There is a fine little video online HERE by Dr David Murray of Puritan Reformed Seminary provides 10 fast facts the ‘back-sliding’ of believers. Particularly keen is his observation that this condition is called ‘back-sliding’ not ‘back-jumping’ because it typically happens so gradually.
Let us take heed.
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From philosophy professor James Spiegel (via JT):
Augustine (5th century): Remember that you are a citizen of another kingdom.
Martin Luther (16th century): Expect politicians to be corrupt.
Thomas Aquinas (13th century): God has made himself known in nature.
John Calvin (16th century): God is sovereign over all, including our suffering.
Jonathan Edwards (18th century): God is beautiful, and all beauty is divine.
Thomas a’Kempis (15th century): Practice self-denial with a passion.
John Wesley (18th century): Be disciplined and make the best use of your time.
Fyodor Dostoevsky (19th century): God’s grace can reach anyone.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer (20th century): Beware of cheap grace.
Alvin Plantinga (21st century): Moral virtue is crucial for intellectual health.
Read the whole post to get the bigger picture.
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The Breadline 