In chapter 7 of Precious Remedies against Satan’s Devices, Thomas Brooks warns us about false teachers. He states Satan uses such wielders of error to “deceive, delude, and undo” his victims. According to the Bible, false teachers are a deadly menace, not just an annoyance or distraction. Such wicked messengers attacked the Israelites, drawing them […]
How great the Father’s love: How to stop worrying and love your election
Why pursue a relationship with Christ if he hasn’t chosen you? Learn how Satan uses the biblical doctrine of election to keep people from God. A trustworthy election We just experienced an election in the U.S. in which one of the candidates consistently expressed distrust in its reliability. He cast doubt on the electoral process […]
Man of sorrows: Why feelings aren’t required for faith
Sorrow is not a prerequisite for salvation. Learn why you shouldn’t let your feelings keep you from a life of faith. “I take you to be my lawfully wedded spouse; to have and to hold from this day forward; to love, honor, and cherish; in sickness and health, in prosperity and adversity; as long as […]
Unity: The indispensable quality of an unconquerable church
Satan attacks the church through division. In unity, Christians can stand against him. Learn 12 ways the church can remain united. Let’s broadly review what Thomas Brooks has taught us about Satan in the main points of the previous three chapters. Satan tries to lure use into sin through craft, trickery, and deceit. If this […]
Perspective: See the struggle for holiness through a gospel lens
Our perspective on constant temptations can color the way we see ourselves. But we can learn to view our path toward holiness in light of God’s mercy. Imagine a panicked family member waking you in the night. You must follow them immediately. Your high-rise apartment building is unsafe. Collapse may be imminent. You join the […]
What do I do when my feelings don’t match my faith?
You’re at church on a Sunday morning. People around you raise their hands as they sing from their hearts. You see expressions of heartfelt joy on their faces. And you long to experience these feelings with them. But it’s just not there. You talk with a Christian friend, updating each other on your lives. A […]
What is true grace?
In every other article before this one, we’ve found a way to reword the “remedies” Thomas Brooks offers to counteract Satan’s devices. In this article, we’re going to concentrate on Brooks’ definitions and explanations of true grace instead. We could easily devote an entire blog – not just one post, but the whole thing – […]
