Posts tagged with ‘salvation’

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God’s Glory In Salvation Through Judgment

by Thomas Provost

The following is a comment taken from the book God’s Glory In Salvation Through Judgment, by James M. Hamilton Jr. (Crossway Publishers, 2010). In chapter two of the book the author is commenting on the Torah, and concerning Genesis 3:15 he presents a significant insight on God’s mercy. Genesis 3:14 & 15 “14 The Lord God […]

Christ’s Righteousness

by Thomas Provost

The following note taken from the ESV Study Bible (Crossway Publishers), succinctly explains the biblical teaching concerning the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. It also clarifies what it means for the believer in Christ to be justified by faith in Him. The note is based on 2 Corinthians 5:21, which reads: “For […]

He Has Blessed Us In The Beloved

by Thomas Provost

The following quote is taken from Morning and Evening, by Charles Spurgeon; (September 23, morning). “What a state of privilege! It includes our justification before God, but the term ‘blessed’ in the Greek means more than that. It signifies that we are the objects of divine satisfaction, even of divine delight. How marvelous that we […]

God Demonstrates His Love

by Thomas Provost

God Demonstrates His Love     In my prior post I addressed the question concerning the way in which God loves.  I had said that without some clarification as to what God’s love is really all about, we are pretty much left in the dark.  I also contended that the message of God’s love and peace […]

Resurrection Celebration Notes

by Thomas Provost

Resurrection Celebration Sunday April 5, 2015  Opening Scripture: Matthew 27:62 – 28:10 Title: Paradise Restored Theme: Christ’s Death and Resurrection Renews Intimate Communion With God In Paradise – Forever Message:   I. Paradise – The Perfect Creation Paradise and all of creation was created by the Holy, Perfect, Eternal, Infinite and Loving Artist.  God created […]

Psalm 34

by Thomas Provost

Psalm 34 Praise The Lord For His Goodness  Background 1 Samuel 21:10 – 15; Psalm 56  David Flees from Saul David’s growing reputation among the people as a warrior and leader incited Saul’s jealousy, and Saul began trying to kill David. David fled from Saul in Gibeah (1) and went to Samuel at Naioth in […]

Salvation Is By The Cross Of Christ

by Thomas Provost

Salvation Is By the Cross Of Christ      According to Scripture it can conclusively be stated, beyond any shadow of doubt that salvation is by the blood of the Lamb of God alone.  It is through the atoning death of Jesus Christ on the cross that God forgives sin and welcomes those who place […]

The Mystery Of Godliness

by Thomas Provost

The Mystery Of Godliness A Meditation by A. W. Tozer   “And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness:  God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.” – 1 Timothy 3:16 (KJV)      “Let’s remember […]

A Passion For Christ – Sermon Notes

by Thomas Provost

A PASSION FOR CHRIST Mark 14:1 – 11 Sunday, April 6, 2014     Theme: Affectionately acknowledging Christ’s worth – worship.   This section is bookended with the Chief Priests and Scribes’ plot to kill Jesus and ending with Judas’ betrayal.   Mark’s gospel has been described as a passion account with and extensive introduction.  […]

The Gardener – Notes

by Thomas Provost

The Gardener March 23, 2014 Psalm 46       1.  Genesis 1:26 – 28               – Man is created in the image and likeness of God     2.  Genesis 2:4 – 25               – Genesis 1 – God revealed as transcendent.  Genesis 2 – God revealed as immanent             – Man is […]