Tag: John 3

  • ”The Lord Opened Her Heart”

    ”The Lord Opened Her Heart”

      Ezekiel 36:25-27; John 3:5-8; Acts 16:13-15 (texts); Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 7 August 10, 2014 • Download this sermon (PDF) As a matter of courtesy, please advise Rev. Nollie Malabuyo if you plan to use this sermon in a worship service. Thank you.   Congregation of Christ: Lord’s Day 7 of the Heidelberg Catechism teaches…

  • His Life for His Sheep

    His Life for His Sheep

    The Bible says that Jesus accomplished the salvation of those whom the Father has chosen. He did not just make possible salvation to all—sheep and goats alike—but he actually saved all the sheep. His death is always spoken of as actually making full satisfaction of the justice of God on behalf of the elect. Thus,…

  • “I Will… I Will… I Will…” (Ezekiel 36:24-29)

    “I Will… I Will… I Will…” (Ezekiel 36:24-29)

    Can a person resist the Spirit once he starts changing their hearts? If an elect person continues to resist the Spirit’s saving work in him, how can God ever accomplish his eternal decree of salvation in him? He will never be saved, and therefore, God’s word will be broken.

  • “Brother, Are You Born Again?”

    “Brother, Are You Born Again?”

    To our surprise, all those who raised their hands were herded into a room where there were some other people waiting. After a few friendly questions about who we are and where we came from, they asked us, “Are you born again?” I was shocked and offended, and wanted to retort back, “What is it…