As our name suggests, Desiring God Church emphasizes the importance of our delighting in God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We often quote verses such as Psalm 16:11 and Philippians …
Evangelism: Dying Men Preaching in Love to Dying Men for God’s Glory
Jacob Smith
Richard Baxter famously wrote: “I preached as never sure to preach again, and as a dying man to dying men.” God has given the great privilege and work of evangelism to the church, which it …
In Acts 5:40–42, we see a fascinating situation unfold. The religious leaders in Jerusalem beat the apostles for preaching and teaching the gospel of Jesus and charge them to cease and desist. And what happens …
In Acts 5:12–16, we see an amazing scene glowing red hot with signs and wonders and astounding church growth. But nestled within this wild scene is an exhortation that we can’t allow to sneak past …
Consider the following version of Ephesians 2:1-10, without looking at your Bible. Is something wrong?
And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following …
True zeal and the spreading of fiery joy in Africa
Wil Hester
Last Sunday, our sermon centered on the command from Romans 12:11. Here we observed that in living out our service (or worship) to the Lord, we are to not be lazy in zeal, but fervent …
God is more excited about your redemption than you are. Zephaniah 3:14–20 prophesies of the coming day of redemption for God’s people through the gospel of Jesus. It is a day of great joy. And, …
The Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution is much in the news this month following President Trump’s executive order on ending birthright citizenship. Section 1 of the amendment reads:
All persons born or naturalized in the United …
As we have continued our image of God series this year we have seen how idolatry plays a role in us lending our bodies to serve things other than God. Paul implores us in Romans …
Are you a weary sinner worn down by your idolatrous pursuits, guilt-ridden and ashamed to return to God? God welcomes you in Christ. Are you a weary saint worn down by the trials and tribulations …
Snow should remind us who are in Christ of God’s kindness.
According to Queen City News, Charlotte has not seen measurable snow since January 2022. That’s a three year snow drought. That means, we (the Smith …
The Confusion of Christmas
“Happy Holidays!”
“Best wishes for the Festive Season!”
“Peace on earth!”
“Merry Christmas!”
“Joy to the World!”
We have heard and read and sung such expressions this season. Praise God, Jesus’ birth is a …
