The centurion demonstrates his faith in Christ’s power by comparing it to his own authority over his soldiers. As a centurion, he can command his soldiers to go or do something, and they obey without question. His orders are like laws to them—well-trained soldiers understand that they must follow their officer’s commands without debate. In the same way, Christ has …
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“I Have Not Found Faith Like This In All Of Israel”
The centurion demonstrates his faith in Christ’s power by comparing it to his own authority over his soldiers. As a centurion, he can command his soldiers to go or do something, and they obey without question. His orders are like laws to them—well-trained soldiers understand that they must follow their officer’s commands without debate. In the same way, Christ has the power to speak, and things happen immediately.
The centurion, though he is a subordinate officer, still has authority over his soldiers, and if that is true for him, it is even more true for Christ, who is the supreme ruler over all things. The centurion’s soldiers are obedient, going and coming at his command. We should be just as obedient to God: we must follow His word and the directions of His will, going where He sends us, returning when He calls us back, and doing what He asks of us. When God’s will conflicts with our own, we must put aside our desires and obey His will instead.
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The Fifth Commandment
In this episode of Theology Applied, we revisit an old episode from October of 2023 with Eric Conn as he joins the show to discuss the significant challenges that Gen X and Millennials face when seeking to obey the 5th Commandment, especially in light of all the ways Boomers have destroyed America for future generations. Get your tickets now for …
Honoring Fathers & Mothers, Even When They’re Boomers
In this episode of Theology Applied, Eric Conn joins the show to discuss the significant challenges that Gen X and Millennials face when seeking to obey the 5th Commandment, especially in light of all the ways Boomers have destroyed America for future generations.
Gospel Fruit in Pastors and Congregations
There are very few faithful pastors today. If you’re blessed enough to have one, what should you do?
Are Christian Nationalists About To Have Egg On Our Face?
It’s clear that many within Evangelism aren’t exactly fans of Christian Nationalism. Their strategy to destroy the movement is simple: Draw a straight line from Christian Nationalism to “White” Nationalism. Unfortunately, some misguided Christian Nationalists seem to be making it easy for our opponents. Will Christian Nationalists wind up with egg on our face? What will likely come about over …
“The Lie Of Necessity”
When tyranny abounds, Christians must be all the more diligent to be “innocent as doves and shrewd as serpents.” So is it ever permissible for a Christian to tell a lie? In this sermon, Pastor Joel Webbon teaches on the doctrine of “the lie of necessity.”
A Primer On Christian Government | Conclusion – Part 6 of 6
When were all of these governments established by God? They were established at Creation in the Garden of Eden before sin entered the world. The fall of man affected the way these governments function, but it did not create them. May these governments decide to take on new assignments or jurisdictions? No, because these governments derive their authority from the …
A Primer On Christian Government | Theonomy – Part 5 of 6
What is the sphere and assignment given by God to the civil government? The sphere and assignment given by God to civil government is punishing criminals, establishing good order and justice in society through equal weights and measures, and praising the righteous. Does the Bible require a particular form of civil government? The Bible allows for some flexibility and freedom …
A Primer On Christian Government | Ecclesiology – Part 4 of 6
What is the sphere and assignment given by God to church government? God has given church government the Great Commission and authority over Christian worship. What is the means God has given to the church to carry out the Great Commission and Christian worship? God has given the church the Word and the Sacraments to carry out the Great Commission …
A Primer On Christian Government | Patriarchy – Part 3 of 6
What is the sphere and assignment given by God to family government? God has assigned the dominion mandate to families as well, with the particular tasks of providing for the basic nurture, health, welfare, and education of individuals in the household. Who are the magistrates of the family? Ordinarily, God gives husbands and fathers primary authority and responsibility for the …