Since the church is made up of sinners saved by grace it must constantly be realigned with the truth of God's Word Today W Robert Godfrey describes John Calvin's defense of the Protestant Reformation Download W Robert Godfrey's video teaching series The Necessity of Reforming the Church plus the digital study guide with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Meet Today's Teacher W Robert Godfrey is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and chairman of Ligonier Ministries He is president emeritus and professor emeritus of church history at Westminster Seminary California Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries [... more]

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The Christian Worldview Radio program discusses the faith advisors to President Trump, including Paula White-Kaine, who promotes the prosperity gospel and has been accused of misrepresenting God's word. The program also explores the concept of Christian nationalism and its implications, as well as the importance of maintaining a biblical worldview in the face of cultural and political pressures. [... more]

Biblical marriage and motherhood are being abandoned in modern society, with many women choosing to work outside the home instead of prioritizing their families. The Apostle Paul's teachings in Titus 2 emphasize the importance of wives and mothers being workers at home, loving their husbands and children, and being submissive to their own husbands. This is seen as radical and old-fashioned by many, but it is a timeless truth that is still relevant today. [... more]

The origins of Valentine's Day date back to the Roman Empire, where Saint Valentine, a Christian priest, defied Emperor Claudius II's ban on marriage for soldiers. Valentine's secret marriages and ultimate beheading on February 14th led to the holiday's association with love and romance, with traditions evolving over time to include exchanging cards, gifts, and expressions of affection. [... more]

Adoniram Judson, a pioneering American missionary, spent his life serving in Burma, facing numerous challenges, and ultimately achieving remarkable success in spreading Christianity. His journey, marked by periods of suffering and self-doubt, ultimately led to the translation of the Bible into Burmese and the establishment of a thriving Baptist church in the region. [... more]

The birth of Jesus Christ is set against the backdrop of Caesar Augustus's decree, which required a census of the Roman Empire. However, God is ultimately in control, orchestrating events to bring about the fulfillment of prophecy and the birth of the Messiah. The shepherds, who were considered ceremonially unclean, are chosen to be the first human evangelists, delivering the good news of Jesus' birth to others, and their example serves as a model for biblical leadership and evangelism. [... more]

The Christmas story is a powerful reminder of God's love and sacrifice, as Jesus, born in a manger, came to redeem us from sin and offer us a relationship with God. Mary and Joseph, despite facing ridicule and hardship, trusted in God's plan and played a crucial role in Jesus' birth. As we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, we are reminded that Jesus came to give us life, not just after death, but also during life, and that we can have a personal relationship with Him through faith and forgiveness. [... more]

The story of St. Nicholas, a man of selfless love and generosity, inspires reflection on the true meaning of Christmas. His life embodied the gospel message of love and generosity, and his acts of kindness pointed others to the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ. As people exchange presents and celebrate with loved ones, they're reminded that the greatest gift has already been given, and that sharing that gift with others is what truly makes this season special. [... more]

The story of the American Bonapartes, a family with a complex and fascinating history, is revealed through the tale of Jerome Bonaparte, Napoleon's youngest brother, who married an American woman, Betsy Patterson, and had a son, Jerome Napoleon, who went on to become the Secretary of the Navy and helped establish the Federal Bureau of Investigation. [... more]

Jesus' teaching on rendering unto Caesar what is Caesar's and unto God what is God's challenges believers to integrate faith into every sphere of life, including finances, and to prioritize the eternal over the temporal. Christians are called to be faithful stewards of God's resources, managing their finances wisely and living out their biblical values in all aspects of life. [... more]

The story of Jerome Bonaparte, Napoleon's youngest brother, who married an American woman named Elizabeth Patterson and had a son, Jerome Napoleon, who went on to become the Secretary of the Navy and helped found the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Their family's history is intertwined with the French and American empires, and their descendants played significant roles in shaping the course of history. [... more]

Jerome Bonaparte, Napoleon's youngest brother, married an American woman, Betsy Patterson, in 1803, sparking a love affair that would have far-reaching consequences for the Bonaparte family. Their son, Jerome Napoleon, would go on to become a prominent figure in American politics, serving as Secretary of the Navy and helping to establish the Federal Bureau of Investigation. [... more]

The Pharisees and scribes sought to trap Jesus with a question about taxation, but He responded by exposing their hypocrisy and revealing the true nature of authority and government. Jesus taught that it is our obligation to pay taxes, even if they are unjust, and to render to God the things that are God's. [... more]

The absurdity of lockdown measures and vaccine mandates is striking a chord with people, particularly truckers who have been on the front line of work and are now standing up against oppressive policies, reminding us that these measures would have been unsurvivable without people in trucks bringing essential goods to our homes. [... more]

The creation story demands the Christmas story because evil is afoot on the planet. The story of Narnia, created by C.S. Lewis, parallels the biblical account of creation and redemption, highlighting the importance of faith in the creator and savior, Jesus Christ. [... more]