Gamecock
Since Dec 26, 1999
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Gamecock
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“For non-reformed theologies..."at the end of the day, the security of the believer finally rests with the believer. For those in the opposite camp [Reformed], the security of the believer finally rests with God -- and that, I suggest, rightly taught, draws the believer back to God himself, to trust in God, to a renewed faith that is of a piece with trusting him in the first place." - D.A. Carson
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What the Arminian wants to do is to arouse man's activity: what we want to do is to kill it once for all---to show him that he is lost and ruined, and that his activities are not now at all equal to the work of conversion; that he must look upward. They seek to make the man stand up: we seek to bring him down, and make him feel that there he lies in the hand of God, and that his business is to submit himself to God, and cry aloud, 'Lord, save, or we perish.' We hold that man is never so near grace as when he begins to feel he can do nothing at all. When he says, 'I can pray, I can believe, I can do this, and I can do the other,' marks of self-sufficiency and arrogance are on his brow.
C. H. Spurgeon
Psalm 40 suggests a time in which grace will replace karma, and replace the very strict laws of Moses (i.e. fulfill them). I love that thought. David, who committed some of the most selfish as well as selfless acts, was depending on it. That the scriptures are brim full of hustlers, murderers, cowards, adulterers and mercenaries used to shock me; now it is a source of great comfort.
Tired of the market driven chants passed off as "worship music"? You know, they are a mile wide and an inch deep? Looking to bite off on meaty songs that help build your understanding of the Triune God? Tired of me-ology and ready for some serious study of God? Like the message of the old hymns, but the traditional arrangements somehow leave you hungering for something a bit different?THEN CHECK THIS OUT! Auburn Reformed University Fellowship
On Jordan's Stormy Banks
Arise, My Soul, Arise!
Beneath The Cross of Jesus
Be Though My Vision
Belmont Reformed University Fellowship
(Indelible Grace)
O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
O' For A Thousand Tounges To Sing
Yale Reformed University Fellowship
Be Thou My Vision
Texas Tech Reformed University Fellowship
O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
"So, this is all well and good Gamecock, but how can I use this in worship?" I'm glad you asked. These college kids have taken old hymns, recharged them, and put them on the web for all to use! Check out the Reformed University Fellowship Hymnbook Website for piano and guitar music, lyrics, overheads, etc.
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And if the chief question that Christianity must answer is, "How can I be happy?", I've seen no better response than that of C.S. Lewis: "I didn't go to religion to make me happy. I always knew a bottle of Port would do that. If you want a religion to make you feel really comfortable, I certainly don't recommend Christianity." But the question the Christian message answers is, "How can I, a miserable sinner, be accepted by a holy God?Michael Horton
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Why Gamecock?Gamecock was the nickname given to General Thomas Sumter.
Who was General Thomas Sumter?
From Wikipedia: Thomas Sumter (August 14, 1734 - June 1, 1832) was a hero of the American Revolution and went on to become a longtime member of the US Congress.
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His fierce battle style and his lack of fear earned him the nickname "The Gamecock". After the revolutionary war, he started his political career and served under the first four Presidents of the United States. He was a member of the House of Representatives from 1780-1793 and from 1797-1801. He served in the US Senate from 1801-1810.
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When he died on June 1, 1832, Thomas Sumter was the last surviving American officer of the American Revolution.
Pastor and professor Kim Riddlebarger carefully untangles the confusion surrounding this biblical doctrine. He considers common beliefs about the Antichrist and end times, closely examines the relevant scriptural passages, and explains how these passages have been interpreted historically by the church.
Pastors, professors, and concerned Christians seeking trustworthy guidance on the doctrine of the Antichrist will appreciate Riddlebarger's sound biblical approach.
What's in my CD player:
Reformation Reading Room
As for those of you who are left, I will make their hearts so fearful in the lands of their enemies that the sound of a windblown leaf will put them to flight. They will run as though fleeing from the sword, and they will fall, even though no one is pursuing them." Leviticus 26:36
You want to know what I think?
God is omnipotent. Most "Christian" churches are striving to hold true to Biblical truths.
I am a Christian of the Reformed Tradition. Being Reformed is not a prerequisite to entering the Kingdom. I think there will be some Presbyterians in hell, some Arminians and Catholics in Heaven. (please don't attack all Presbyterians with one brush, attack each branch based on it's own merit (or lack of merit)! I am aware of 10 flavors, so have at it...)I agree with many of the writings of Augustine, Luther, and Calvin. (The dead guys up above)
I believe that placing your faith in life and death of Christ is the only way to enter the Kingdom.
I believe that He was born to a virgin named Mary, who was a real person, worthy of respect, but not to be prayed to, through, or whatever. I believe Christ grew up in a house with at least one brother.
I believe that He died nailed to a cross, was resurrected three days later, and as we say, "Sittith on the right hand of God the Father almighty." I believe in the Godhead.I believe Man’s chief end is to “Glorify God and to enjoy Him forever.” (Westminster Catechism, Question 1)
I believe that people worshiping in certain denominations, who are not fighting to reform them from within, or leaving for a denomination/church that preaches the truth, are in spiritual jeopardy.
I believe in Sola Scripturum. I believe that the Bible is the only key to salvation. Yes prayer is critical, but let’s not forget, many sins are committed in the name of religion by people who "pray". Prayer should be checked against God’s Word. Remember, without a prayerful, distraught monk reading the Bible, there would not have been a Reformation.
Could there be some errors? NO! Since God gave it to the original writers, He can certainly guard over it as it is transcribed over and over. For it is written: ”The grass withers, the flowers fade, But the word of our God stands forever.”I believe that my sins are no better than anyone else’s. In the eyes of God, a homosexual’s sin is no worse than mine. Yes, there will be homosexuals in heaven (gasp); those who accept the atoning death of Christ, and renounce their lifestyle, will be there. Those who seek to have the church approve of, and celebrate their lifestyle, will have some explaining to do (as will the church leaders who play into this).
I believe in corporate worship, the encouraging of brothers and sisters. I believe the only solution to the race problem is God. I believe the only answer to any problem is God.I believe that there is a big problem with legalism. (Read about the Jewish leaders in the New Testament) I think many of us are wound to tight (one of my sins) and should be more supportive of those who are not as far along in their spiritual journey. (Don't confuse supportive as encouraging sin, but lifting up from sin)
I believe that The Holiness of God by R. C. Sproul is one of the best books ever written.
I believe that there are two times when I am as close to God as I can be in this world. When I am with someone who is about to die, or when I am in the delivery room at a birth. “Be still and know that I am God”
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The church in our generation needs reformation, revival, and constructive revolution.
At times men think of the two words reformation and revival as standing in contrast one to the other, but this is a mistake. Both words are related to the word restore.
Reformation refers to a restoration to pure doctrine; revival refers to a restoration in the Christianís life. Reformation speaks of a return to the teachings of Scripture; revival speaks of a life brought into its proper relationship to the Holy Spirit.
The great moments of church history have come when these two restorations have simultaneously come into action so that the church has returned to pure doctrine and the lives of the Christians in the church have known the power of the Holy Spirit. There cannot be true revival unless there has been reformation; and reformation is not complete without revival.
Such a combination of reformation and revival would be revolutionary in our day -- revolutionary in our individual lives as Christians, revolutionary not only in reference to the liberal church but constructively revolutionary in the evangelical, orthodox church as well.May we be those who know the reality of both reformation and revival, so that this poor dark world may have an exhibition of a portion of the church returned to both pure doctrine and Spirit-filled life.
(Francis A. Schaeffer, Death In The City, Ch. 1)
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Valley of Vision Ping List
Puritan Idelette;suzyjaruki;OrthodoxPresbyterian; Wrigley; Gamecock; jboot; Azhardliner; Alex Murphy; A.J.Armitage; 4Godsoloved..Hegave; Frumanchu; oldcodger; irishtenor; rwfromkansas; Calvinist_Dark_Lord; CARepubGal; RochesterFan; Biblical Calvinist; Bopper; rdb3; Dahlseide; Michael Townsend; RnMomof7; Aggressive Calvinist; lockeliberty; Diamond; Tares; Precisian; Dr. Eckleburg; Nobdysfool; Condi2008; George W. Bush;Jean Chauvin; fishtank; Don’tMessWithTexas; Jerry_M; XeniaSt; Analog Reigns; SoliDeoGloria; Lexinom; ReformedBeckite; alpha-8-25-02; ken in texas; sr4402; Ephesians 210; HarleyD; ksen; sheltonmac; Jonathan71; Godsrebel; Wallace T.; Topcat54; Ex-Episcopalian; strongbow; CCWoody; thePilgrim; Lee N. Field; ;drstevej;ovrtaxt; TonyRo76;Cedar; religion moderator; SquirrelKing; sola gracia; Corin Stormhands; GrannyML; Mary_at_His_feet; keeper53; lupie; ItsOurTimeNow;TheOldSchool; eccentric; Revelation 911; TruthConquers; Reborn;jocon307; forest keeper; lord calvinusCalm_Cool_and_Elected;johnk;isaiah55version11_0;where HE leads me; AlbionGirl
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An early morning chill lingers in a small town nestled in Eastern Germany. The majestic tower of the Castle Cathedral rises boldly over the still sleeping town.
While the town sleeps, a solitary figure makes his stand at the church, boldly posting his arguments against the majority view of the American Church.
The photographer zooms in to snap a close-up of the document posted on door of the Church.
Crowds in Wittenberg gather to read the document, and cheer in approval!
