Podcast appearances and mentions of James M Boice

Do you know what are the Doctrines of Grace? If you are not a Calvinist, you might fumble and try to recall your pastor's sermon on grace. If you are a Calvinist, the Doctrines of Grace means something specific. Whether you are a Calvinist or not, this book has something to offer, and today's episode will give you one tidbit to take home.

Ephesians 3:14-16 "Our prayers do not get God to change His mind, of course.  They would be dangerous [disastrous!] if they could.   But it is striking that these, or any other questions, do not seem to have deterred the Biblical writers from praying.   On the contrary, the more aware they were of God's sovereignty or God's will, the more fervently they petitioned Him." - James M. Boice  (1938-2000)

Kevin welcomes Phil Ryken, President at Wheaton College, to the podcast to talk about “The Heart of the Cross,” a newly reissued book comprised of sermons from Dr. Ryken and James Montgomery Boice. But before they get to the book, Kevin and Phil talk about preaching, the challenges of higher education, Tenth Presbyterian Church, the ministry of James Boice, and a little bit about pickup basketball. Timestamps: Intro and Sponsor [0:00-1:39] Guest: Phil Ryken [1:40-10:43] The Merits of Guest Preaching [10:44-13:50] What Makes for Good Preaching? [13:51-20:50] Reading When Busy [20:51-22:55] Issues with Higher Education [22:56-28:38] Who was James M. Boice? [28:39-38:40] The Heart of the Cross [38:41-43:32] The Simplicity and Profundity of the Cross [43:33-52:43] The Merits of Provocative Advertisements [52:44-56:15] The Merits of Expository Preaching [56:16-58:41] The Lack of True Discipleship [58:42-1:01:12] Why Continually Focus on the Cross? [1:01:13-1:06:52] Books and Everything: Freakonomics Podcast Episode on Higher Ed  The Heart of the Cross   The Cross of Christ  

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 10 (pg 124-134) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 10 (pg 112-123) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 11 (pg 135-145) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

As we continue our series “Faces of the Fall,” Pastor Kevin uses the book of Amos as a jumping off point to explore a subject that has become highly charged—justice. Join us and hear what the Bible has to say about God's view of justice.Works Cited and a Recommended Resource:  “The Message of Amos” by J.A. Motyer, “The Minor Prophets” by James M. Boice, “The Book of Amos” (NICOT) by M. Daniel Carroll R., "Generous Justice" by Tim Keller   Scripture: Amos 5:18-24

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 7 (pg 87-100) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 8 (pg 101-111) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 5 (pg 75-86) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 5 (pg 59-73) of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 4 of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 3 of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 2 of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

Here's the recording of CHAPTER 1 of the book Christ's Call to Discipleship by James M Boice, for use in our Growth Group Studies.

After receiving a diagnosis of advanced-stage liver cancer, Dr. James Boyce wrote hymns of praise to God in the final months of his life. On this episode of 5 Minute in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols looks at the verses penned by this gifted minister and longtime friend of Dr. R.C. Sproul. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-hymns-of-james-m-boice/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/donate/

Desde a Reforma, tem sido comum nos círculos cristãos falar sobre a obra de Cristo sob três ofícios gerais: profeta, sacerdote e rei. James M. Boice escreveu que Martinho Lutero foi, provavelmente, o primeiro a ensinar explicitamente que Cristo era Profeta, Sacerdote e Rei, mas o reformador nunca se referiu a isto como um tríplice ofício. Essa distinção pertence a João Calvino que, com seu incrível dom para sistematização, desenvolveu o termo completamente no volume II das Institutas (cap. 15). A partir daquele momento histórico (1536), o tríplice ofício de Cristo passou a ser visto com frequência nos escritos protestantes, particularmente nos dos puritanos e reformados. Confira.

Desde a Reforma, tem sido comum nos círculos cristãos falar sobre a obra de Cristo sob três ofícios gerais: profeta, sacerdote e rei. James M. Boice escreveu que Martinho Lutero foi, provavelmente, o primeiro a ensinar explicitamente que Cristo era Profeta, Sacerdote e Rei, mas o reformador nunca se referiu a isto como um tríplice ofício. Essa distinção pertence a João Calvino que, com seu incrível dom para sistematização, desenvolveu o termo completamente no volume II das Institutas (cap. 15). A partir daquele momento histórico (1536), o tríplice ofício de Cristo passou a ser visto com frequência nos escritos protestantes, particularmente nos dos puritanos e reformados. Confira.

This Week’s Core Virtue - Love - I sacrificially and unconditionally love and forgive others.1 John 4:10-12 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.Scripture: Matthew 19:27-30 Then Peter said in reply, “See, we have left everything and followed you. What then will we have?” 28 Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, in the new world, when the Son of Man will sit on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 29 And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or lands, for my name’s sake, will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life. 30 But many who are first will be last, and the last first.The Message of this Passage:In the daily devotional by RC Sproul on these verses he wrote: “Often we think we should only follow Jesus because of His inherent worth and that to seek a reward from Him is entirely wrong. Christ’s inherent goodness and beauty is, of course, enough to motivate discipleship; however, it is not altogether improper to look for other blessings as well. In fact, Hebrews 11:6 says God is pleased when we believe “he rewards those who seek him.”Today’s passage reinforces this understanding of serving Jesus in hopes of a reward. Jesus’ earlier promise of treasure in heaven to the rich young ruler (Matt. 19:21) probably moves Peter to ask what the disciples will gain from following Christ. The disciple is not rebuked for his question; on the contrary, Jesus says His followers will receive “a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life” (vv. 27–30), implicitly affirming that Peter’s question is not wholly wrong thinking.According to Mark’s account, the hundredfold reward Jesus promises is not limited to the future; it is also experienced in the present (10:29–31). We will enjoy our blessings fully only in the new heavens and earth, but we err if we expect them in the age to come alone. Still, benefits today will not be without hardship; Mark’s record says that good things come with persecutions (v. 30). This cautions us against thinking believers will be the most wealthy and successful of all peoples, according to earthly standards. Christians are better off than unbelievers even when our standard of living seems comparatively less than theirs (Proverbs 15:16). John Calvin writes that “God gladdens his people, so that the small portion of good which they enjoy is more highly valued by them, and far sweeter, than if out of Christ they had enjoyed an unlimited abundance of good things.”Therefore Jesus also says that in the age to come, many who are first will be last and vice versa (Matt. 19:30). The exact sense of the proverb in this context is a bit unclear, but James M. Boice helpfully interprets it to mean that “those who have the most here will not necessarily have the most in heaven” (The Gospel According to Matthew, vol. 2, p. 411). “All who for the Savior’s sake reject power, position, and possessions now, though they suffer much, will find in eternity that their sacrifice was worth the temporary shame of being last today.” From RC SproulFor Discussion:Read verses 27-30. What was Peter thinking when he compared himself with this rich young man?What promises did Jesus give him and us?What does verse 30 mean to the disciples and to us? How can we inherit eternal life?The disciples asked Jesus what their reward would be for leaving what they had left to follow Him (v. 27). What did they leave? (See Matthew 4:20 and Luke 5:11.)Jesus gave a list of things a person might have to leave to follow Him (v.29). What is the reason He gave for leaving those things? What is the reward He promised to those who leave those things?What do you think Jesus meant when He said, “But many who are first will be last, and the last first”What insights into the future did Christ give in His promise?What did Jesus promise the twelve disciples?What further promise did Jesus make to Christians through the ages who make sacrifices for Him?How are spiritual values different from worldly values?The language used in this section is difficult. Jesus borrows from Daniel 7 (and where the English says “renewal of all things” it literally means rebirth). What is Jesus really saying to the disciples (and us) in this section?Any reward that God gives us is by His grace, for He is the one who prepares good works for us and enables us to do them (Eph. 2:8–10). Because it is all by His grace, we should never arrogantly demand that He bless us, yet, neither should we disregard a reward in this life. Take time today to think on the blessings of Christian friends, your church family, and other such things in this present age. Make sure to thank the Father for all of these rewards.

This week on Theology on the Go, Dr. Jonathan Master is joined by Dr. Gerrit Dawson, who serves as Senior Minister of the First Presbyterian Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Dawson has written several books, including Jesus Ascended: The Meaning of Christ's Continuing Incarnation. On this installment of Theology on the Go, Dr. Dawson talks with Jonathan about the importance of an often neglected segment of the History of Salvation, the ascension of Jesus Christ. Just for listening, the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals would like to give you a free resource. An MP3 of Dr. James M. Boice's sermon entitled "I Ascend to My Father" is free to download. Go to ReformedResources.org to download your free MP3! http://www.reformedresources.org/james-boice/i-ascend-to-my-father-mp3/

Introduction to Galatians- Freedom in Christ Galatians 1:1-5 April 19, 2009 Pastor Tony Felich ----more---- Galatians 1:1-5 Paul, an apostle not from men nor through man, butthrough Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: 3 Graceto you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 whogave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, accordingto the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever.Amen. Galatians asserts that only through the grace of God in Jesus Christ is aperson enabled to escape the curse of sin and live a new life, not inbondage or license, but in a genuine freedom of mind and spirit thoughthe power of God. - James M. Boice • The author and the audience (1-2)- The Apostle Paul- The Galatians and us• From the very start Paul’s letter to the Galatiansaddresses our chief needs (3-5)- The need for grace and peace (3)- The need for a right understanding of the gospel (4)+Christ’s willingness to give Himself for us+Christ’s purpose in giving Himself for us+The effect of Christ’s giving Himself for us+Origin of Christ’s commitment to give Himself for us- The need for a God-centered life focus (5)