Evolution and Origins (1) [Basic Theology] We return to our survey of Ryrie's Basic Theology with a look at the first part of his chapter on the doctrine of man. He begins the subject by dealing with the notion of evolution and some of the problems with the theory. Today we simply reviewed the definitions for the three possible alternatives: evolution, theistic evolution, and … [Read more...] about 3.15.09 Study • Basic Theology
3.15.09 AM • Romans
Every Mouth is Stopped (Rm 3.19) The concluding verses of the 'sin section' of Romans contains words reminiscent of a court-room setting. It as if the prosecution has completed its case. All eyes turn to the defence, but nothing can be said. Every mouth is stopped. The whole world is guilty before God. Read the notes while you listen. … [Read more...] about 3.15.09 AM • Romans
3.12.09 Lois Herring Funeral
When Dying is Gain (Phil 1.21) Paul Johnson Lois Herring is the wife of long-time missionary pastor Dennis Herring. Her husband is the pastor of Chase River Baptist Church in Nanaimo, BC. She has been his 'right arm' for over fifty years. We had the privilege of gathering today in our church to support our brother and to honour Lois' life. The meeting was a gathering of … [Read more...] about 3.12.09 Lois Herring Funeral
3.8.09 PM • Our Church
Our Church, Your Ministry (Heb 10.24-25; Eph 4.11-13, 16; 1 Cor 16.2; Jn 13.34-35) Our message this afternoon focused on 'every-member ministry', but in the context of the covenant love that should characterize the local body of believers. This something we really try to emphasize in our church, with the goal of building a spiritual body among people of different ages, … [Read more...] about 3.8.09 PM • Our Church
The Pilgrim’s Progress Page
We concluded our study of Pilgrim's Progress with a testimony session where our people spoke about the themes, people, and places in Pilgrim's Progress that meant the most to them. It was an encouraging time, but we had a recording malfunction and only got a bit of the session recorded. As a result we decided not to keep it. Instead, we offer this post as a summary and link … [Read more...] about The Pilgrim’s Progress Page