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The Epistle of James is now Available!
October 3, 2017 by Sam Storms
Several weeks ago I announced that my entire series of sermon notes on the book of Hebrews was available on my website. Today I’m happy to tell you that all twenty-two lessons on the book of James are now posted. If you are unfamiliar about how to access these documents, simply click on Resources at the top of the Home page, and then on Articles. Look under Biblical Studies, and at the bottom of the list you will see both Hebrews and James. These twenty-two articles are essentially a verse-by-verse analysis of James. I hope and pray you will find them helpful in your life or ministry, or in both.
Challenging the Translation of Two Famous OT Texts (2)
By: Sam Storms
Challenging the Translation of Two Famous OT Texts (2)
By: Sam Storms
Yesterday I cited the work of Douglas Stuart who believes we have mistranslated two important OT passages. The first was Genesis 3:8. Today we turn to the second text, Proverbs 22:6. There the ESV renders: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” Continue reading . . . Yesterday I cited the work of Douglas Stuart who believes we have mistranslated two important OT passages. The first was Genesis 3:8. Today w...Read More ➔
Challenging the Translation of Two Famous OT Texts (1)
By: Sam Storms
Challenging the Translation of Two Famous OT Texts (1)
By: Sam Storms
In a recent article in Bibliotheca Sacra (171, July-September 2014; 259-73), the theological journal of Dallas Theological Seminary, Douglas K. Stuart of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary has provided us with a fascinating article. In it he challenges two traditional translations of well-known texts. Continue reading . . . In a recent article in Bibliotheca Sacra (171, July-September 2014; 259-73), the theological journal of Dallas Theological Seminary, Douglas K. Stu...Read More ➔
"What's the Point of the Millennium?" That's a Good Question!
4By: Sam Storms
"What's the Point of the Millennium?" That's a Good Question!
By: Sam Storms
I was somewhat surprised by a recent blog post (July 10, 2014) by Jim Hamilton of Southern Seminary, Louisville. You may recall that Jim was one of my dialogue partners at the Evening of Eschatology hosted by John Piper and Bethlehem Baptist Church. Continue reading . . . I was somewhat surprised by a recent blog post (July 10, 2014) by Jim Hamilton of Southern Seminary, Louisville. You may recall that Jim was one of my dialogue partners at the Evening of Eschatology ho...Read More ➔
Preaching Passionately about a Magnificently Real Reality
3By: Sam Storms
Preaching Passionately about a Magnificently Real Reality
By: Sam Storms
I just finished reading John Piper’s most recent book, Seeing Beauty and Saying Beautifully: The Power of Poetic Effort in the Work of George Herbert, George Whitefield, and C. S. Lewis (Crossway, 158 pp.). In my opinion, this is the best volume yet in his The Swans are not Silent series and I highly recommend you get it. Continue reading . . . I just finished reading John Piper’s most recent book, Seeing Beauty and Saying Beautifully: The Power of Poetic Ef...Read More ➔
Are You the Recipient of a "Heavenly Calling"?
2By: Sam Storms
Are You the Recipient of a "Heavenly Calling"?
By: Sam Storms
I was recently captivated (and still am!) with something I saw in Hebrews 3:1. It’s one of those statements that we rarely pause to consider, but this time was different. What caught my attention was the way in which the author of this letter describes those who by God’s grace have considered Jesus and put their faith in him. They (we!) are among those “who share in a heavenly calling” (v. 1a). Continue reading . . . I was recently captivated (an...Read More ➔
Does My Perseverance in Faith Depend on Anyone but Me?
1By: Sam Storms
Does My Perseverance in Faith Depend on Anyone but Me?
By: Sam Storms
In the previous article I wrote about the importance and necessity of perseverance in faith and how such endurance and continuation in our hope is the evidence of a genuinely born-again life. But it’s also important to take note of the provision God has made to enable his children to persevere. Continue reading . . . In the previous article I wrote about the importance and necessity of perseverance in faith and how such endurance and continuation in our hope is th...Read More ➔
Perseverance and "False Faith"
1By: Sam Storms
Perseverance and "False Faith"
By: Sam Storms
Preaching through the Epistle to the Hebrews compels one, whether he likes it or not, to face head on the question of perseverance. This letter more than any other in the NT addresses the importance and urgency of remaining and enduring over time in the faith that we profess. Continue reading . . . Preaching through the Epistle to the Hebrews compels one, whether he likes it or not, to face head on the question of perseverance. This letter more than any other in the NT ...Read More ➔
Living in the Light of the End of All Things (3)
By: Sam Storms
Living in the Light of the End of All Things (3)
By: Sam Storms
We’ve been looking at our responsibilities in view of the fact that “the end of all things is at hand” (1 Peter 3:7a). We’ve come to the third and fourth of Peter’s exhortations. Continue reading . . . We’ve been looking at our responsibilities in view of the fact that “the end of all things is at hand” (1 Peter 3:7a). We’ve come to the third and fourth of Peter’s exhortations. Here again is how the Apostle put...Read More ➔
Living in the Light of the End of All Things (2)
By: Sam Storms
Living in the Light of the End of All Things (2)
By: Sam Storms
If the “end” is near, how ought we to live? Continue reading . . . In the previous article I asked a question that was provoked by the apostle Peter in 1 Peter 4:7-11. “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to...Read More ➔
Living in the Light of the End of All Things
2By: Sam Storms
Living in the Light of the End of All Things
By: Sam Storms
It is widely reported (but may not be true) that the great 16th century Protestant reformer, Martin Luther, once said: “If I knew for sure that Jesus was coming back tomorrow, I’d plant a tree today.” Continue reading . . . It is widely reported (but may not be true) that the great 16th century Protestant reformer, Martin Luther, once said: “If I knew for sure that Jesus was coming back tomorrow, I’d plant a tree today.” Luther wasn&...Read More ➔
Why You Can't Sympathize with Christ but He Can with You
2By: Sam Storms
Why You Can't Sympathize with Christ but He Can with You
By: Sam Storms
It’s important for us to remember that the Incarnation involves far more than merely the idea of God becoming flesh and blood in the person of Jesus. The Son of God might conceivably have become a human being in Jesus of Nazareth and then lived out his life distant, cut off, and altogether remote from us and our struggles and our temptations. Continue reading . . . It’s important for us to remember that the Incarnation involves far more than merely the idea ...Read More ➔
How to be a Christian without Going to Church
4By: Sam Storms
How to be a Christian without Going to Church
By: Sam Storms
Is it possible to be a Christian without going to church? Kelly Bean says Yes in her new book, How to Be a Christian Without Going to Church: The Unofficial Guide to Alternative Forms of Christian Community. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker, 2014. 240 pp. $14.99. Gavin Ortlund begs to differ and has written an excellent review and critique of this tragically misguided book. Continue reading . . . Is it possible to be a Christian without going to church? Kelly Bean says Yes in he...Read More ➔
The "Moses Model" - A Recipe for Disaster?
1By: Sam Storms
The "Moses Model" - A Recipe for Disaster?
By: Sam Storms
What accounts for the relational disasters, financial corruption, and moral failures that continue to erupt in our local churches? There are undoubtedly numerous explanations that could be cited, but I want to focus on one that most people typically ignore: bad and unbiblical ecclesiology. Continue reading . . . What accounts for the relational disasters, financial corruption, and moral failures that continue to erupt in our local churches? There are undoubtedly numerou...Read More ➔
Salvation, Spiritual Gifts, and Seeing the Son
8By: Sam Storms
Salvation, Spiritual Gifts, and Seeing the Son
By: Sam Storms
I often hear from my cessationist friends that Hebrews 2:3-4 speaks against the notion that the so-called miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit are still operative today. Continue reading . . . I often hear from my cessationist friends that Hebrews 2:3-4 speaks against the notion that the so-called miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit are still operative today. The author of Hebrews says that the gospel message “was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested ...Read More ➔
Books at a Glance
By: Sam Storms
Books at a Glance
By: Sam Storms
I want to draw your attention to an extremely helpful and somewhat recent website, Books at a Glance (www.booksataglance.com). It provides numerous reviews and summaries of recent books and is an excellent way to stay up-to-date with what is being published. Continue reading . . . I want to draw your attention to an extremely helpful and somewhat recent website, Books at a Glance (www.booksataglance.com). It provides numerous reviews and summaries of recent books and is...Read More ➔
How "thin" is your skin?
1By: Sam Storms
How "thin" is your skin?
By: Sam Storms
Hebrews 4:4-8 is surely one of the more controversial and complex passages in the NT. Contrary to what some may think, the aim of the author is not to cause those who are truly saved to be fearful that they aren’t. Its aim is to cause those who are not truly saved but think they are to repent. Continue reading . . . Hebrews 4:4-8 is surely one of the more controversial and complex passages in the NT. Contrary to what some may think, the aim of the author is not to...Read More ➔
Would Jesus hang out in a strip club?
1By: Sam Storms
Would Jesus hang out in a strip club?
By: Sam Storms
What? Are you serious, or is this some sort of joke? Trust me, I’m entirely serious. The question was raised in the most recent issue of Christianity Today magazine (July / August 2014, 30-31). Three answers were given. Two of them were Yes, but for different reasons. One respondent said, Yes, to Heal the Abused. Another said, Yes, to Shine in the Dark. I have to say I didn’t find their arguments convincing. Continue reading . . . What? Are you serious, or i...Read More ➔
The Problem with "The Problem's Never At God's End"
2By: Sam Storms
The Problem with "The Problem's Never At God's End"
By: Sam Storms
[Andrew Wilson is fast becoming one of my favorite bloggers. He writes at www.thinktheology.co.uk. The following article was posted by Wilson last Wednesday, July 2, and deserves everyone’s close attention.] Continue reading . . . [Andrew Wilson is fast becoming one of my favorite bloggers. He writes at www.thinktheology.co.uk. The following article was posted by Wilson last Wednesday, July 2, and deserves everyone’s close attention.] "When people...Read More ➔
Were the Disciples Stupid or will Jesus Restore Israel? Or . . .
3By: Sam Storms
Were the Disciples Stupid or will Jesus Restore Israel? Or . . .
By: Sam Storms
On June 18 of this year an article was posted on the Charisma news service blog with the intriguing title, “Were the Disciples Stupid or Will Jesus Restore Israel?” The discussion concerned the response of Jesus to a question asked by his disciples in Acts 1:6 – “So when they had come together, they asked him, ‘Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?’” Continue reading . . . On June 18 of this year an article ...Read More ➔
Sacrificial Giving Smells Good to God: A Biblical Perspective on Money (3)
By: Sam Storms
Sacrificial Giving Smells Good to God: A Biblical Perspective on Money (3)
By: Sam Storms
We’ve been looking at Philippians 4:10-20 and Paul’s perspective on money. I’ve made three comments thus far and will bring this to a close today with my final two observations. Continue reading . . . We’ve been looking at Philippians 4:10-20 and Paul’s perspective on money. I’ve made three comments thus far and will bring this to a close today with my final two observations. But first let’s read the text again. “I rejo...Read More ➔
Sacrificial Giving Smells Good to God: A Biblical Perspective on Money (2)
By: Sam Storms
Sacrificial Giving Smells Good to God: A Biblical Perspective on Money (2)
By: Sam Storms
In this brief series of articles on money, I want us to look closely at what Paul says in the final paragraph of his letter to the Philippians. Continue reading . . . In this brief series of articles on money, I want us to look closely at what Paul says in the final paragraph of his letter to the Philippians. Here is what he wrote: “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you ...Read More ➔
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