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What is the difference between Primitive Baptists and Reformed Baptists?

This question often arises when viewing these two Baptist families. Both groups hold similar beliefs on many core Christian essentials. Both groups affirm the Trinity, the eternal Sonship of Christ, the inspiration and preservation of the Bible, the virgin birth of Christ, the Hypostatic union, the sovereignty of God in salvation, eternal security, as well…

Withstanding the Devil’s Wiles

Beloved, during this uncertain and chaotic time, it is vitally important for you to “put on the whole armor of God” and especially the “helmet of salvation” to withstand against the “wiles of the devil” (see Eph. 6:10-18). Satan is a deceiver, the father of lies, subtil, and wily. Satan cannot pluck any of God’s…

Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Why do bad things happen to good people? This question is commonly asked in response to some tragic event that, in our opinion, unfairly touches the lives of those who are trying to live in a godly way. This question is actually indicative of an incorrect perspective of the reality of this world. The answer…

Bringing Every Thought Into Captivity

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” (Philippians 4:8) For the disciple of Christ, it is absolutely vital for us…

A Passing Thought on Submission

One of the most difficult and resented words in the English language is “submit.” We, all of us, have a natural aversion to submission. We hate to give way to the authority another, and even if we do it is often resented. Yet we find various of this in commandments throughout the Bible. When I…

Pandemic Exhortation

This year we have had many foreign experiences that has left us scrambling for answers. None of us have done everything perfectly. We have all just been managing the situation and questioning every decision we have made. With that said, we should consider the necessity of present charity, forgiveness, and constant boldness. Charity When all of…

Consider the Birds

Look at the birds. Really. Take a peak at them. Last week, I was in my front yard and I couldn’t help but notice how the birds were singing, hopping through the grass, pecking at insects, and flying from place to place. At a time where most people were very – and rightly – concerned,…

Pestilences

I noticed this verse as I was studying for today. We’re all likely familiar with 2 Chronicles 7:14, but I imagine far fewer are familiar with the passage directly before it. “If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send…

Some Tips of Livestreaming

Because a bunch of preachers have jumped into the video world while we’re all in exile (lol) I thought I’d share some video tips along with some relevant images: 1. Audio is more important than video, though in these extreme times anything is better than nothing. The easiest way to livestream a video is with…