The Gospel in the Whole Story
"In this "throwback" video, SEBTS evangelism professor and NorthWake elder, George Robinson, reminds us to not always reduce the gospel to a select few Bible verses. Instead, learn to provide the full context of this grand redemptive story." The Gospel in the Whole Story
How to Bridge any Conversation to the Gospel
"One of the most prevalent reasons that people who have been trained to share their faith fail to do so is that they are not quite sure how to bridge everyday conversations toward the gospel." As this idea likely resonates with many of us, take a few minutes to read what George Robinson has to say about bridging everyday conversations into gospel conversations. How to Bridge Any Conversation to the Gospel
Loving on Sunday!
This past Sunday (8/26/18) we explored 1 John 4 and the radical idea of coming to church on Sunday to love one another!  Here’s a helpful prompt along those lines from Ed Welch: 2 Simple (Yet Profound) Questions to Ask Someone at Church This Sunday And here is the prayer that I prayed over us during communion.  I hope it prompts your own prayers to be more loving! A Prayer of Edward Pusey (1800-1882) Good Jesus, Fountain of Love, Fill us with thy love. Absorb us into thy love; Compass us with thy love, That we may see all things in the light of
Sharing Your Testimony as a Bridge to the Gospel
"To begin with, our own relationship with God takes the shape of a story..." Dr. George Robinson, North Wake Elder and SEBTS Professor, writes to help us craft the telling of our own personal stories of faith and use these stories as a bridge to the gospel. https://www.ncbaptist.org/index.php?id=2378
The Mark of the Christian
This past Sunday I mentioned this excellent article by Francis Schaeffer, “The Mark of the Christian." It sets out the priority of loving one another as the distinguishing mark of followers of Jesus.  Click on the link below to access the abridged form of this article: Enjoy! Larry http://www.ccel.us/schaeffer.html
You Matter
I got this from one of our NW far flung ones recently. It’s worth a thoughtful read. Your engagement with our sent ones is vital. Do you and your family engage and support one of our missionaries? You really should. If you’d like more information on how you can do that or with whom, contact Rob at Robc@northwake.com for more information. Larry Your Petitions are Desperately Needed In Philippians 1 Paul is saying something notable, "Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your requests and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance."
l John Study Resources
As you study along with us in l John, here are some resources that you might find helpful: If you want to buy a commentary, here are two that I have found helpful that aren’t too technical: The Letters of John 1, 2, 3 John If you want a more technical commentary, this one by Karen Jobes has been helpful for me: Exegetical Commentary This online sermon series by John Piper is very insightful (and free!): Sermon Series by John Piper Acts 17.11
You Will Experience Suffering. Have You Prepared Yourself
"Suffering is not a topic for discussion as much as it is a reality each person must face. Yet, we tend to do little to prepare our hearts for it." As Christians, how do we prepare for the suffering we will inevitability face in this life? http://intersectproject.org/faith-and-culture/you-will-experience-suffering-have-you-prepared-yourself/
Gospel Sandcastles
Sundrenched mornings, filled with days at the pool, barefoot picnics with neighbors in the backyard, and refreshing time with family - this is what the best summers are made of. Have you considered how to redeem these priceless moments for the kingdom? John Stott reminds us, "Every Christian should be both conservative and radical; conservative in preserving the faith and radical in applying it." As you bring your daydreams of the perfect summer to life, consider how you can preserve what God’s Word commands us to live out in a radical way in your neighborhood, on the summertime road trip
Deepening Our Communion With Jesus
In this one-minute video from Pastor Larry posted by the Baptist State Convention of NC, Larry speaks to the necessity of establishing "deepening" practices in our lives that build depth in our relationship and intimacy with God. Well worth the listen. Here's a link to the video:Â https://vimeo.com/264498586
