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 Homecoming Week chapel guest is Cedarville University alumnus Tim Ware, founder and principal at Ware Consulting Group in Memphis, Tennessee.

Q & A with Tim Ware

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Paul Dixon, chancellor of Cedarville University.  Speaking from 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Dr. Dixon shares that God allows trials in our lives to make us caring, humble, praying, and thankful people.

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Paul Dixon, chancellor of Cedarville University. Speaking from 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Dr. Dixon shares that God allows trials in our lives to make us caring, humble, praying, and thankful people.

The Trials of the Cedarville Student

Cedarville University Archivist, Lynn Brock, gives a history of the faithful servants of God who were instrumental in translating the Bible into English.

For the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ

Today's Alumni Week chapel speaker is Dr. Tim Tuinstra, associate professor of Electrical Engineering at Cedarville University.  He shares his story of perseverance and trust in God through adversity.

Today's Alumni Week chapel speaker is Dr. Tim Tuinstra, associate professor of Electrical Engineering at Cedarville University. He shares his story of perseverance and trust in God through adversity.

The Fight, The Race, The Faith

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Junior Class.  Joe Nealis, class chaplain, shares a message from Galatians 1:1-9 entitled, "Four Things I Need to Believe in Order to Experience the Power of the Gospel".

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Junior Class. Joe Nealis, class chaplain, shares a message from Galatians 1:1-9 entitled, "Four Things I Need to Believe in Order to Experience the Power of the Gospel".

Junior Class Chapel - 9/28/2018

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Dan DeWitt, Director of the Center for Biblical Apologetics & Public Christianity and Associate Professor of Applied Theology & Apologetics at Cedarville University.  Dr. DeWitt reminds us of the hope we have in a risen Savior.

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Dan DeWitt, Director of the Center for Biblical Apologetics & Public Christianity and Associate Professor of Applied Theology & Apologetics at Cedarville University. Dr. DeWitt reminds us of the hope we have in a risen Savior.

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Dan DeWitt, Director of the Center for Biblical Apologetics &amp; Public Christianity and Associate Professor of Applied Theology &amp; Apologetics at Cedarville University.  Dr. DeWitt reminds us of the hope we have in a risen Savior.

The Friend Who Forgives

Listen as Dr. Kurt Bjorklund urges us to relish in Christ's generous grace toward us.  His text is Matthew 20:1-16.

Listen as Dr. Kurt Bjorklund urges us to relish in Christ's generous grace toward us. His text is Matthew 20:1-16.

A Distaste for Grace

Today's chapel speaker is  Dr. Jonathan Leeman, editorial director for 9Marks.  Dr. Leeman shared that our Gospel faithfulness should not only threaten an idolatrous culture , but it should also compel others to notice our love.

Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Jonathan Leeman, editorial director for 9Marks. Dr. Leeman shared that our Gospel faithfulness should not only threaten an idolatrous culture , but it should also compel others to notice our love.

Four Reasons Your Christian Faith is a Political Threat

Dr. Thomas White shares Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1:15-23 that we may have our eyes opened to the hope, value, and power found in Christ Jesus.

We Are Enlightened In Christ

Listen as Pastor Nathan Lino shares the promises of God regarding heaven and the resurrection of the dead.  He serves as lead pastor at Northeast Houston Baptist Church in Humble, Texas.

Listen as Pastor Nathan Lino shares the promises of God regarding heaven and the resurrection of the dead. He serves as lead pastor at Northeast Houston Baptist Church in Humble, Texas.

Trust God Fully in Life and in Death - Mark 12:18-27

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