The Word and the Cross

A clear prophecy of the coming ministry of the Lord in Galilee! Also, Assyria to be punisher and punished.

The well-known stories of Isaiah's call and commission, plus the most famous verse in his whole book, about the coming of Immanuel!

Chapter 2 of Koran continues with swipes at our Book, and a history of "Abraham the Muslim" and his favored son, Ishmael. We learn also of the special house and Rock in Mecca, and more.

Israel's future and ours in the city above the hills, Zion. Beautiful pictures of the Millennium sit aside awful warnings of judgment.

We finish some delicate portions of Song of Solomon then goes on to Isaiah after some introductory comments regarding the divisions of the Bible. Isaiah brings Israel under sin and then tells them how to get rid of same.

Sura (Chapter) 2 is the longest in the Koran, with over 250 verses. We begin it today. We are introduced to Bible characters but without the corresponding accuracy about their lives.

A Christian-translated Koran available. Chapter (Sura) 1, very short but already a message to Christians and Jews!

Spurgeon addresses in a homely way, the criticisms many have of things and people in the church. In a second talk, we hear him speaking to preacher's attire on Sunday mornings.

Solomon' s love for his most exquisitely beautiful wife, and hers for him. Can Solomon stand for our "shepherd king" and his wife, the church?

The miraculous transmission of the Bible's text. You must have this foundation to be able to speak to those who say our Bible is "perverted." Last fully introductory lesson.

The final 2 chapters of the Phelps classic deal with our making Jesus Christ and His redemption the center and reason for our prayer, plus a warning to activisits among us not to abandon in their zealous activities, the still hour...

How did the Koran come to us? This is the standard story the Muslims have passed down.

Deep and searching study of the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer.

Ending of Ecclesiastes with a word to the youth... and a warning. Song of Solomon then begins with an introduction to a shepherd-king and his lovely lady.

Wisdom versus folly. More wise sayings from Solomon, "the preacher."

Our extended introduction to the Koran now includes an inquiry into Islamic persecution of Christians and the question of Muslim growth and conversions.

Is Muhammad the last prophet God has sent? And what about ecumenicity, just (officially) getting along with, or even joining with, Islam?

Solomon continues to see the negative in life "under the sun." He describes perfectly the lives of all humans on earth today attempting to live life meaningfully... without God.

"John Ploughman" is a name assumed by Charles Spurgeon as he steps out of the pulpit to talk to common men as a common man, a "plowman" or farmer. This selection is about laziness. Spurgeon, as always, spares no punches.

What is the Kingdom of God for which we pray whenever we pray the Lord's Prayer? Are we Kingdom People? Are we in exile?

Biblical warnings about false prophecies and anything that would take preeminence away from Jesus Christ. Also a look at Isaac and Ishmael and their descendants.

Ecclesiastes, "the Preacher" speaks of the vanity of life "under the sun".

Some have morning prayer, and some add to that an evening prayer. How many lift up prayers throughout the day to connect morning and evening? Phelps' challenge is a serious one...

Some beliefs of Islamists: Sharia. God. Jesus. Jinns. Salvation.

We end the book of Proverbs with Solomon's last entry and the words of Agur and Lemuel, or rather Lemuel's mother. The classic description of the "perfect" wife is included.

My 2012 book that gives a description of the Koran and other Islamic information. Part 1, the Book itself.

Spurgeon speaks of the greatest commandment of all, yet one we scarcely discuss. After telling the beauty of the law, he reminds us that we in no way can keep it. Be sure to listen to the very end!

Many proverbs centering on the avoidance of "the fool"... given to us by one who was the wisest king of Israel (except King Jesus).

Peter, Jude, and John confirm what we set out to prove: the sovereignty of God is taught from cover to cover in your Bible. But no one should claim this teaching is without its tension. Somehow in this mystery is included the responsibility of man. Keep searching the Mind of Christ, revealed in His Book!

Puritan Manton waeves together a multitude of Scriptures to make the point his title announces.

The foolishness of drinking wine. Honey... in moderation. Stay out of court. Visit to a lazy man. And much more wisdom...

From 1 Corinthians through James we continue to trace the simple fact that our God does what He wants when He wants with whom He wants. He's a big God!

How much time to we spend with God? Is it delightedly, willingly, or grudgingly?

Exhortations to the good, holy life, from a father to a son, and all of us.

Undeniable evidence from Acts and Romans that God is in charge, for those who may have wondered...

Welcome to the Word and the Cross!

Perfect supplement to the Sovereignty series we are posting daily. Spurgeon's clear description of the enemies that come against God's church and the members thereof, coupled to the declaration of victory against every attack! The church, and all of its true members, remain unvanquished. Blessed message!

John's Gospel is a veritable powerhouse of information on the subject we are studying: allowing God to be God. Do join me on this one!

The good and the bad, the rich and the poor, the wise and the foolish... contrasted.

Calvin's exposition on Ephesians 6:10-18, from the current issue of the Free Grace Broadcaster. Note: Calvin was not merely a promoter of the "doctrines of grace", He was a Bible scholar par excellence!