This morning in chapel, Dr. J. R. Gilhooly, Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Cedarville University, preached through 1 John 2.Family RulesIn this passage, John addresses his readers as “my little children” because they are new in the family of God, and he’s about to give them rules. Every family has specific rules they follow. By watching the way someone acts, you can often tell what family they come from. When John tells us how to act, he’s telling us what it is to be a member of God’s family.John is clear that he’s not saying this so you can sin. God loves you so much that He doesn’t accept you for exactly how you are. Instead, He takes you and puts you into a family with distinct rules. If someone says they follow God but doesn’t follow the family rules, it’s understandable to question if they actually belong.Jesus Christ, Our AdvocateHowever, if you break the rules, it doesn’t mean you are cut off from the family. When a son is told by his father, “That’s not the way we behave in this family,” he never thinks he is no longer a part of the family. He’s just a member who is misrepresenting the family. We obey not so that we belong to the family but because we belong. When we sin, we have an Advocate — Jesus Christ — and He is the propitiation for our sins.Growing in Maturity In order to become part of the family, you don’t have to do a lot of difficult, complicated things. God has given a simple command: to believe and obey the Gospel. When you follow that command, you are made into a new person. You then are expected to grow.Christian maturity is like growing from a child into an adult. You don’t find the same jokes funny anymore. You don’t spend your time the same way. And you grow in your ability to follow Christ.Don’t think there’s an expectation that you’ll mess up a lot because you’re young. If you’re a Christian, you are to act by your Father’s name, no matter how long you’ve been saved. There’s a pattern already laid out for you to follow, and it’s not burdensome. The command He gives is simple, and the yoke He gives is light. Walk as He walked! This doesn’t mean that every decision you make will feel easy. That’s why God has given you a lot of older brothers and sisters in Christ to help you and counsel you.So, as you follow the Father who chose you, lean into the other family members He has given you and rest in the knowledge that you belong.

This morning in chapel, Dr. J. R. Gilhooly, Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Cedarville University, preached through 1 John 2. Family Rules In this passage, John addresses his readers as “my little children” because they are new in the family of God, and he’s about to give them rules. Every family has specific rules they follow. By watching the way someone acts, you can often tell what family they come from. When John tells us how to act, he’s telling us what it is to be a member of God’s family. John is clear that he’s not saying this so you can sin. God loves you so much that He doesn’t accept you for exactly how you are. Instead, He takes you and puts you into a family with distinct rules. If someone says they follow God but doesn’t follow the family rules, it’s understandable to question if they actually belong. Jesus Christ, Our Advocate However, if you break the rules, it doesn’t mean you are cut off from the family. When a son is told by his father, “That’s not the way we behave in this family,” he never thinks he is no longer a part of the family. He’s just a member who is misrepresenting the family. We obey not so that we belong to the family but because we belong. When we sin, we have an Advocate — Jesus Christ — and He is the propitiation for our sins. Growing in Maturity In order to become part of the family, you don’t have to do a lot of difficult, complicated things. God has given a simple command: to believe and obey the Gospel. When you follow that command, you are made into a new person. You then are expected to grow. Christian maturity is like growing from a child into an adult. You don’t find the same jokes funny anymore. You don’t spend your time the same way. And you grow in your ability to follow Christ. Don’t think there’s an expectation that you’ll mess up a lot because you’re young. If you’re a Christian, you are to act by your Father’s name, no matter how long you’ve been saved. There’s a pattern already laid out for you to follow, and it’s not burdensome. The command He gives is simple, and the yoke He gives is light. Walk as He walked! This doesn’t mean that every decision you make will feel easy. That’s why God has given you a lot of older brothers and sisters in Christ to help you and counsel you. So, as you follow the Father who chose you, lean into the other family members He has given you and rest in the knowledge that you belong.

Walking in the Light: Obedience and Love - 1 John 2:1-6

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association.  SGA Chaplain Isaiah Estepp encourages us to come to the King and find true life.  His text is Mark 5:1-20.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Isaiah Estepp encourages us to come to the King and find true life. His text is Mark 5:1-20.

SGA Chapel - 10/28/2022

Today's speaker is Dr. Ched Spellman, Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies and Lead Developer of Online Bible Programs at Cedarville University.  Dr. Spellman invites us to fear, and draw near to, the Son of God.  His text is Hebrews 4:14 - 5:10.

Today's speaker is Dr. Ched Spellman, Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies and Lead Developer of Online Bible Programs at Cedarville University. Dr. Spellman invites us to fear, and draw near to, the Son of God. His text is Hebrews 4:14 - 5:10.

Jesus is Better:  Hebrews 4:14 - 5:10

Listen as Dr. Thomas White teaches from Psalm 33 that our hope is God's unfailing love.  Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

Listen as Dr. Thomas White teaches from Psalm 33 that our hope is God's unfailing love. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

The Lord is Good:  Psalm 33

Today's special guest speaker is Artist and certified Master Penman, Jake Weidmann.

The Sacred Hymns

Todays speaker is Aaron Cavin, Senior Pastor of Life Community Church in Quincy, Massachusetts and Boston Send City missionary with the North American Mission Board.  Speaking from 1 Samuel 14:6-20, Pastor Cavin looks at who God is, and what He's capable of.

Todays speaker is Aaron Cavin, Senior Pastor of Life Community Church in Quincy, Massachusetts and Boston Send City missionary with the North American Mission Board. Speaking from 1 Samuel 14:6-20, Pastor Cavin looks at who God is, and what He's capable of.

I'm With You, Heart and Soul

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.  Speaking from Psalm 51, Dr. White teaches that genuine repentance requires a sincere and humble plea for mercy.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 51, Dr. White teaches that genuine repentance requires a sincere and humble plea for mercy.

The Lord is Good:  Psalm 51

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association.  SGA Chaplain Isaiah Estepp teaches the parable of the sower from Mark 4:1-20.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Isaiah Estepp teaches the parable of the sower from Mark 4:1-20.

SGA Chapel - 10/14/2022

Dr. Trevin Wax encourages us again in our prayer lives, looking at the second half of the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13.  Dr. Wax serves as Vice President of Research & Resource Development at the North American Mission Board.

Dr. Trevin Wax encourages us again in our prayer lives, looking at the second half of the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13. Dr. Wax serves as Vice President of Research & Resource Development at the North American Mission Board.

Dr. Trevin Wax encourages us again in our prayer lives, looking at the second half of the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13.  Dr. Wax serves as Vice President of Research &amp; Resource Development at the North American Mission Board.

The Kingdom Prayer - Part 2

Today's speaker is Dr. Trevin Wax, Vice President of Research & Resource Development at the North American Mission Board.  Speaking on the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6:9-13, Dr. Wax gives practical advice to help us in our prayer lives.

Today's speaker is Dr. Trevin Wax, Vice President of Research & Resource Development at the North American Mission Board. Speaking on the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6:9-13, Dr. Wax gives practical advice to help us in our prayer lives.

Today's speaker is Dr. Trevin Wax, Vice President of Research &amp; Resource Development at the North American Mission Board.  Speaking on the Lord's Prayer from Matthew 6:9-13, Dr. Wax gives practical advice to help us in our prayer lives.

The Kingdom Prayer - Part 1

Today's speaker is Dr. Chris Miller, Senior Professor of Biblical Studies at Cedarville University.  Dr. Miller continues the series entitled, "Jesus is Better", speaking from Hebrews 3:7 - 4:13.

Today's speaker is Dr. Chris Miller, Senior Professor of Biblical Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Miller continues the series entitled, "Jesus is Better", speaking from Hebrews 3:7 - 4:13.

Jesus is Better:  Hebrews 3:7 - 4:13

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