There is a bomb threat at the Convention Center. Our evening was cut short
#G32023
. Many of us made our way back to the hotel lobby. Then we sang some praises to the Lord! God is always in control! 
A warrior at 83! Six weeks after having five stents, then an accident (fractured wrist) but still hoping to close
@shepconf
this evening.
@johnmacarthur
is among the rare breed. Pray for him!
“Give yourself unto reading. The man who never reads will never be read; he who never quotes will never be quoted. He who will not use the thoughts of other men’s brains, proves that he has no brains of his own. You need to read.” Charles Spurgeon
Wednesday, I moderated a great conversation with men from our church and John MacArthur as we discussed race, racism, and preaching in today’s context.
YOUR PRAYERS ARE NEEDED: Daniel lost his wife (Aida) hours ago. She became suddenly ill [in Spain] while he was attending the Shepherds' Conference here in Los Angeles. He flew back after learning that she was dying. Sadly, he didn't make it in time. Please share this.
A serious article worth reading. The true gospel has no part in Olsteen's message. Many flock to him, not for Christ and the hope of forgiveness, but for a temporary psychological & material savior.
Our church
@GraceComChurch
received an initial victory in court. We will comply with face coverings and social distancing until a full hearing on Sept 4th.
Read
@GraceComChurch
’s statement
In these spiritually dark times, there is one hope for our country. Yet, with each passing day, it seems He is being replaced by human effort and the gods of one's making. The principle of reaping and sowing is being manifest before us in disheartening ways. Fall on your knees!
Monday, I left Cedars-Sinai (arrived 6am left 6 pm) after a total right hip replacement. Amazing medical technology. The OR reminded me of something from a sci-fi movie. Once I get past the pain and dive into PT, life will be much better! Pray for me-I’m teaching Sat & Sun.
My son, Joseph, a Marine Infantry Captain, flew home to commission a childhood friend, Eliana Scott as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Corps. She’s been accepted to flight school! So proud of them! They are living Semper Fidelis! Such a strong look!
The Christian life is about two crucifixions-Christ's and ours. We must continually crucify self by the power of the Spirit. Remember, we die to live.
@johnmacarthur
at
@GraceComChurch
.
Please add this little angel to your prayer list. Amariah is battling leukemia. She's the daughter of Isaias & Dani Munoz. Isaias is a student at The Master's Seminary and an intern at Grace Comm. Church--Sun Valley. Even now, pause and offer a prayer to the God who heals & helps
Surely the events of yesterday prove that no political party has a monopoly of foolishness. Sin is rampant and waiting to boil over. Sad that many of these people will probably attend church with a clear conscience this weekend. This is bigger than politics...
My daily reason why I despise liberalism and its lack of vision:
#2
It rejects the sufficiency of Scripture and replaces it with secular alternatives which condemn men's souls.
For those who are jumping on the Defund the Police train. Here are some points to consider that I saw this on a friend's (Jim Teske) post. Don't let emotions play you for the fool.
Our 32 year old son Mwansa has gone to glory. He breathed his last at 14.40 hours (Zambian time). Thanks for your prayers and support during his few hours of illness. All who knew him can testify that he exemplified the words of the apostle Paul: “For to me, to live is Christ.”
The
#G32023
Conf continues! A person who made the bomb threat was arrested. It seems it was a cowardly attempt to disrupt the conf. It simply allows us to see more of God’s providential plan. Ken Ham of
@AiG
teaching on God’s Sovereignty over Creation. In the beginning God…
Some shed tears because children are separated from parents but shed none when life is separated from an unborn child. The human conscience is severely flawed without divine grace.
#Cryforboth
Remembering Martyrs: In December 1934, John and Betty Stam were killed in China. Unable to escape before communist troops reached their village, they were imprisoned and eventually executed. Pray for our brothers and sisters in China, who risk much for the cause of Christ.
It happens because we defunded God, parenting, responsibility, honor, and consequences long before the police. Then we funded victimhood and relativism.
How does this happen?
Oh yea, we were all trying to defund the police is 2020.
Now your family can be killed and the cops will arrive four hours later.
Good idea.
Don’t delude yourself into thinking that if you have a great outline, you have a great sermon. Homiletics is not the goal; the goal is a message from God for the sanctification of the people.
@johnmacarthur
lecturing at
@MastersSeminary
D.Min. classes.
Why is it so hard for politicians to say, there are wicked people in the world who will find ways to do wicked things to innocent people and no law will ultimately prevent it, therefore, let us protect the innocent while swiftly and appropriately punishing the wicked
ANY SELF-RESPECTING PERSON OF COLOR SHOULD BE INSULTED BY THIS DECISION. THIS FALSE ATTEMPT AT HELP IS A SETBACK.
Oregon Governor signs new law allowing students to graduate without proving they can read, write, or do math | The Post Millennial
“What makes the sinner repent? Not seeing your sin but seeing your Savior."
@johnmacarthur
@GraceComChurch
. From this morning’s message “The Tale of Two Preachers” Matthew 26-27
Daniel was one of my students at The Master's Seminary, a faithful minister of the gospel, and a loving family man. May the God of comfort give abundant grace!
A PERSON WHO DOESN’T APPLY THIS ACROSS POLITICAL OR PERSONAL LINES HAS A PROBLEM WITH GOD!
First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in authority,
@SenKamalaHarris
Sadly, you and others have exemplified the application of this scripture: Isaiah 5:20 "Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; who substitute darkness for light and light for darkness; who substitute bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!"
#whenevilbecomesgood
My daily reason why I love the God of the Bible.
#7
He loves with perfection; therefore, Divine love does not ever waver. We waver, but He is the same, today, tomorrow, and into eternity.
Popcorn sermons satisfy when you live in a theater but they fall woefully short when you face the reality of the world outside.
@ostrachan
is right to call for preaching w depth. Caution: depth isn't an exegetical unload on people. Go from exegesis to life challenging preaching
I'm in Mammoth Lakes to speak at a retreat. My lessons are titled, Following the Courageous Example of Jesus. There is no better example of Christ for a person who stayed on mission while facing hostility. Pray for me. The first session starts tonight. It's beautiful here!
You don’t put the children in charge of the church. Eph 4:14-no longer children tossed. You can’t do this if your church operates like a 7th grade youth event.
@johnmacarthur
"There will always be a fundamental, incompatible, and irreconcilable difference between God's truth and that of the world."
@johnmacarthur
at
@MastersSeminary
chapel.
A DAY IS COMING. “And I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and wages war....And on His robe and on His thigh He has a name written, "KING OF KINGS, AND Lord OF LORDS."” Rev. 19:11, 16
Perhaps
@KingJames
should avoid watching NBC before sending out such irresponsible tweets. How could NBC miss the fact that the girl, though young, was the victimizer, and victims were calling THE POLICE for help. Note the differences in reporting
This verse was my meditation while on my morning walk. The record rain has brought much growth but it won’t last. Today, trust what lasts forever—God’s word.
“The grass withers, the flower fades, But the word of our God stands forever.” Isaiah 40:8
I haven’t felt this combination of sadness and anger in some time. I could have been among those receiving visits today. 13 of our heroes died. May God comfort their families and bring justice on the perpetrators and those whose incompetence provided the opportunity.
#FewTheProud
On a walk this morning, I was reminded of Isaiah 40:8, “The grass withers, the flower fades, But the word of our God stands forever.” Don’t build your life on the things that wither and die. Build it on Christ and His unfading word
Today, I'm going to watch my first football game of the season as Cincinnati (my alma mater) takes on Alabama in the National Championship Semi-final game. Go Bearcats! I was a linebacker for Cincy back in the day.
The fool in his heart has said there are 16 genders until it’s time for checkout.
“But from the beginning of creation, God made them male and female.”
Mark 10:6
Anna Wang was one of around three hundred Christians killed on June 11th during the Boxer Rebellion. She refused to disavow Christ, resulting in her brutal death.
Decades after God opened my eyes and saved me from the folly of sin, He is still dear to me. I still well up when I meditate on His death to rescue me from death!
I’ve come to the end of a long day. I taught on the subject of Expository Preaching for leaders in the area until 4pm, then taught my two The Master's Seminary classes virtually from 6:00-9:30 pm. I’m exhausted. I haven’t slept well. Please pray that I’ll get a good night’s rest.
What’s the true “urban mandate” for the church. Preach the gospel and call it to repentance. We are not called to simply reform urban areas but transform them with truth.
@johnmacarthur
The State of the Church. ShepCon Online
Is the unborn child a human being? Yes.
Does abortion intentionally kill a human being? Yes.
Is it always wrong and should it always be illegal to intentionally kill an innocent and defenseless human being? Yes.
The abortion question really is not complicated.
Why is my heart so heavy? A minstry colleague died unexpectedly, I learned today that a respected minister's college age son collapsed & went to heaven, I read a story of an Eritrean teenager persecuted for her faith, and America in embroiled in yet another controversy. Praying!
Can a person believe this and be saved? Please, if you are teacher of God's word, strive to be faithful. Lives depend on it. Don't neglect your duty as a mouthpiece for God! Too many are speaking with the tongues of men and not the Word of God. Love Him by teaching truth!
My earthly father was among the "old breed" of men with indomitable spirits. Although there was a time in which he couldn't use certain restrooms and water fountains, he fought for HIS country. Don't destroy what's yours for a few crumbs from gov't saviors.
Privileged to join
@ConradMbewe
as we preach on the theme of gratitude at the Heart Conference in Kitwe, Zambia.
@CABUZambia
is dedicating new facilities that will further its mission in Africa. Pray for us.
We need a new word for EVANGELICALISM. It's too broad at this point. It includes everything from Olsteen to Zacharias. Biblical churches don't want to be in that group.
@johnmacarthur
Q&A ShepCon Virtual Broadcast
I had a wonderful lunch meeting with
@pastorkidd
@pastorbscott
MattJones
@pjtibayan
. They are friends & faithful co-laborers in the gospel. We discussed my recent meeting with a group of men &
@johnmacarthur
, the social issues facing our country & shepherding people thru them. 
GOOD MORNING. I’m thankful that God is my protector. My abilities are sorely limited, His are limitless!
“The LORD is their strength, & He is a saving defense to His anointed. Save Your people & bless Your inheritance; Be their shepherd also, carry them forever.” Psa 28:8-9
GOOD MORNING. I'm thankful that despite the unrest I see in the world right now, God controls all things. Even the injustice of man is used for His glory. Since God is always good, I must away sing His praises. A word for our present state:
My daily reason why I despise liberalism and their lack of vision:
#1
They don’t accept the absolute truths of scripture which causes them to make a host of society destroying decisions.
@D_B_Harrison
Nearly speechless.
@KyleJamesHoward
's logic disappointingly juvenille. I prayed for him and those who thought his comments were worthy of affirmation.
I’m ready to take to the skies again for two weeks of ministry in South Africa and Zambia. A combination of conference speaking, preaching in churches, ministry strategizing, and team building. What a privilege! I’ll post as the opportunities develop. Pray for me.
There is no "mandate to redeem the cities". We are called to warn them of a coming judgment and offer the hope of the gospel! This is our mandate. Why rearrange the deck chairs on the Titantic?
@johnmacarthur
preaching at
@GraceComChurch
The Invisible Kingdom of God, PT.3
@johnmacarthur
at
@shepconf
. "Christianity is not some minor alteration, it is transformative... Remember, it is not perfection, but direction and affection."
Guys…Look at God’s GRACE.
On the left, I was heavily into drugs and deceived in the cult of New Age. In that wrapped dreadlock I literally had a mini spoon attached on it for snorting drugs. i was such a mess.
Now in Christ…A wife. A mother. Redeemed & free! JESUS! 👏🏼👏🏼