“Rereading the Bible over and over will help you make sense of Scripture. And reviewing Scripture over and over will help you see more of Christ. To see Christ on every page requires a familiarity with the entire Bible.” (Tony Reinke, Newton on the Christian Life)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! A treasure trove of links await you, so let’s dive right in!

• Ken Sande draws lessons from his mother and mother-in-law in pointing us to a picture of the fruit of the gospel. How can you cultivate godly attitudes now that will lead you more into being a treasure amongst others, and not a trial? Read on to find out!
• John Piper writes a meditation on the truth that if you are found in Christ, you are no longer enslaved to your past. How rich are the blessings found in the power of the gospel!
• What have we learned since the first undercover video of Planned Parenthood? According to The Federalist, at least five things. Great summary post of where the issue lies currently. Also, Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards this week announced the end of reimbursement for donating tissue for medical research, begging the question: if this was a legitimate practice, then why cancel it? Lastly, Abigail Larsen writes two biblical responses to abortion in light of the recent exposure of Planned Parenthood.
• Have you ever felt tempted to impress God in some way? May these truths work to help remind us believers of our acceptance in Christ.
• Princeton scholar B.B. Warfield wrote a magnificent article on the doctrine of the Trinity over 100 years ago, and has been a very helpful defense of the doctrine from Scripture. Systematic theologian Fred Sanders has recently posted an annotated version of the article, with his own notes for clarification. This is definitely worth plowing through. May it be a blessing to you.
• What books do you think theologian J.I. Packer would recommend reading? Well, look no further than his own list, stemming from his own endorsements of 50 (you read that right) books. Time to add more into your book budget.
• Pastor Jordan Standridge answers several objections to evangelism that believers may be tempted to offer to avoid obedience to Christ’s commands. Related to that is knowing how to handle the possible charge of intolerance by non-Christians. Can you tactfully address this without coming across as unloving, and yet not compromising your convictions in the process? Finally, what reasons would you give for why you believe the Bible? Erik Raymond has a handy index card that may be worth memorizing.
• Did the early church believe in transubstantiation? Nathan Busenitz answers.

That’s all for this week! Please be in prayer for our upcoming members meeting (don’t forget to attend if you’re a member!). See you all on Sunday!

Soli Deo Gloria