God speaks for Himself, through His word.

And often, taking it in without commentary is beneficial.

So, what does The LORD say has been done for His sons and daughters?

What does their Father say He's made them to be?

What has been given to them?

Justin invites you to listen, and meditate.

References:

Romans 5:8; 8:31, 34; 12:6

1 Corinthians 1:30, 2:12

2 Corinthians 1:22, 5:21

Ephesians 2:4-5, 4:7, 5:1-2

Colossians 2:13

2 Thessalonians 2:16

2 Timothy 1:7, 9

Hebrews 9:24, 11:39-40

1 Peter 1:3

2 Peter 1:3-4

1 John 3:1, 24; 4:13, 16a; 5:11, 20

Revelation 1:5-6

Acts 8 tells us that "Even Simon himself believed."

It also tells us that "he was baptized."

Yet later, Peter spoke to him in a condemning fashion.

So, what exactly did Simon "believe?"

Will Christians meet him in the new creation?

Justin seeks to explain how the issue can be better understood.

*Clarification:* it's debatable what it means that the Samaritans received The Holy Spirit. It could have more to do with the manifestation of gifts than being indwelt. Justin says that given his comment that the Samaritans were eventually sealed for the day of redemption.

Esau.

That name sends a chill up and down the spines of many Christians.

Because, repentance.

They understand Hebrews 12:17 to mean that he wanted to repent of sin, but his window to do so had closed.

And, they fear the same has actually happened to them.

But is that what the letter's author meant?

Justin believes a different understanding is more accurate, and hopes to calm his brothers' and sisters' nerves.

It's believed and taught that Christians must obey in order to remain saved.

Justin still doesn't believe that.

He explains why with more commentary which is rooted in Scripture.

Listen, and become further equipped to refute that false and damning claim.

Perhaps you've read Justin's writing on the subject.

Whether you have or haven't, he now speaks on it.

It's believed and taught that Christians must obey in order to remain saved.

Justin doesn't believe that.

He explains why with commentary which is rooted in Scripture.

Listen, and become equipped to refute that false and damning claim.

Justin believes that Hebrews, 1 John, and Revelation are the epistles which frighten Christians the most.

On this episode, the best Old Testament commentary is front-and-center.

It happens to contain several warnings.

And they paralyze many of Justin's brothers and sisters.

He aches for them.

And he aims to shed light on how the warnings are misunderstood.

Leviticus.

Is it possible to look forward to reading that book when it shows up on your Bible-reading plan?

If it seems crazy to ask that question, brace yourself.

Is it possible to be...excited while reading it?

Justin believes, yes.

Join him for a high-level walkthrough of Moses' third book, and hopefully understand why.

Repentance.

That might be the most controversial topic in Scripture.

What is it?

What isn't it?

Justin offers answers to those questions.

And he does so in part by connecting Jesus' earthly ministry to a concept in the Old Testament which he believes is overlooked.

Do you struggle with morbid introspection...

...with anxiety, dread, depression, despair, panic attacks?

And likely, by extension, assurance?

Well, the Reformation concept of 'extra nos' might help you.

It helps answer questions like, "where does a sinner's salvation lie?"

And Justin believes it's also invaluable for strengthening assurance.

God's Way of Peace: https://www.monergism.com/gods-way-peace-ebook

The reformer John Calvin wrote, "We ought to read the Scriptures with the express design of finding Christ in them."

He did because Christ said that.

Church leaders and congregants need to do that.

Christ is to be found outside the gospel accounts.

Justin offers insight into how that is done.