In this final episode on Samuel Rutherford, Dr. John Snyder examines a series of Rutherford’sletters written to stir believers out of spiritual lethargy and call them to earnestness, holiness, and wholehearted pursuit of Christ. Rutherford says, “We are rather dry than thirsty.” His counsel is simple and searching: stop dwelling far from the well and return to Christ.
Read MoreWilliam Gurnall writes about suffering for God and suffering from God and the reality of doing so in this earthly frame. He mentions the comforts peculiar to those who suffer for righteousness and encourages us to be prepared, armored, and ready for a sudden march.
Read MoreWhat happens when a believer discovers that his soul is too small to contain the love of God? Rutherford’s answer is simple: stop standing on the shore and throw yourself into the ocean.
Read MoreWe encourage you to take a moment to read this stirring prayer. We believe you will be glad you did so. This prayer, originally titled “Love Lustres at Calvary,” is from The Valley of Vision, a collection of Puritan prayers and devotions published by Banner of Truth.
Read MoreIn this week’s episode, we continue our study through the letters of Samuel Rutherford by looking at the cost Rutherford paid for following Christ faithfully.
Read MoreHoratius Bonar encourages us to look at and deal with ourselves honestly in all things. To each of us he reminds: you must be careful not to flatter your heart, lie to your conscience, or think you are somehow deceiving God. May we heed his words and deal with ourselves honestly before God.
Read MoreSamuel Rutherford endured imprisonment, bereavement, sickness, and deep ecclesiastical conflict. Here, he writes, not as a detached theologian, but as a pastor greatly acquainted with sorrow, to encourage the suffering Christian.
Read More“…however the world may disregard and despise that expression of humility, in My eyes the countenance bespeaking contrition is beautiful.”
Read MoreSamuel Rutherford’s emphasis on experiential Christianity, in which truth is not only understood but also lived, is highlighted in this week’s episode of the Whole Counsel Podcast, with John Snyder.
Read MoreDr. Stephen Yuille writes about the destitute—who hunger and thirst—and of the hope for all those who turn to a righteous and forgiving God.
Read MoreLast week’s episode focused on preparing the heart for corporate prayer, this week turns to the practical side: How can a church begin a regular prayer service if it doesn’t have one? And once it exists, how can we participate more faithfully—whether leading out or following along?
Read MoreDr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones describes the one who is truly happy, the truly “blessed.”
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