Isn’t Grace Too Free? (Buildup to Romans 6)

Bible Studies, Romans, Simeon Trust

Sometimes, defending a culture of gospel mercy means saying sharp words. In Romans, Paul finds it necessary to defend himself from false accusations. Some are hearing the shocking good news of justification by faith alone, and they panic. This is too much! Paul is promoting an immoral disregard for the law! Paul actually calls these…

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Advent: The High Callings of Jesus in Luke 1

Advent, Bible Studies

I dropped off the kids for a late start at school yesterday, then drove around town taking pictures of our beautiful snowfall. An old “firewood” sign was my favorite: “Get it while it’s hot.” With the snow driven over the “h,” it was clearly not “hot” anymore. More like “not.” Hope everyone got firewood in…

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Simeon Trust; Advent: Luke 1

Advent, Bible Studies, Simeon Trust

I’m excited for a couple upcoming study opportunities (especially since I put off seminary classes to help our kids through a year of off-and-on zoom school).  —First, a handful of people at our church plan to take the Simeon Trust intro course together this month. —Second, this should help prepare me for what I hope…

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