Reclaiming Rest Radio

The reformer John Calvin wrote, "We ought to read the Scriptures with the express design of finding Christ in them."He did because Christ said that.Church leaders and congregants need to do that.Christ is to be found outside the gospel accounts.Justin offers insight into how that is done.

"Have I taken the mark of the beast?" Much preaching from and teaching on the book of Revelation results in my brothers and sisters asking themselves and others that question. Have any of us taken the mark of the beast? Can any of us take it? Justin seeks to provide clarity on the subject.

"How do I know?..." Justin believes that is the most commonly-asked question among professing Christians today. And it's usually followed by something specific. "...I'm a Christian?" "...I'm saved?" "...I'm elect?" "...my faith is genuine?" "...that I'm not deceived?" Justin also believes that he can help his brothers and sisters with that question.

Justin asks that regardless of your perspective, you listen with an open mind.Justin asks that you not assume things before, during, or after listening.Justin asks that you take time to process what he says.Sisters in Christ, Justin recorded this especially for you.Justin believes it's high time that Christians better understand a statement which Paul wrote to Timothy.It is one of Scripture's most controversial verses.The fallout of misguided preaching and teaching on it is incalculable.Many have been robbed of rest in Christ.Relationships among God's people have suffered.Much opportunity for learning theology and doctrine has been squandered.Unity in the church at large is far from where it ought to be.Thank God then that in The Gospel, there is hope and healing.

2 Corinthians 7. Worldly grief. Godly grief. Did Paul mean for professing Christians to determine which one they experience? Did the apostle want people questioning their salvation? What is worldly grief anyway? Or godly, for that matter? Justin seeks to answer those questions.

Justin still isn't about to declare which Christian tradition or denomination is the 'best.' (If that doesn't make sense...please see the previous episode, Part 1.) He still wants nothing to do with tribalism. He wants you to understand how the church is meant to operate according to the New Testament. That starts with preaching. Justin switches gears to the sacraments, and discipline. Tune in for explanations. link to Belgic confession: https://www.rca.org/about/theology/creeds-and-confessions/the-belgic-confession/#article29

True church? If that makes you nervous, please rest easy. Justin isn't about to declare which Christian tradition or denomination is the 'best.' He wants nothing to do with tribalism. He wants you to understand how the church is meant to operate according to the New Testament. That starts with preaching. Pure Gospel preaching, that is. Tune in for an explanation. link to Belgic confession: https://www.rca.org/about/theology/creeds-and-confessions/the-belgic-confession/#article29

Mainstream preaching and teaching present 1 John as a series of tests. Passing the tests means one can be confident of salvation. That is, until doubt creeps in... And for many, doubt sticks around...only to become despair. Hmm... Is that why the apostle wrote his first inspired letter? Did John write to test the salvation of his original readers? There is a small but growing minority which vehemently disagrees with the mainstream. What is the disagreement, and is it legitimate? Justin explains, and hopes to put confusion about 1 John to rest.

Understanding and embracing what it means to be in Christ is of paramount importance. The doctrine is prevalent in the New Testament epistles, after all. It informs us what to believe about ourselves, our Father, and Christian living. On this episode, Justin does some digging into the concept for your encouragement.

What is good news? How would you answer that question? Justin offers an answer here. If the answer seems straightforward, that begs another question..."Why do so many get The Gospel wrong?" The Gospel is good news. That means something for the believer's assurance. video of Michael Horton take: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caMVMayR690