Take Your Stand

We lay a foundation this week of themes and terms for the discussion to follow. The languages God chose to use and His preservation of the Scriptures are two major points that will continue to grow throughout the season. In the second half, I consider “Worship by the Book,” edited by D. A. Carson.

“Worship by the Book,” edited by D. A. Carson, written by Mark Ashton, Kent Hughes, and Timothy Keller:

https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Book-R-Kent-Hughes/dp/0310216257/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

As we continue the series on the Bible, we further explore the question, “Who’s Word Is It?” In this episode, we look at some specific examples where God commanded men to write down His Word. God was communicating a message, not just for the time of the human authors, but also for a time to come. The book this week is “Christ-Centered Biblical Counselling,” Edited by Bob Kellemen and Stephen Viars. I also talk about the music group City Alight.

Here I Stand Ministries Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/Here-I-Stand-Ministries-100620734621351

“Christ-Centered Biblical Counselling: Changing Lives With God’s Changeless Truth,” Edited by Bob Kellemen and Stephen Viars:

https://www.amazon.com/Christ-Centered-Biblical-Counseling-Changing-Changeless/dp/0736980660/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

What is the Bible? Where did it come from? How did we get it in English? These are just some of the questions I hope to answer in this season of the podcast. In this first episode, we explore the question, “Who's Word is it?" In the second part, I review the book, “The King James Only Controversy,” by James White.

Ryrie, Charles. “Basic Theology,” Kindle Edition. Moody Publishers: Chicago, 1999. pp. 78, 79.

“The King James Only Controversy: Can You Trust Modern Translations?” by James White:

https://www.amazon.com/King-James-Only-Controversy-Translations/dp/0764206052/ref=asc_df_0764206052/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312111868709&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16721771678846579239&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012684&hvtargid=pla-542474052863&psc=1

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

As we wrap up Chapter 3, we are reminded once again not to put our trust in mere man. God’s wisdom is far above our own or anything the world has to offer. I conclude with a few remarks about studying epistles in general, then review “Rediscover Church” by Collin Hansen and Jonathan Leeman.

“How to Read the Bible For All It’s Worth,” Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart:

https://www.amazon.com/How-Read-Bible-All-Worth/dp/0310246040#:~:text=%246.25,-Get%20Fast%2C%20Free&text=Comment%3A%20This%20item%20shows%20wear%20including%20some%20highlighting%20or%20writing.

“Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential,” Collin Hansen and Jonathan Leeman:

https://www.amazon.com/Rediscover-Church-Christ-Essential-Coalition/dp/1433579561/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

In this section of 1 Corinthians 3, Paul calls us to recognize what God has been saying and submit to it. The message may not be one the world honors, but the Lord’s wisdom is what we should seek. Also in this episode, I share about “Gospel-Centered Counselling” by Robert W. Kellemen.

“Gospel-Centered Counselling: How Christ Changes Lives,” by Robert W. Kellemen:

https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Centered-Counseling-Equipping-Biblical-Counselors/dp/0310516137/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Here is my Goodreads page if you wanted to get updates about other books I’m reading:

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17609217.Luke_Seibert

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

I share a brief word from 1 Corinthians 3, then interview Tish Bouvier about her book, “Everyday Haiku: Life is a Prayer.”

“Everyday Haiku: Life is a Prayer,” by Tish Bouvier:

https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Haiku-Prayer-Tish-Bouvier/dp/B092CR8785/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Here is Tish’s website:

https://tishbouvier.com/

Here is the podcast episode of “For the Church” that I referenced:

https://ftc.co/resource-library/podcast-episodes/episode-140-making-the-most-of-your-bible-study/

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

As Paul discusses the way we relate to the church, he gives a solemn warning. Yet rather than create a spirit of fear, these verses should move us to examine ourselves and also be encouraged by God’s love. Later in the episode, I share about “Soul Harvest” by Tim LaHaye and a principle of unity from Ephesians.

Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart. “How to Read the Bible For All Its Worth,” Kindle Edition. (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2014). P. 69.

“Soul Harvest: the World Takes Sides (Left Behind #4),” by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins:

https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Harvest-World-Takes-Behind/dp/1414334931/ref=asc_df_1414334931/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312736202848&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9357852367930904682&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012684&hvtargid=pla-570249018642&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=62017409437&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=312736202848&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=9357852367930904682&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012684&hvtargid=pla-570249018642

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Reading in context is so important, and part of 1 Corinthians 3 provides a perfect illustration of this point. There is a call for each of us to be careful in how we help build up the church spiritually. As the apostle Paul gives this instruction, he also offers a promise for those who faithfully serve the Lord. Also in this episode, I share about “Mere Christianity” by C. S. Lewis.

Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart. “How to Read the Bible For All Its Worth,” Kindle Edition. (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2014). Pp. 68, 69.

“Mere Christianity,” by C. S. Lewis:

https://www.amazon.com/Mere-Christianity-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652926/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Paul has been spending a lot of time speaking of the unity that ought to exist in a local congregation. That unity and cooperation gives each of us a level of responsibility in the service of the church. I look at how Paul calls each of us to “build” the church upon the one foundation—Jesus Christ. I also talk about “The Prodigal God” by Timothy Keller and share another aspect of unity we sometimes forget.

Fee, Gordon D. and Douglas Stuart. How to Read the Bible for All its Worth, Kindle Edition. (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2014). Pp. 68-69.

“The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Message” by Timothy Keller:

https://www.amazon.com/Prodigal-God-Recovering-Heart-Christian/dp/1594484023/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Here is the article on multi-ethnic worship I mentioned:

https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/the-graveyard-of-multi-ethnic-worship-why-her-velcro-sneakers-kill-me/

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

I share a brief word from 1 Corinthians 3, then I talk with Dr. Todd Price about Bible translation in the Roma languages. Having the scriptures in one’s own heart language is so powerful, and Dr. Price shares how he and his team are working toward this goal for the Roma people. In the section about books, I reflect on “The Visitation” by Frank E. Peretti.

To find out more about Dr. Price, the ministry, and how to donate, check out the following the link:

https://toddlprice.com/

“The Visitation” by Frank E. Peretti:

https://www.amazon.com/Visitation-Frank-Peretti/dp/1401685226/ref=asc_df_1401685226/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312134237227&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16273879332739184168&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012684&hvtargid=pla-574051155812&psc=1

Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright 1971, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.