Ligonier Ministries
WEBLigonier Ministries exists to proclaim, teach, and defend the holiness of God in all its fullness to as many people as possible. We support the church by providing trustworthy teaching to help Christians know what they believe, why they believe it, how to live it, and how to share it. Read About Ligonier.
The Trinity - Ligonier Ministries
WEBMar 10, 2022 · The doctrine of the Trinity is foundational to the Christian faith and to Christian living, since knowing God is at the heart of biblical religion and God is fully revealed as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the unfolding of the divine mystery. The one true and living God eternally exists in three distinct yet inseparable persons.
The Word of God | Ligonier Ministries
WEBThe Word of God is a frequently used way to describe or identify the Bible, the collection of sixty-six books written over the course of at least fifteen hundred years by Apostles and prophets, humanly speaking, and breathed out by God, divinely speaking.It is called the Word of God because God is the primary author and the prophets and Apostles are secondary authors.
Dispensationalism - Ligonier Ministries
WEBDispensationalism is a modern hermeneutical system of theology that exists as an alternative to historic Reformed covenant theology. Dispensationalism originated in the nineteenth century in the writings of John Nelson Darby. It has spread rapidly throughout the church in the Western world since in the second half of the nineteenth century.
Fasting - Ligonier Ministries
WEBMay 12, 2023 · Fasting is an act of longing and desire, specifically a longing and desire for a fuller sense of God’s power and presence. The incarnate God embodies the divine presence and power (John 1:14; Col. 2:9; Heb. 1:3). In answering the question of John’s disciples with a question of His own, Jesus says in effect that because He is the end to ...
The Nature of God | Ligonier Ministries
WEBMar 9, 2022 · Introduction. “God is a spirit, infinite, eternal, and unchangeable, in his being, wisdom, power, holiness, justice, goodness, and truth.”. This succinct definition from the Westminster Shorter Catechism (Q&A 4) provides a sound place to begin our consideration of the nature of God to help us avoid inaccurate concepts and notions.
What Is a Covenant? - Ligonier Ministries
WEBAug 21, 2023 · A covenant is usually thought of as a contract. While there surely are some similarities between covenants and contracts, there are also important differences. Both are binding agreements. Contracts are made from somewhat equal bargaining positions, and both parties are free not to sign the contract. A covenant is likewise an agreement.
The Return of Christ | Ligonier Ministries
WEBMar 9, 2022 · The revelation of the saving work of God in time is framed by the first and second coming of Jesus. In His first coming, Jesus accomplished the work of redemption. When He comes again, He will bring about the consummation of all things in final judgment and salvation. The return of Christ is meant to produce hope in Christians who are suffering.
Spiritual Gifts - Ligonier Ministries
WEBAug 12, 2021 · The gifts of Spirit fall into two general categories: continuing gifts and gifts that have ceased. Continuing gifts include such things as wisdom, knowledge, distinguishing spirits or discernment, faith, mercy, service, teaching, exhortation, and generosity. Importantly, all believers are to exercise each of these qualities to some degree.
Bible Reading Plans for 2024 - Ligonier Ministries
WEBDec 27, 2023 · Bible Reading Plans for 2024. Nathan W. Bingham. 6 Min Read. A new year brings fresh opportunities to grow in the knowledge of God through His Word. As you consider your study plans for the year ahead, we invite you to explore an array of Bible reading plans that can help you meditate on the Scriptures daily.