God’s Providence Applied in Our Lives by Joel R. Beeke

Trust in God’s Fatherly Sovereignty

First, the God-centered Christian worldview establishes our trust that our Father reigns over all things through His Son by the Holy Spirit. The Heidelberg Catechism says:

The eternal Father of our Lord Jesus Christ (who of nothing made heaven and earth, with all that is in them; who likewise upholds and governs the same by His eternal counsel and providence) is for the sake of Christ His Son, my God and my Father; on whom I rely so entirely, that I have no doubt but He will provide me with all things necessary for soul and body; and further, that He will make whatever evils He sends upon me, in this valley of tears, turn out to my advantage; for He is able to do it, being Almighty God, and willing, being a faithful Father. (Q&A 26)

… a beautiful scar … Neil Stewart – Tabletalk magazine

We are to forgive others with the same liberality with which God has forgiven us (Eph. 5:1). And when such a forgiving spirit is lacking, it calls into question our whole standing before God. When there is no forgiving spirit, it may be an indication that we haven’t actually trusted in Christ. For when God wipes a sinner’s slate clean, that soul is scarred with a merciful disposition toward others for the rest of their earthly lives. And what a beautiful scar that is!

ALL SERVICES canceled tomorrow – February 14, 2021 – at Faith Fellowship Church of Tennessee, Illinois

Hi Everyone,

As you know it is very, very cold and will remain so for the next few days. So we are canceling all services tomorrow at Faith Fellowship Church of Tennessee, Illinois. Please stay safe. If you need something and can’t get out, please give me a call, and I will try to arrange a ride or maybe run an errand for you.

Sincerely,
Pastor Dave