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

Listen as Aaron Cook encourages us to pursue biblical friendship and encourage one another to see and savor Christ for who He is.   Mr. Cook serves as Director of Discipleship Ministries at Cedarville University.

Listen as Aaron Cook encourages us to pursue biblical friendship and encourage one another to see and savor Christ for who He is. Mr. Cook serves as Director of Discipleship Ministries at Cedarville University.

The Gospel and Biblical Friendship

Dr. Thomas White, speaking from Nehemiah 4, teaches that in times of trial or opposition, we must keep pursuing the Lord's will while finding strength in our great and awesome God.  Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

Dr. Thomas White, speaking from Nehemiah 4, teaches that in times of trial or opposition, we must keep pursuing the Lord's will while finding strength in our great and awesome God. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

The Sword and the Trowel - Neh. 4:1-23

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Junior Class of students.  Class chaplain, Caleb Whicker, teaches that when we see Jesus for who He really is, we see self-denial for what it really is.  His text is Mark 8:27-38.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Junior Class of students. Class chaplain, Caleb Whicker, teaches that when we see Jesus for who He really is, we see self-denial for what it really is. His text is Mark 8:27-38.

Junior Class Chapel - 10/16/2019

Pastor Sam Allberry gives his second message from Isaiah 40, focusing on God's strength and power.

Does God See? - Isaiah 40:12-31

Listen as Sam Allberry, pastor and writer from Maidenhead, UK, brings a message of comfort from Isaiah 40:1-11, describing the bigness of God's heart.

Does God Care? - Isaiah 40:1-11

Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.  Speaking from Nehemiah 3, Dr. White teaches that God uses normal people to accomplish His purposes for His glory.

Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Nehemiah 3, Dr. White teaches that God uses normal people to accomplish His purposes for His glory.

That’s Not My Job - Neh. 3:1-32

Dr. Bill Mounce, speaking from Romans 8:28-30, reminds us that God uses the pain and suffering in our lives to make us more like Jesus Christ.  Dr. Mounce serves as President of BiblicalTraining.org.

Dr. Bill Mounce, speaking from Romans 8:28-30, reminds us that God uses the pain and suffering in our lives to make us more like Jesus Christ. Dr. Mounce serves as President of BiblicalTraining.org.

Is God All Good All the Time?

Listen as Pastor Eric Simpson teaches that uncertainty is the soil in which faith flourishes.  His message is taken from John 6:16-21.  He serves as Lead Pastor at Eagle Church in Whitestown, Indiana.

Listen as Pastor Eric Simpson teaches that uncertainty is the soil in which faith flourishes. His message is taken from John 6:16-21. He serves as Lead Pastor at Eagle Church in Whitestown, Indiana.

Stick Your Feet Out the Door

Dr. Jon Wood implores us to be obedient to God's Word, and to trust His promises and faithfulness.  He uses Deuteronomy 4 to recount Moses' doing this with the people of Israel.  Dr.  Wood serves as Vice President for Student Life and Christian Ministries at Cedarville University.

Dr. Jon Wood implores us to be obedient to God's Word, and to trust His promises and faithfulness. He uses Deuteronomy 4 to recount Moses' doing this with the people of Israel. Dr. Wood serves as Vice President for Student Life and Christian Ministries at Cedarville University.

The God Who Speaks

Today's Homecoming State of the University address is given by Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University.

State of the University Address

Chapel is the heartbeat of Cedarville University. Each weekday during the academic year, students, faculty, and staff gather for worship and Christ-centered preaching from God's Word. Listen to biblical messages from Cedarville faculty and staff, pastors, ministry leaders, and Christian thinkers who challenge the Cedarville community to know Christ more deeply and live faithfully for Him.

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