In the coming weeks, we will be exploring the topic of the Christian’s relationship to the law. For the next two weeks, John will be visiting Psalm 119:57-61 to help us get a right approach to this question.
The primary question for the believer is to ask if Christ is my only portion? Do I look to other things for fulfillment, for security, for peace? Or do I look to Christ alone? Charles Bridges, in his commentary on Psalm 119, says, “He that chooses God in Christ for his delight and portion, may conclude confidently, that God has chosen him to enjoy Him, and be happy in Him forever.”
After John lays the foundation for this topic from Psalm 119, he will be joined by Steve Crampton for the remainder of the series. You may remember Steve from a previous series on revival.
Steve is a constitutional lawyer and has spent much of his life defending religious liberty in America. His life experience and knowledge will be a great asset as he and John Snyder discuss the relationship between God’s Law and God’s Grace in the life of a believer. This topic has caused much confusion and controversy over the years.
For now, may we pursue Christ as our only portion as we lay a biblical foundation for our discussion of the Christian’s relationship to the law.
Exposition of Psalm 119 by Charles Bridges:
https://www.grace-ebooks.com/library/CharlesBridges/CBr_Exposition of Psalm 119.pdf 
Physical Book: https://www.amazon.com/Exposition-Psalms-119-Charles-Bridges/dp/1479242381/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HOP2QYZBFYUD&keywords=exposition+of+psalm+119&qid=1646843189&s=books&sprefix=exposition+of+psalm+119%2Cstripbooks%2C139&sr=1-1
The Grace of Law: A Study of Puritan Theology: https://www.amazon.com/Grace-Law-Puritan-Theology-Puritanism/dp/1877611638
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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 – 18:32)An Effort to Shame a School Into Changing LGBTQ Policy: Louisville Christian School Catches Heat for Assigning Homework Consistent with Biblical WorldviewHomework at Christian Academy of Louisville: Persuade Your Friend to Stop Being Gay by Courier Journal (Lucas Aulbach)Leaked Christian Academy Assignment Requires Students to Argue Against Homosexuality by Wave 3 News (Dustin Vogt and Josh Ninke)Ky. Christian School Asks Middle Schoolers to Write Warning Against Homosexuality by Herald Leader (Valarie Honeycutt Spears)Homophobic Homework? For Some Christian Academy Alums, Assignment is Par for the Course by Courier Journal (Olivia Krauth and Lucas Aulbach)Part II (18:32 – 21:00)A 1.2 Million Drop in Public School Enrollment Since 2020?: Evaluating a Major Shift in the Educational Landscape in the U.S.With Plunging Enrollment, a ‘Seismic Hit’ to Public Schools by New York Times (Shawn Hubler)Part III (21:00 – 23:58)Moral Insanity Reaches Epic Level: Oregon Adopts Policy to Require Feminine Products in Boys’ Bathrooms in Public SchoolsMenstrual Dignity for Students Toolkit by Oregon Department of EducationOregon’s ‘Menstrual Dignity Act’ Requires Schools to Place Feminine Products in Boys’ Bathrooms by Fox News (Taylor Penley)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Jump to the 5:50 mark to hit the interview. Today we invited Tom Hicks to come on and talk about something he’s addressed on social media, in articles, and teaching—theonomy. It seems to be growing in popularity these days, and you all know we aren’t down with it. So what is theonomy and what is its appeal? Is it wrong to implement OT laws in societies around the world? How does this impact the mission of the church? What can people read, pro and con, about theonomy?See the show notes for all the links.https://www.doctrineanddevotion.com/podcast/tom-hicks-1Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.
PART I (14:12 – 14:12)
‘There are Prior Worldviews at Work’: The Inevitable Function of Theology in the Abortion Debate

Too Much Church in the State by New York Times (Maurine Dowd)

Why is the Supreme Court Using Religious Belief to Alter Secular Law? by Salon (Thom Hartman)

The Supreme Court’s Religion-Driven Mission Sets off a Firestorm by Washington Post (Jennifer Rubin)

PART II (20:55 – 20:55)
Gallup Poll Reveals Person’s Religious Beliefs Most Influence Their Views on Abortion — What Else is New?

Personal Religiosity and Attitudes Toward Abortion by Gallup (Frank Newport)

Religion, Politics Inform Americans' Views on Abortion by Gallup (Frank Newport and Lydia Saad)

PART III (23:40 – 23:40)
Thinking about Christian Thinking: Starting Right and Ending Right

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 – 14:11)‘There are Prior Worldviews at Work’: The Inevitable Function of Theology in the Abortion DebateToo Much Church in the State by New York Times (Maurine Dowd)Why is the Supreme Court Using Religious Belief to Alter Secular Law? by Salon (Thom Hartman)The Supreme Court’s Religion-Driven Mission Sets off a Firestorm by Washington Post (Jennifer Rubin)Part II (14:11 – 20:54)Gallup Poll Reveals Person’s Religious Beliefs Most Influence Their Views on Abortion — What Else is New?Personal Religiosity and Attitudes Toward Abortion by Gallup (Frank Newport)Religion, Politics Inform Americans’ Views on Abortion by Gallup (Frank Newport and Lydia Saad)Part III (20:54 – 23:39)Thinking about Christian Thinking: Starting Right and Ending RightSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.
PART I (16:27 – 16:27)
‘This Was Pure Evil’: The Necessary and Accurate Moral Declaration About the Racially Charged Shooting in Buffalo

The Massacre in Buffalo by Wall Street Journal (The Editorial Board)

Before the Massacre, the Gunman’s Erratic Behavior Attracted Attention. by New York Times (Ashley Southall, Chelsia Rose Marcius and Andy Newman)

PART II (21:21 – 21:21)
They Fear Neither God Nor Man: Chinese Communist Party Arrests Bishop Emeritus Cardinal Zen in Hong Kong for Sedition

Cardinal Joseph Zen Is Arrested by Hong Kong’s National Security Police by Wall Street Journal (Elaine Yu, Selina Cheng, and Francis X. Rocca)

PART III (24:26 – 24:26)
A Lesson in General Revelation (and Anatomy): Pete Buttigieg Comments on the Baby Formula Shortage

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 – 16:26)‘This Was Pure Evil’: The Necessary and Accurate Moral Declaration About the Racially Charged Shooting in BuffaloThe Massacre in Buffalo by Wall Street Journal (The Editorial Board)Before the Massacre, the Gunman’s Erratic Behavior Attracted Attention. by New York Times (Ashley Southall, Chelsia Rose Marcius and Andy Newman)Part II (16:26 – 21:20)They Fear Neither God Nor Man: Chinese Communist Party Arrests Bishop Emeritus Cardinal Zen in Hong Kong for SeditionCardinal Joseph Zen Is Arrested by Hong Kong’s National Security Police by Wall Street Journal (Elaine Yu, Selina Cheng, and Francis X. Rocca)Part III (21:20 – 24:25)A Lesson in General Revelation (and Anatomy): Pete Buttigieg Comments on the Baby Formula ShortageSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.
PART I (8:39 – 8:39)
Aggression Breeds Fear of Greater Aggression: Russia’s War with Ukraine Pushes Finland and Sweden into the Arms of NATO

How Putin Drove Finland Into NATO’s Arms by Wall Street Journal (Sune Engel Rasmussen)

PART II (12:39 – 12:39)
The Fog of the U.S. Proxy War with Russia: Understanding the Logic—And Risk—of Increased U.S. Aid to Ukraine

PART III (20:18 – 20:18)
Gerontocracy—Lurking Behind the Baby Formula Crisis in the U.S.

The Baby Formula Crisis by New York Times (David Leonhardt)

PART IV (25:19 – 25:19)
$125B in Four Years: How Legal Sports Betting Has Turned Many States into Functional Casinos

Americans Bet $125B on Sports in 4 Years Since Legalization by Associated Press (Wayne Perry)

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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 – 08:38)Aggression Breeds Fear of Greater Aggression: Russia’s War with Ukraine Pushes Finland and Sweden into the Arms of NATOHow Putin Drove Finland Into NATO’s Arms by Wall Street Journal (Sune Engel Rasmussen)Part II (08:38 – 12:38)The Fog of the U.S. Proxy War with Russia: Understanding the Logic—And Risk—of Increased U.S. Aid to UkrainePart III (12:38 – 20:17)Gerontocracy—Lurking Behind the Baby Formula Crisis in the U.S.The Baby Formula Crisis by New York Times (David Leonhardt)Part IV (20:17 – 25:18)$125B in Four Years: How Legal Sports Betting Has Turned Many States into Functional CasinosAmericans Bet $125B on Sports in 4 Years Since Legalization by Associated Press (Wayne Perry)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Today we bring on Richard Barcellos to talk about the ongoing debate marking much of social media surrounding classical theism, Thomas Aquinas, hermeneutics and more. References and ResourcesThe Trinity: An Introduction by Scott SwainThe Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything by Fred SandersThe Master’s Seminary Journal Spring 2022Trinity and Creation: A Scriptural and Confessional Account by Richard BarcellosDictionary of Scholastic Philosophy by Bernard WuellnerDictionary of Latin and Greek Theological Terms by Richard A. MullerBuilding Tomorrow’s Church (Conference)IRBS SeminarySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/doctrine-and-devotion/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands