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CS Lewis on Justice (Our Move Away From a Retributive View)

C.S. Lewis made the interesting observation that there was a shift in how our culture viewed of justice. We have moved away from a traditional view of justice (retributive) to a “humanitarian” view of justice. He argued that such a move was misguided and very dangerous. In the end, it actually does away with justice […]

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Moo on Romans 13:1-7

I find Moo’s commentary on Romans 13:1-7 insightful. These are from his Romans Commentary: “Paul demands a “submission” to government: not strict and universal obedience. “Submission,” as we pointed out in the exegesis of v1, denotes a recognition of the place that God has given government in the ordering of the world. The Christian submits […]

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Overcoming Evil with Good (Rom 12:17-21)

Here’s the notes for my sermon on Romans 12:17-21 “Overcoming Evil with Good,” preached at Cross of Christ Fellowship in Naperville. You can listen to the audio here.                     “Overcoming Evil with Good” Romans 12:17-21INTRO: 21 years ago, roommate getting phone call to turn on TV as I got ready for my class.                    […]

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A JOYFUL GOSPEL

How do we find and experience true and lasting joy? What is the relationship between joy and questions about God? GOD: THE GOD OF EVERLASTING JOY The one true God—who made everything, who rules over everything, who orders all things—is a God of everlasting joy. Unlike us, God is uncreated and eternal. There never was […]

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One Question to Ask Your Mormon Friend

Mormonism (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) is VERY different from historic, biblical Christianity. One simple question makes this plain. How Many Gods are There in All of Reality and All of Existence? Although Mormons call themselves Christians, and use many of the same terms as Christians (Jesus, God, Bible), the religion of the […]

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Calvin on ‘Blessing Those who Persecute Us’

“Bless those who persecute you, bless and do not curse them.” (Rom 12:14) How does a Christian do this? Calvin’s words are insightful: “Arduous is this, I admit, and wholly opposed to the nature of man; but there is nothing too arduous to be overcome by the power of God, which shall never be wanting […]

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NAPERVILLE COLLEGE MINISTRY EVENTS: FALL 2022

If you are a student at North Central College (or a college student in the Naperville area), our church Cross of Christ Fellowship is hosting two events to welcome and meet you! ICE CREAM AT JENI’S on Thursday August 25th at 7 PM (Jeni’s Ice Cream in downtown Naperville). STUDENT LUNCH AT MOD PIZZA on […]

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HUMILITY OR ABSURDITY

Here’s my sermon notes for Romans 12:3-8 “Humility or Absurdity” preached at Cross of Christ Fellowship in Naperville. You can listen to the audio here. Romans 12:3-8 HUMILITY OR ABSURDITYINTRO: FOOL MOON RISING. Story of Moon being proud and boasting of its light.      -Moon is a fool because all of his light is a given […]

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A Worshipping Life (Romans 12:1-2)

Here’s my sermon outline for Romans 12:1-2 “A Worshipping Life” preached at Cross of Christ Fellowship in Naperville. INTRO:-Cousin comes to faith illustration.        -The “now what” question: I have become a Christian, so now what do I do? àANSWER: Worship God!                    -The Christian life is a worshipping life. The heart of being a Christian […]

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Evangelical Eloquence QUOTES

Here’s some more memorable and important quotes from R.L. Dabney’s book “Evangelical Eloquence.” “The preacher’s business is to take what is given him in the Scriptures, as it is given to him, and to endeavor to imprint it on the souls of men.” (37) “The exclusive preaching of doctrine to professed Christians tends to cultivate […]