Jonathan Edwards on how God is Glorified within Himself
“God is glorified within Himself these two ways: (1) By appearing….to Himself in His own perfect idea of Himself, or in His Son, who is the brightness of His glory. (2) By enjoying and delighting in Himself, by flowing forth in infinite….delight towards Himself, or in His Holy Spirit. So God glorifies Himself toward the creatures also in two ways: (1) By appearing to…their understanding. … Continue reading Jonathan Edwards on how God is Glorified within Himself
It is Good to Give Thanks to the Lord!
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, this is a great time to reflect on the countless things we can be thankful for. But often in the process of such reflection, it seems as though Christians don’t go far enough. We are always quick to point out how much God has materially blessed us, and then stop right there. Western Christians are aware that we live … Continue reading It is Good to Give Thanks to the Lord!
Is all our righteousness filthy rags?
“Don’t make the mistake of thinking that the only righteousness the law required was perfection. It is true that any shortcoming of God’s law offends against his perfect holiness and makes us liable to judgment, since God cannot look with favor on any sin (Habakkuk 1:13; James 2:10-11). But the Old Testament law itself provided for forgiveness and reconciliation for sins. So the requirement of … Continue reading Is all our righteousness filthy rags?
Shepherd the Flock 