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

Student Government Association chaplain, Campbell Bortel, teaches that surrendering in obedience to God is always worth it.  He shares the story of Abraham's faith displayed in Genesis 22:1-19.

Student Government Association chaplain, Campbell Bortel, teaches that surrendering in obedience to God is always worth it. He shares the story of Abraham's faith displayed in Genesis 22:1-19.

SGA Chapel - 3/18/2019

In this message, Dr. Thomas White teaches that marriage reflects the mysterious beauty of the Gospel.  His text is Ephesians 5:22-33.

In this message, Dr. Thomas White teaches that marriage reflects the mysterious beauty of the Gospel. His text is Ephesians 5:22-33.

ID: We Are the Mysterious Bride in Christ

Today's speaker is Trent Griffith, senior pastor at Gospel City Church in Granger, Indiana.  Pastor Griffith gives us valuable lessons from the life of Gideon, found in Judges 6-8.

Today's speaker is Trent Griffith, senior pastor at Gospel City Church in Granger, Indiana. Pastor Griffith gives us valuable lessons from the life of Gideon, found in Judges 6-8.

Finishing Well

In his second message on the issue of singleness, Sam Allberry shares some of the ways we typically misunderstand singleness in the church today.

Common Misconceptions About Singleness

Sam Allberry, pastor and writer from Maidenhead, UK, begins a 2-day series on the issue of singleness.  Today, he focuses on what Jesus says about marriage, as well as what the Bible teaches about marriage and singleness.

Sam Allberry, pastor and writer from Maidenhead, UK, begins a 2-day series on the issue of singleness. Today, he focuses on what Jesus says about marriage, as well as what the Bible teaches about marriage and singleness.

Singleness, Marriage, and the Gospel

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association.  Speaking from Matthew 25:14-30, Campbell Bortel shares that a faithful servant is faithful to the gospel.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. Speaking from Matthew 25:14-30, Campbell Bortel shares that a faithful servant is faithful to the gospel.

SGA Chapel - 3/1/2019

Today's speaker is Dr. Rick Melson, Vice President for Advancement at Cedarville University.  Speaking from Romans 12:1-2, John 15, and Acts 2:42-47, Dr. Melson shares three priorities we have as Christians involving our relationships to God, to other believers, and to the world.

Today's speaker is Dr. Rick Melson, Vice President for Advancement at Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 12:1-2, John 15, and Acts 2:42-47, Dr. Melson shares three priorities we have as Christians involving our relationships to God, to other believers, and to the world.

Do Theology: Three Priorities for Gospel-Driven Living

Today's speaker is Dr. Andy Naselli, Associate Professor of New Testament & Theology at Bethlehem College and Seminary.  Dr. Naselli uses Revelation chapters 12 and 20 to show the culmination of the biblical theme of Jesus Christ defeating Satan.

Today's speaker is Dr. Andy Naselli, Associate Professor of New Testament & Theology at Bethlehem College and Seminary. Dr. Naselli uses Revelation chapters 12 and 20 to show the culmination of the biblical theme of Jesus Christ defeating Satan.

Today's speaker is Dr. Andy Naselli, Associate Professor of New Testament &amp; Theology at Bethlehem College and Seminary.  Dr. Naselli uses Revelation chapters 12 and 20 to show the culmination of the biblical theme of Jesus Christ defeating Satan.

The Serpent and The Serpent Slayer

Today's speaker is Wes Polsdorfer, CFO and COO of The Romanoff Group in Delaware, Ohio.  Mr. Polsdorfer shared that the choices we have made in the past, and are making in the present,  determine future outcomes.

Today's speaker is Wes Polsdorfer, CFO and COO of The Romanoff Group in Delaware, Ohio. Mr. Polsdorfer shared that the choices we have made in the past, and are making in the present, determine future outcomes.

Choices

Speaking from Psalm 73, Dr. Jason Duesing cautions us against the temptation of having a maximized view of man, and a minimized view of God.

Is This a Dream?  No, It's Far Worse...and Better

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