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.  Isaac Dye, SGA Chaplain, encourages us to pursue God above all else by abiding in His Word.  In doing so, we find true joy that leads to a compelling witness.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. Isaac Dye, SGA Chaplain, encourages us to pursue God above all else by abiding in His Word. In doing so, we find true joy that leads to a compelling witness.

SGA Chapel - 1/10/2020

Dr. Matt Bennett concludes our GO Conference by sharing Paul's perspective on missions from 2 Corinthians 4:7-18.  Dr. Bennett serves as Assistant Professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University.

Dr. Matt Bennett concludes our GO Conference by sharing Paul's perspective on missions from 2 Corinthians 4:7-18. Dr. Bennett serves as Assistant Professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University.

Light and Momentary Less Than Weighty and Eternal

Today's GO Conference speaker is Dr. Danny Akin, President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Our God is a Missionary God

Dr. Danny Akin looks at the life and martyrdom of missionary Jim Elliot through the lens of Psalm 96.  Dr. Akin serves as President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Dr. Danny Akin looks at the life and martyrdom of missionary Jim Elliot through the lens of Psalm 96. Dr. Akin serves as President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Let All The Nations Give God Glory!

The Lion, The Lamb, and The World

Tonight's GO Conference speaker is Dr. Danny Akin, President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Marks of a Great-Commission People

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association.  Chaplain Isaac Dye shares from 1 John 3:11-24 that our love for our brothers and sisters gives us assurance that we are abiding in Christ.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. Chaplain Isaac Dye shares from 1 John 3:11-24 that our love for our brothers and sisters gives us assurance that we are abiding in Christ.

SGA Chapel - 12/5/2019

Dr. Mike Fabarez implores us to confess our sins to God, and experience the joy of His cleansing forgiveness.  His text is Psalm 51.  Dr. Fabarez serves as Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, California.

Dr. Mike Fabarez implores us to confess our sins to God, and experience the joy of His cleansing forgiveness. His text is Psalm 51. Dr. Fabarez serves as Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, California.

White as Snow

Today's speaker is Dr. Mike Fabarez, Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, California.  Dr. Fabarez uses Psalm 55 to give us a prescription for the pain we feel when we've experienced betrayal.

Today's speaker is Dr. Mike Fabarez, Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. Fabarez uses Psalm 55 to give us a prescription for the pain we feel when we've experienced betrayal.

Betrayed

Sophomore Class chaplain, Justin Schlabach, teaches from John 3:22-30 that when Jesus is made greater in our lives, it will produce gratitude, humility, and joy.  Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Sophomore Class.

Sophomore Class chaplain, Justin Schlabach, teaches from John 3:22-30 that when Jesus is made greater in our lives, it will produce gratitude, humility, and joy. Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Sophomore Class.

Sophomore Class Chapel - 11/25/2019

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