Defending Sunday Worship? Imagine having to defend the practice of gathering together for worship (in song, Scripture reading, and preaching). How would you explain these practices to someone else? What if you also had to give good reasons for gathering together on Sunday to do these things? Would you look at church history? Your own… Read More ›
Lyrics: Venantius Fortunatus (c.530-600), tr. Richard Mant (1837), Public Domain; Alt. words, chorus lyrics, and music: Matt Merker, © 2014 See the destined day arise! See a willing sacrifice! Jesus, to redeem our loss, hangs upon the shameful cross; Jesus, who but You could bear wrath so great and justice fair? Every pang and bitter… Read More ›
The pastors who wrote the Westminster Confession stated, “All things in Scripture are not alike plain in themselves, nor alike clear unto all: yet those things which are necessary to be known, believed, and observed for salvation are so clearly propounded, and opened in some place of Scripture or other, that not only the learned,… Read More ›
The Marks of a Healthy Church These marks are based on Mark Dever’s book Nine Marks of a Healthy Church and the website 9marks.org 1. Expositional Preaching An expositional sermon takes the main point of a passage of Scripture, makes it the main point of the sermon, and applies it to life today. 2. Biblical… Read More ›
The process for joining as a member involves three steps: (1) taking the new members class; (2) filling out the membership application; and (3) sitting down with two of the elders for an interview. The entire process usually takes at least six months from when a person beings attending to becoming a member. New Members… Read More ›
Words by Chris Anderson; Music by Greg Habegger. ©2010 churchworksmedia.com. http://churchworksmedia.com/for-the-sake-of-his-name VERSE 1 Go to the world for the sake of His name; To every nation His glory proclaim. Pray that the Spirit wise Will open darkened eyes, Granting new life to display Jesus’ fame. CHORUS In Jesus’ power, preach Christ to the lost; For… Read More ›
Children are welcomed and encouraged to be part of the family of faith at Fairview. Parents know the challenges this brings and so this article provides some practical tips for you to prepare your children for Sunday. The following are some suggested activities to prepare your children to get the most from the weekly gathering… Read More ›
Introduction The Bible portrays God as having and exercising sovereign control over all things, even the free acts of men, yet man is held morally responsible for their sinfulness. If God determines human actions, how are humans held morally responsible for them? How can he place blame when no one can alter his plan made… Read More ›
A testimony is an account of God’s work in your life. Everybody who has been born again and who is becoming like Christ has a unique, interesting, and powerful testimony, regardless of whether or not it appears spectacular. If you’re preparing to share your testimony you want to convey how you came to trust Christ… Read More ›
Introduction The extent, or better, the intent of the atonement is “one of the most controversial teachings in Reformed soteriology.” There are numerous textual and logical arguments used and abused by proponents who enter the debate. Heated discussions go back and forth due to a passion for the beauty and efficacy of the atonement, the… Read More ›