How to Function in the Body, Part 2
From the pastor, to the nursery director, to the audio guy. . . the local church has a lot of different parts all vital to its life. So, what’s your role? If you’re not sure, how do you find out? Hear more on GRACE TO YOU with John MacArthur.
How to Function in the Body, Part 1
You know that Jesus is building His church with a variety of people . . . from different backgrounds . . . with all sorts of personalities and gifts. But is that simply for diversity sake? Or is there more to it—a more profound reason? John MacArthur works through those questions on GRACE TO YOU.
How to Pray, Part 2
On today’s GRACE TO YOU, John MacArthur answers questions from the members of his local church on the topic of prayer . . . perhaps some questions you’ve wrestled with in your own life. And if you’d like more resources on prayer, I’d encourage you to visit our website . . . G-T-Y dot ORG. There you’ll find numerous sermons and blog articles that explain what prayer is and how you can pray effectively.
How to Pray, Part 1
Martin Luther said, “Just as it’s the business of tailors to make clothes and cobblers to make shoes, so it’s the business of Christians to pray.” Certainly, there’s no more natural response for the believer saved by grace than to praise and worship God in prayer. John MacArthur explains on GRACE TO YOU.
How to Study Scripture, Part 2
Charles Spurgeon put it clearly: “If you wish to know God, you must know His Word. If you wish to perceive His power, you must see how He works by His Word.” Studying Scripture . . . seeing who Jesus is . . . applying what the Bible says about spiritual growth . . . that’s foundational to life as a Christian. So today John MacArthur’s going to help you get more out of your time in God’s Word. He’s answering some of the most common questions people have about studying the Bible. That’s on GRACE TO YOU.
How to Study Scripture, Part 1
You may have just entered the Christian ranks . . . or maybe you’re something of a veteran. But even if you’ve earned a stripe or two, there’s always something you can learn by getting back to the basics. Experience what you might call basic training for the Christian life, on the next GRACE TO YOU with John MacArthur.
Why I Love the Church, Part 2
People in churches don’t always act like—well— Christians. So that raises the question . . . Can you follow Christ and not be part of a church? Is that an option? Or if you’re a Christian, does God command you to love the church and commit yourself to one in your community? John MacArthur gives you answers on GRACE TO YOU.
Why I Love the Church, Part 1
If you ask a handful of church leaders why people love being in their congregations, you’d probably hear answers like . . . great music, friendly people, an enjoyable atmosphere. It’s fair to say, those are the main selling points for many churches today. But are those the main reasons to love a local church? Hear more on the next GRACE TO YOU with John MacArthur.
The Responsibilities of the Church, Preaching, Part 2b
Many churches today focus on building relationships, addressing emotional needs, having a contemporary style. But what is the role of the church . . . and the role of the pastor? How can a church and its pastor make sure they’re honoring the Lord every Sunday? Find out from John MacArthur on GRACE TO YOU.
The Responsibilities of the Church, Preaching, Part 2a
John MacArthur has spent more than five decades teaching the Bible verse-by-verse . . . often for nearly an hour at a time. Clearly, he’s committed to in-depth preaching. But should all pastors still preach like that? Since attention spans have dropped should pastors adapt their messages? Wouldn’t congregations be better served by shorter, more topical sermons? Hear more, on GRACE TO YOU with John MacArthur.