This begins a series on Luke 16:19-31, the account of the Rich Man and Lazarus. Here we consider the two men's earthly states and think about the error of concluding that earthly prosperity evidences the blessing of God while poverty proves the absence of His blessing.
We conclude this series of messages on Hosea by making an overview of the entire book and finding the "dark sayings" about Christ and His redemption which appear repeatedly in the midst of God's pronouncement of judgment upon Israel. We focus particularly on Hosea 13:14 which is quoted by the Apostle Paul in 1 Cor 15.
The Lord pronounces judgment upon Israel and yet His great grief is revealed even as He effects His holy justice upon rebellious people.
This is the second and final part of J.C. Ryle's article entitled "Formalism." It is found in chapter 11 of his book, Practical Religion. Formal, nominal religion is a certain path to hell. God looks upon the heart.
This is a sermon by J.C. Ryle which we will continue with next Sunday as well. The danger of outward religion of forms and ceremonies apart from a converted heart.
Hosea exposes the craving for false gods among the Israelites. The more the Lord blessed them, the more they despised Him.
This is the second part of Ryle's article in which he demonstrates from Scripture that few, not most, of human beings are saved.
Today we read the first half of this great article/sermon by J.C. Ryle, Few Saved - which was taken from his book, Practical Religion. Have you been taught that most people will end up in heaven? Well, then this message is for you. Next half will be given next week.
Hosea's countrymen pretended to be God's people but they were idolaters at heart. In this chapter (9) God pronounces His judgments upon them.
Hosea announces to Israel that the Lord's trumpet is about to sound, announcing His judgment upon the nation for its idolatrous sins.
