Ps 19.9-11 Our message this afternoon looks at the expressions of value in this great Psalm of God’s revelation of himself to man. The Word is valued for what it does and what it is, making it precious to the servant of God, a sure guide from the dangers of evil and towards the reward of the saints. Read the notes as you listen. … [Read more...] about The Word’s Worth [Christmas]
The Word in English (2) [Christmas]
the life of William Tyndale We continue our biographical sketch of Tyndale with a brief review of last week, a few readings from his New Testament to compare it with our current versions and some discussion of the impact of both Tyndale’s Testament and his book on Christian ethics, Obedience of a Christian Man. Tyndale’s skill and commitment to God’s Word provide a great … [Read more...] about The Word in English (2) [Christmas]
The Word at Work [Christmas]
Ps 19.7-8 Our Christmas series continues with a look at the marvelous effects of the Word as it works in the inner man of sinners – converting the soul, making wise the simple, rejoicing the heart and enlightening the eyes. Read the notes as you listen. … [Read more...] about The Word at Work [Christmas]
Glorious Things of Thee are Spoken [Psalms]
Ps 87 Psalm 87 is a terse poem packed with meaning. The psalmist exults in God’s declaration to the nations – citizenship for the nations in Zion, the beloved city of God. Read the notes while you listen. … [Read more...] about Glorious Things of Thee are Spoken [Psalms]
The Word of the Law [Christmas]
Ps 19.7-9 Continuing our Christmas series, we look at the written word as David describes it from God’s perspective, using the six terms for the Word given here in Ps 19. The whole idea of the Word, even in OT times, was of an internalization of God’s thoughts through believing meditation on the written Word. We offer six striking NT examples of successful OT saints as an … [Read more...] about The Word of the Law [Christmas]