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The Knowledge of Sin (Rm 3.20) The sin section of Romans comes to its conclusion with this verse, which gives the cause, or reason, why no man has any defense or anything to say before God. The law cannot justify, it can only reveal the depth of human need and human sinfulness. The deeds of the law only prove yet again how much we need righteousness not our own. Read the … [Read more...] about 3.22.09 AM • Romans

Our Church, Your Lifestyle What kind of life should Christians have? Our view is that Christians should pursue a simple Christian lifestyle that is conscious of the temporary nature of the world and eschews close association or familiarity with worldly things. Our church tries instead to encourage a biblically spiritual style of life. Read the notes while you listen. … [Read more...] about 3.15.09 PM • Our Church

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

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