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 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 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 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 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 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. John Snyder and Dr. Stephen Yuille talk about the impact of the Sermon on the Mount on their lives and ministries.
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 MoreIn this week’s episode, John Snyder continues exploring the letters of Samuel Rutherford. Rutherford is known for his poetic descriptions of Christ. Even when his life was difficult, he continued to speak of Christ’s worth and beauty.
Read MoreThis week we continue reading from the prison letters of Samuel Rutherford. Rutherford offers careful and tender counsel on the nature of assurance.
Read MoreIn this week’s episode, John Snyder continues exploring the letters of Samuel Rutherford. Rutherford is known for his poetic descriptions of Christ. Even when his life was difficult, he continued to speak of Christ’s worth and beauty.
Read MoreSwim through your temptations and troubles to be at that lovely, amiable person, Jesus.
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