Last week on Words of Grace, we began a new series on the life of John the Baptist, considering his miraculous birth as well as the prophetic words of Gabriel and Zacharias regarding his ministry. Today, we resume this focus, paying special attention to the message John preached, his rugged “prophet’s” persona, and the boldness he exuded. Continue reading “The Ministry of John the Baptist, Part 2”
The Redemption of Ruth | Ruth Chapter 4
The notion of a “Kinsman Redeemer” is a completely foreign concept to us in the modern, western world. As with many parts of ancient life, they had vastly different cultural norms and practices. But God, through interacting within these systems, communicated the gospel – His gospel – to humanity in ways they could understand. As Ruth was redeemed by Boaz to raise up seed to her deceased husband, so have we been redeemed by our Saviour Jesus, who gave himself for us on the cross, paying for our sin, that our “name be not blotted out in Israel.” Continue reading “The Redemption of Ruth | Ruth Chapter 4”
The Ministry of John the Baptist, Part 1
In today’s edition of Words of Grace, we begin a three part series on the ministry of John the Baptist, that faithful preacher of God who ushered in the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Radio broadcast for October 4, 2020 Continue reading “The Ministry of John the Baptist, Part 1”
God’s Unfolding Purpose | Ruth Chapter 3
Continuing our series through the book of Ruth, we come to chapter 3 in which Naomi schemes to unite Ruth with Boaz, her near kinsman. Here, God’s purposes in their lives become a little more in view! Message 3 in our series through Ruth, from June 2020.
A Picture of Providence | Ruth Chapter 2
From Ruth Chapter 2, we find a beautiful occurrence of God’s providence, the Lord leading Ruth to the fields of Boaz, a near kinsman redeemer. This message was delivered at our Sunday drive-in service for July 15, 2020.
Two Reactions to Tragedy | Ruth Chapter 1
In this message, we begin a study of a very encouraging book: Ruth. From chapter 1, we learn of the great tragedy in the life of an Israelite named Naomi, and the faithful response of her daughter in law Ruth. From our June 7, 2020 worship service.
There is a Book!
Racial tensions? Police brutality? Anarchism? How can we navigate such issues? If there was only a book that informed us! Great news: There is! The Bible gives us clear, relevant instruction on every single of these pressing issues. From our June 1, 2020 drive-in service.
The Word is not Bound
Despite being arrested for preaching, Paul observed that the gospel of Christ was never bound. In fact, it cannot be contained! From Paul’s life and Joseph’s life in Genesis, we consider God’s overruling providence in this message from May 2020.
Lessons from the Manna
From Exodus 16, we study and learn lessons from the manna that God gave the children of Israel for food at May 24, 2020 drive-in service.
The Blessing of the Church
From our “drive-in” service for May 10, 2020, Pastor Ben Winslett speaks of the blessing of the Lord’s church from various Psalms about “Mount Zion” as well as Hebrews chapter 12.