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Did the Resurrection really happen?

RC Sproul on The Manhattan Declaration

http://www.ligonier.org/blog/the-manhattan-declaration/
... Without question, biblical truth must be proclaimed and the gospel preached prophetically to our nation. But how could I sign something that confuses the gospel and obscures the very definition of who is and who is not a Christian? I have made this point again and again since the days of ECT. Though the framers of the Manhattan Declaration declaim any connection to ECT, it appears to me that the Manhattan Declaration is inescapably linked to that initiative, which I have strenuously resisted.  More than that, this new document practically assumes the victory of ECT in using the term “the gospel” in reference to that which Roman Catholics are said to “proclaim” (Phil. 1:27).

The Roman Catholic Church has a long history of using studied ambiguity in order to win over opponents. Let me be unambiguous: Without a clear understanding of sola fide and the doctrine of the imputation of Christ’s righteousness, you do not have the gospel or gospel unity (1 Cor. 1:17; 2 Cor. 5:21). The ECT initiative repeatedly avowed that the signatories had a unity of faith in the gospel. This included Roman Catholic signers who affirm the canons and decrees of the sixteenth-century Council of Trent, which anathematizes sola fide. I believe there are true and sincere Christians within the Roman Catholic and the Orthodox churches. But these people are Christians in spite of their church’s official doctrinal positions.

9 Marks Conference Scotland Feb 12-13th 2010

9Marks Conference 2010

The 9Marks Conference 2010 aims to help build healthy local churches by encouraging leaders and members to re-establish their Biblical bearings and re-think their ministry methods.

 When?

• Friday 12th February 2010 (registration 6.30pm, 7pm start)
• Saturday 13th February 2010 (8am-4pm)

Where?

• Charlotte Chapel, 204 West Rose Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4AZ.

Who is speaking?

• Mark Dever, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington D.C.
• Paul Rees, Charlotte Chapel, Edinburgh
• Liam Garvie, St Andrews Baptist Church, St Andrews

Who is it for?

Any active member of a local church who wants to see their church more closely follow the Biblical example. Particularly for leaders and elders (or those aspiring to be) but suitable for anyone who cares passionately about the health of their local church. If you love the local church, any church, this conference is for you.

What is the course about?

"9Marks" stand for the 9 Biblical marks of a healthy church. If you want to find out what they are you need to come to the conference or get a preview on the 9Marks website. At the conference the 9 Marks will be explained and we will discuss how they can be implemented practically so that we can all help our churches display God's glory more clearly.

Mark Dever is an international author and speaker with a special interest in the subject of the local church. His ministry through 9Marks has had enormous influence in shaping the ministry methods of many biblically thinking local churches. Do not miss out on your chance to hear from Mark on his favourite subject.

What is the cost?

• £20, includes breakfast, lunch and refreshments.

How can I book?

• book online
• download a booking form (to pay by cheque)

For more information contact 9marks@charlottechapel.org.

A poster is available if you would like to publicise this event in your church.

Shepherding your childs heart - Justin Taylor link

Tedd Tripp Parenting Conference at Mars Hill

September 19-20, 2008, Pastor Tedd Tripp (author of Shepherding a Child’s Heart, and co-author of Instructing a Child’s Heart) gave a conference on parenting at Mars Hill Church’s Ballard campus in Seattle. The sessions were as follows:

1. The Call to Formative Instruction
2. Giving Kids a Vision for God’s Glory
3. Helping Kids Understand Authority
4. Helping Kids Understand the Heart
5. Overview of Corrective Discipline

 

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