“As Jesus grew as a man, his human capacities developed, and with them the pressure of temptation (Lk 2:52). In that context he developed in obedience, not from imperfect to perfect, but from infancy to maturity. When he cried out on the cross “It is finished” (Jn 19:30; see also 17:4) and with royal dignity committed his spirit into the hands of his Father, he was the first person to have lived a life of perfect obedience and sanctification. In his resurrection his sanctified human life was divinely transformed into what the New Testament calls “the power of an indestructible life” (Heb 7:16). Because this has taken place first in Christ our representative, it is possible for it to take place also in us through the Spirit. Christ himself is the only adequate resource we have for the development of sanctification in our own lives.” (Sinclair Ferguson, Christian Spirituality: Five Views, ed. by Donald L. Alexander)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! The week is at an end, but the links have just begun! Enjoy!

• Ligonier Ministries uploaded the audio and video of their West Coast conference on the gospel, which looks to be a helpful conference to jump into, so dive in!
• There’s been recent discussion concerning the relationship between the Father and the Son in theological circles, specifically whether the Son is eternally subordinate to the Father or not. Some well-known theologians are accusing other well-known theologians of heresy with respect to this view. Denny Burk has the round-up. This is worth digging into because it lays out the positions clearly, and it focuses on theologians who are faithful to the Scriptures. May we all grow in our discernment through this discussion.
• Joe Carter provides a lowdown of California bill SB 1146, which would limit religious exemption to seminaries, whereas Christian colleges and universities would no longer qualify. Time to read, and pray.
• Professor Greg Welty interacts with UC Irvine professor Donald Hoffman’s case against reality, arguing the implications of evolutionary theory should lead to a rejection of evolutionary theory. This one’s a thinker.
• ACBC’s Truth in Love podcast recently invited Dr. Stuart Scott to speak on godly leadership in the home. Here’s the transcript, in case you haven’t had a chance to listen to it.
• Everyone has probably heard of Brock Turner, and the outcry of injustice that came due to his six-month sentence. Amy Hall illustrates how people want a just judge when it comes to others’ sins, but not their own. Very revealing.
• Tim Challies continues his series of what he is not, writing this time on why he isn’t Arminian. If you think he’s talking about the ethnicity, this post is definitely for you.
• Is Proverbs 22:6 a promise? Eric Davis over at The Cripplegate would argue it to be a warning. If you’re a parent, you’d be wise to read the case he makes.
• The Women’s Hope podcast features apologist Mary Jo Sharp, who discusses how to have gospel conversations with other non-Christians. This is definitely one worth listening to, ladies!
• Over at The Glory Books blog, Dr. Phil Wages gives four tips/hacks for beginner Bible study students. If you’re just starting to read the Bible or have been doing it for a while, there’s definitely something to glean from here.

That’s all this week! Please be in prayer for Lumos, as their last Bible study for the school year is tonight, and also for the UCSD students who are graduating this weekend! See you all on Sunday!

Soli Deo Gloria