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Being “Re-Membered”
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for Remembering the law of God
A Biblical Approach to Personal Finances
“We have previously covered the importance of tithing and generously giving to large church endeavors, but with the current economy that can seem out of reach. This post gives a practical overview of how to get out of debt and achieve financial stability in order to build the Kingdom.”
How the History of Israel Proves Postmillennialism
“God transitions the relationship from promise maker to promise keeper as we turn the page from Genesis to the book of Exodus. He will fill the world with worshippers who worship Him in spirit and truth."
Sacred Meditation
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command for Sacred Meditations
Stepping Out In Faith: How You Can Help Build The Church
“God provides opportunities for sacrifice, but it is our enthusiastic response that transforms these opportunities into blessings. Let us not be the generation known for white-knuckling our excesses but be a people who joyfully and regularly build up Christendom. Only what is done for the Kingdom will last."
How Genesis Proves Postmillennialism
In this episode of the Prodcast, titled "How Genesis Proves Postmillennialism," we dive into Postmillennialism, demonstrating how an optimistic future, where Christ's lordship extends across the whole earth, begins in the first book of the Bible.
No Mental Gods
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command to have no mental gods.
Children At Communion? Who Should Participate and How?
“Last time we discussed communion, it’s meaning, and it’s practice. This post continues that discussion by looking at who the proper recipients of communion are and how we should approach the Table. The main focus will be the question of whether baptized children should partake of communion.”
MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT!
"Exciting times ahead! The Shepherd's Church is set to double its capacity, embracing a future of expanded worship, fellowship, and community outreach in New England, all for the glory of God's Kingdom!"
Covenant Communion: The Nature of the Sacrament
“Just like baptism, communion has caused division between genuine believers. This post looks at communion from the covenant perspective and addresses several of these areas of contention. The next post will cover who should come to the Table and how we should come.”
Tithing And Obedience
Each week at The Shepherd’s Church, we preach short homilies on the law of God and have decided to share those here as a resource to the people of God. This week, the Biblical command to tithe.
A Practical Postmillennialism: An Interview With Glenn Sunshine
In this episode, Dr. Glenn Sunshine discusses the historical development and critique of the Radical Two Kingdoms (R2K) view. He traces the origins of the R2K view back to the early church and the Reformation, highlighting the different perspectives on the relationship between the church and the state. Dr. Sunshine argues that Christians have a responsibility to engage in politics and shape policy in accordance with biblical principles. He critiques the idea that cultural engagement is immanentizing the eschaton and emphasizes the importance of understanding the kingdom of God and the gospel in shaping our approach to cultural and political involvement. In this conversation, Glenn Sunshine discusses the relationship between Christians and politics. He explores different views on Christians' involvement in politics and highlights the importance of living in the kingdom of Christ while also living in the world. Sunshine emphasizes the need to live now in light of eternity and to recognize that God has placed us where we are for a reason. He explains that the gospel of the kingdom affects every aspect of our lives and calls Christians to live out the lordship of Christ in everything they do.
Covenant Baptism: A Primer for Baptists
“Whether infants should be baptized or not has been a topic of fiery debate ever since the Reformation. It is my belief that infants should be baptized under the covenant baptism view, but having grown up in baptistic churches I understand how most of the typical arguments for this position fall flat with Baptists. In”
Thy Compassions They Fail Not
"This means, at least in part, that God allowed the world to fall into sin and misery so that He could showcase the fullness of His being to lost and lonely sinners, which brings Him unimaginable glory."
Traces of Defeatism: A Critique Of Amillennialism
In "Traces of Defeatism," I examine how some of the interpretations and assumptions in amillennialism act like trace elements of poison in the Church's bloodstream, subtly undermining our mission by instilling a defeatist mindset. I argue for embracing a postmillennial perspective, which I believe empowers us to actively engage and transform culture, reflecting a more victorious outlook on God's kingdom and our role within it.
Worthless People
Some people are worthless. As shocking as that may be for the modern American Christian, that is what the Bible clearly teaches. This post looks at how Scripture defines worthlessness in contrast to how the world defines it using the example of Eli’s sons and Hannah in 1 Samuel 1-2.
The God Beyond Need
"Because God is independent and perfectly free, because He is uncaused and Lord over His own existence, His purposes, plans, and His very nature remain necessarily steadfast and unmoving, which is a source of tremendous comfort and assurance for believers."
Generational Responsibility
“One of the most beautiful descriptions of God’s character (Exodus 34:6-7) contains a reference to visiting the iniquity of fathers on their children. Indeed throughout Scripture we see examples of children suffering because of the sins of their parents. This post looks at the theme of representation, which in no way implies injustice on God’s…”
The Bright Hope of Defeatism: A Critique Of Historic Premillennialism
In our latest article, we critically examine the doctrine of Historic Premillennialism, revealing its inadequacies and how it contributes to a defeatist stance in the Church. Our discussion aims to pave the way for a more empowering, Biblically-grounded eschatology that energizes the Church for active mission and cultural engagement.
The Nature of Responsibility
“Responsibility is an often overlooked aspect of leadership. This post looks at the nature of both individual and shared responsibility as they relate to leadership, using David as an example to emulate.”