The Believer and Indwelling Sin, Part 1b
Every day you face a decision with eternal consequences. Of course, I’m not talking about deciding what to wear to work or what to eat for breakfast. I’m talking about making the choice either to go to battle against attitudes and actions that contradict God’s law . . . or to allow sin to control you. Where do you stand in that war? How can you fight it more effectively? Consider that today on GRACE TO YOU withJohn MacArthur.
The Believer and Indwelling Sin, Part 1a
One theologian has said that holiness starts where justification ends . . . and if it doesn’t start, you can suspect that justification never started either. What does that mean for you and me? Well, if you don’t see holiness in a professing believer, it could be that person really is not a Christian. But does being holy mean a that you never sin . . . or hardly ever do? John MacArthur tackles that issue today, as he considers the question . . . Why Do I Still Sin?—here GRACE TO YOU.
Understanding the Wisdom of God (#2)
George Santayana said, “Almost every wise saying has an opposite one, no less wise, to balance it.” That’s the world’s philosophy for you. Every thought has value . . . no idea is better or worse than any other. Could that sort of philosophy find a home in today’s churches? Are we ever tempted to put human wisdom on par with God’s Word? Learn how to spot human wisdom . . . make sure you know why God’s wisdom is the only wisdom with life-changing power, both now and for eternity. Today, on GRACE TO YOU with John MacArthur.
Understanding the Wisdom of God (#1)
To what extent can human insight—even the greatest example if it—help you and your church minister to people’s deepest spiritual needs? Under what conditions is human wisdom instructive and helpful . . . and at what point does it exceed its usefulness? John MacArthur helps you answer those questions today on GRACE TO YOU. He calls his series . . . The Foolishness of God.
The Foolishness of God, Part 3b
Perhaps you’ve explained the gospel again and again . . . told friends about sin, God’s holiness, Jesus’ work of redemption, and the free gift of grace . . . and your message has been rejected. Why does that happen? Why are so many people so reluctant to embrace the good news of salvation? John MacArthur answers that question today on GRACE TO YOU.
The Foolishness of God, Part 3a
When the Macintosh computer came out nearly 40 years ago, Apple had a simple strategy to revolutionize the industry. As one consultant put it, Apple wanted “to make Mac so unique and innovative that [people] would be romanced into using it.” Now, to be frank, some church leaders have been following the Macintosh approach for decades . . . romancing unbelievers with an easy, non-threatening theology. But how does that approach align with Scripture? Find out today as John MacArthur shows you the dangers of allowing such marketing strategies to override biblical principleson GRACE TO YOU.
The Foolishness of God, Part 2b
In an effort to get more people into the church, many pastors have stopped preaching hard truths like sin and repentance. Now, what do you think? Is the trend towarddeemphasizing sin a wise strategy for today’s evangelical church? ? Hear what John MacArthur has to say about human wisdom on this edition of GRACE TO YOU . . . as he continues his current series.
The Foolishness of God, Part 2a
An actor says people need to love each other more . . . a writer says education can solve society’s problems . . . a politician says more government spending canput an end to society’s ills. Today, human wisdom has crept into some churches . . . staining pure doctrine. And that means many people are being led to trust what can’t be trusted.Take a close look at what God’s Word offers today on GRACE TO YOU, as John MacArthur continues his series . . . The Foolishness of God.
The Foolishness of God, Part 1b
These days it seems that people trust in science to answer life’s questions . . . hope that politics, will improve the world . . . see education as the path to ultimate fulfillment . . . or look inward, believingthat inner voice is the best guide in life.The result? Human wisdom is elevated. God’s wisdom is considered foolish. So how can you be sure you’re trusting in God’s wisdom . . . not the world’s? John MacArthur answers that question today on GRACE TO YOU.
The Foolishness of God, Part 1a
You know, doubts about the gospel’s relevance are nothing new. People have always struggled to believe the gospel . . . because it defies human wisdom and appears to be—in a word—foolish. But today on GRACE TO YOU, you’re going to see how God’s Word can meet your most profound needs, answer your deepest questions . . . and direct your steps . . . as John MacArthur launches his study called . . . The Foolishness of God.