July 2015

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Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God. “Teaching them… (Matthew 28:20a). Those who disciple are those who after being taught, observe and obey the truth they have been told. “…to observe all that I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:20b). Discipleship is also “…the obedience (agreement, respect, submission) to those teachings that promote the lifelong lifestyle of becoming ever more like Jesus (in my character), thereby bringing Him glory.” 
 
Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God.

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Following Jesus 79

Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God. “Teaching them… (Matthew 28:20a). Those who disciple are those who after being taught, observe and obey the truth they have been told. “…to observe all that I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:20b). Discipleship is also “…the obedience (agreement, respect, submission) to those teachings that promote the lifelong lifestyle of becoming ever more like Jesus (in my character), thereby bringing Him glory.” 
 
Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God. “Teaching them… (Matthew 28:20a). Those who disciple are those who after being taught, observe and obey the truth they have been told.

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Reformation Societies is a fraternal of the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals. It is supported only by its readers and gracious Christians like you. Please prayerfully consider supporting Reformation Societies and the mission of the Alliance.

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Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God. “Teaching them… (Matthew 28:20a).

Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God. “Teaching them… (Matthew 28:20a).
 
Those who disciple are those who after being taught, observe and obey the truth they have been told.

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Reformation Societies is a fraternal of the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals. It is supported only by its readers and gracious Christians like you. Please prayerfully consider supporting Reformation Societies and the mission of the Alliance.

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Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God.

Those who disciple are those who by teaching explain the truth of God.
 
Matthew 11:1 - “When Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in their cities.

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The Exercise

In 1579 the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland declared that "the exercise may be judged a Presbytery.” The history of Presbytery is inextricably intertwined with a practice known throughout the Reformed Church as the Exercise. And yet there are elements essential to the Exercise which are almost unknown in 20th century presbytery meetings. Many would say the 15th century Exercise more nearly resembled a 20th century Bible Study or Bible Class than a presbytery meeting.

In 1579 the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland declared that "the exercise may be judged a Presbytery.” The history of Presbytery is inextricably intertwined with a practice known throughout the Reformed Church as the Exercise. And yet there are elements essential to the Exercise which are almost unknown in 20th century presbytery meetings.

The Solas

The Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals Reformation Societies ares committed to the sola’s of Scripture that were rediscovered during the 16th century Prostestant Reformation. A brief description of each “sola” is appropriate.

The Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals Reformation Societies ares committed to the sola’s of Scripture that were rediscovered during the 16th  century Prostestant Reformation. A brief description of each “sola” is appropriate.  

Sola Scriptura 16

The controversial subject of “contextualization” and its relationship with Sola Scriptura factors into today’s evangelistic methodology. Does a commitment to the Scriptures preclude a commitment to contextualize when sharing the Gospel?

The controversial subject of “contextualization” and its relationship with Sola Scriptura factors into today’s evangelistic methodology. Does a commitment to the Scriptures preclude a commitment to contextualize when sharing the Gospel?

Forgiveness Made Easy 11

Note again. When we forgive, it is a poor and humble business compared with God's forgiving us, because we are only forgiving one another, that is, forgiving fellow-servants; whereas when God forgives us it is the Judge of all the earth forgiving, not his fellows, but his rebel subjects, guilty of treason against his majesty. For God to forgive is something great; for us to forgive, though some think it great, should be regarded as a very small matter.

By Charles H. Spurgeon.

"Forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you."—Ephesians 4:32.

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What is Discipleship? In addressing the subject, Dr. R.C. Sproul writes:
 
What is Discipleship? In addressing the subject, Dr. R.C. Sproul writes:
 
Besides the changes in worship and church government that the Reformation brought about, there was also a marked change in church architecture. During the medieval era, the altar was placed at the center of the chancel area in most churches because of the central place the celebration of the Eucharist held in the liturgy.

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What is Discipleship?  The Mission of the Church involves worship, evangelism, ministry and discipleship. “… Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:20a. Discipleship is a divine commission.
 
What is Discipleship?  The Mission of the Church involves worship, evangelism, ministry and discipleship. “… Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:20a. Discipleship is a divine commission.
 
What is Discipleship? It is the evidence and the disciplines that one is indeed a disciple of Jesus Christ. Discipleship is living a disciplined life to the glory and honor of God. A disciple is a follower; a pupil; one devoted to his teacher. I.e. Jesus Christ.

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PLACE FOR TRUTH

Biblical Characters: One Greater than Jonah

Reformation 21

The Ministry of Presence