Stanford Murrell Apologetics, Biblical Doctrines, Calvinism, Christian Living, Church, Faith, Jesus, Jesus, Regeneration, Sin & Repentance, Theology

A Presuppositional Sin Associated with the Doctrine of Predestination

It is not uncommon for a non-Christian to react emotionally against the Biblical doctrine of predestination, and assume that they are not numbered among the elect. The question for such a person is this: “Who told you to think that you are not predestined for salvation?” It is a wicked thought, and a presumptuous position … Continue reading A Presuppositional Sin Associated with the Doctrine of Predestination

Stanford Murrell Apologetics, Biblical Doctrines, Calvinism, Christ, Politics, Christian Living, Election, Faith, Jesus, Salvation & Justification, Theology

Sola Fide: The Rallying Cry of the Reformation

The rallying cry of the Reformation was Sola Fide, meaning justification by faith, alone. The challenge for the average Evangelical Christian is to articulate what this means, and here is where the Church should be concerned. Despite being in a local religious assembly for many years, multitudes of professing believers are still at a basic … Continue reading Sola Fide: The Rallying Cry of the Reformation

Stanford Murrell Christian Living, Church, Culture & Society, Faith, Jesus, Jesus, Salvation & Justification, Sin & Repentance, Worship

The Destructive Results of Self-Forgiveness

“Would you live for Jesus, and be always pure and good?Would you walk with Him within the narrow road?Would you have Him bear your burden, carry all your load?Let Him have His way with thee. His power can make you what you ought to be;His blood can cleanse your heart and make you free;His love … Continue reading The Destructive Results of Self-Forgiveness

Adam Murrell Christian Living, Church, Faith, Jesus, Jesus, Salvation & Justification, Sin & Repentance

How Does the Lord Remove A Lampstand?

“Unto the angel of the church of Ephesus write… Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick [lampstand] out of his place, except thou repent” (Rev. 2:1, 5). As I study Revelation afresh, my attention has … Continue reading How Does the Lord Remove A Lampstand?