Lord willing, in the spring of 2025, we plan to teach a series on the Apostles’ Creed at Immanuel. In preparation for this series, I purchased several books on the Apostles’ Creed. The following three are my favorites, with one bonus book thrown in for good measure.
One of the ways pornography enslaves us is that we simply don’t talk about it. Sin thrives in secrecy.
This book is truly and remarkably insightful with respect to the character of God, the nature of man, and the grace of God that changes our wills. Consider the following quotes, and consider reading The Confessions for yourself!
There is a direct correlation between your thoughts and your character. What we think about throughout the day shapes us so much that we will become what we think.
Before I get to the heart of this post, let me beat you to the punch and say what you’re probably thinking. I’m a pastor, so I go to church because it’s my job and I’m paid to show up on Sunday morning.
Who are you? Who is the real you? Are you a recovering porn addict who has relapsed or a porn addict who has only momentarily been sober? Which is the real you? The victories, or the relapse?
We all recognize work when we see it and especially when we do it. However, many of us are confused about why we ought to work.
My youth pastor wasn’t uniquely qualified for this role. He was just willing to wake up at 5:00 AM to help a group of young men grow in spiritual maturity.
I understand non-Christian groups and individuals opposing the law, but I suppose I’ve been surprised by the number of evangelicals who think the new law is either silly, foolish, or harmful.
Regular Pastor 