Surveys show that more than 50 percent of people in the U.S. have prayed the sinner's prayer and think they're going to heaven because of it even though there is no detectable difference in their lifestyles from those outside of the church. On this issue- the most important issue on earth- we have to be absolutely clear. We need to preach salvation by repentance before God and faith in the finished work of Christ.
J. D. GreearThe gospel points us upward to a God who gave himself for us, backward to the price he paid for our sin, and forward to what heโs making us into.
J. D. GreearWorry springs from not being convinced of a sovereign God's absolute love for you. Worry disappears when you realize that God loves you unfailingly and will let nothing interrupt His plans for your good.
J. D. GreearAt your church, the week is more important than the weekend. Empower people and send them out for the week.
J. D. Greear