Romans 1:1-7, Jeff Duncan Embrace this gospel because it has an unlikely author, an ancient foundation, an undeniable proof, and a glorious purpose. https://youtu.be/owSVFabJwcI
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Worship in Truth
John 4:1-26 Jeff Duncan True worship is worship that is God-centered and Word-shaped. Let us offer this kind of worship to God. https://youtu.be/2z0kqQ7vVE8
Benefiting from Baptism
Romans 6:1-11, Jeff Duncan As you witness baptism today, remember your baptism, and look anew to Christ and His victory for you. Commune with Him, and grow in your identity in Him and your devotion to Him. https://youtu.be/ZEPY8Udm9Cc
The Lord’s Prayer: Last Three Petitions & Conclusion
From the Westminster Larger Catechism Q193: What do we pray for in the fourth petition?A193: In the fourth petition (which is, Give us this day our daily bread,)[1 acknowledging, that in Adam, and by our own sin, we have forfeited our right to all the outward...
The Lord’s Prayer: Thy Will Be Done
Q 192: What do we pray for in the third petition? A 192: In the third petition (which is, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven,)[1 acknowledging, that by nature we and all men are not only utterly unable and unwilling to know and do the will of God,[2 but...
The Lord’s Prayer: Thy Kingdom Come
Q. 102. What do we pray for in the second petition? A. In the second petition, which is, Thy kingdom come, we pray, that Satan’s kingdom may be destroyed [a ; and that the kingdom of grace may be advanced [b , ourselves and others brought into it, and kept...
Passion Week: Saturday, April 4, AD 33
Outwardly everything seems quiet. Jesus' body lies in the tomb that is sealed and guarded by the Romans. The disciples rest on the Sabbath, outwardly at least. But they are hidden away in fear, grieving the loss of their beloved Master, as well as of all of their...
Passion Week: Friday, April 3, AD 33
Fake courts, false testimony, and hardened hearts all come together as Jesus is condemned by the Jewish leaders and sent to Pilate. They hope to see Jesus put to death by the Romans. And although Pilate sees no guilt in Jesus, he gives way to the cries of the crowd,...
Passion Week: Thursday, April 2, AD 33
Preparations are made and Jesus celebrates the Passover (Last Supper) with his disciples. Jesus washes their feet, including the feet of the one who will betray him. He also predicts his betrayal and shows John that it will be Judas. "What you are going to do, do...
Passion Week: Wednesday, April 1, AD 33
Wednesday seems to be a more peaceful day, but Jesus' enemies are meeting in the background seeking to destroy him. (Later Peter would look back and declare that everything was happening according to God's plan to redeem His people through the death of His Son. See...
Passion Week: Tuesday, March 31, AD 33
On the way back into the city the disciples see the fig tree withered to the roots. Jesus takes the opportunity to teach the disciples about faith and prayer. That day in Jerusalem the religious leaders question Jesus' authority. They also try to trap him in his...
Passion Week: Monday, March 30, AD 33
Today Jesus returns to Jerusalem after spending the night in Bethany. On his way into town with his disciples he curses a fig tree, a picture of the coming judgment on Israel for failing to bear fruit for God. He then proceeds to the Temple and drives out the...
