7; Isaiah 53:11; Romans 2:1-11; Romans 8:3,4.
13.Q. Can we pay this debt ourselves?
A. Certainly not. Actually, we increase our guilt every day.
Matthew 6:12; Romans 2:4,5.
14.Q. Can another creature - any at all - pay this debt for us?
A. No. To begin with, God will not punish another creature for man’s guilt. Besides, no mere creature can bear the weight of God’s eternal anger against sin and release others from it.
Psalm 49:7-9; Psalm 130:3; Ezekiel 18:4,20; Hebrews 2:14-18.
15.Q. What kind of mediator and deliverer should we look for then?
A. He must be truly human and truly righteous, yet more powerful than all creatures, that is, He must also be true God.
Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 9:6; Isaiah 53:9; Jeremiah 23:6; John 1:1; Romans 1:3; 1 Corinthians 15:21; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 2:17; Hebrews 7:26.
Forwarded from Lord is my Light
And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship
Exodus 31:3
Exodus 31:3