The Sovereignty of God and Prayer by John Piper

“the Spirit of God intercedes for us according to the will of God” (Romans 8:27)

I am often asked, “If you believe God works all things according to the counsel of his will (Ephesians 1:11) and that His knowledge of all things past, present, and future is infallible, then what is the point of praying that anything happen?”

Usually this question is asked in relation to human decision: “If God has predestined some to be his sons and chosen them before the foundation of the world (Ephesians 1:4) then what’s the point in praying for anyone’s conversion?”

The Glory of Christ in Imputation – Our Sin to Him, His Righteousness to Us!

For our sake He made Him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. (2 Corinthians 5:21)

The Hallelujah Chorus of Heaven (Revelation 19:1-5)

Pastor Steve returns to our study of the book of Revelation (Revelation 19:1-5). It is on the glorious theme of praise and worship and glory of God marked by the word “hallelujah.” we pray this message encourages you in your daily walk with the Lord to live godly before Him and others.

A Prayer of Contentment (from the Valley of Vision)

“Christian contentment is that sweet, inward, quiet, gracious frame of spirit, which freely submits to and delights in God’s wise and fatherly disposal in every condition” (The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment)

“The Riches of Our Redemption” (Ephesians 1:3-14)

Pastor Steve unfolds one of the most profound passages of God’s Word on our great salvation. “The Riches of Our Redemption” (Ephesians 1:3-14). May your hearts be encouraged in worship of God who has redeemed us eternally through Jesus Christ our Lord.

From the Pastor’s Study – the Importance of reading God’s Word every day!

The importance of reading and studying God’s Word everyday can never be taken lightly. It is the life breath of any true believer in Jesus Christ! The leadership at The Cross are reading through the Bible this year. Join us in today’s reading: Genesis 43, Mark 13, Job 9, Romans 13.

God’s Word… A Weapon of Mass Instruction

Our only rule of faith and practice is God’s Word. Its authority knows no equal. May this article encourage you as to its sufficiency and supremacy. (Psalm 19:7-9)