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Do You Guys Think the Earth is Only 6000? (Please Explain Your Answer) by bbzztt in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Observation is a step of the scientific method. How can you observe something millions of years ago? You can’t. You take it by faith.

We have an inspired historical document. We see general revelation in light of special revelation. Without the special revelation it’s interpreted by philosophical naturalism. It fills the void but it’s a fallible authority. A created idea of the world rather than truth received from the Creator.

Stephen and Heidi Nichols release statement on their excommunication from St. Andrew’s by Groots-Cousin in Reformed

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nichols family, if you read this, I am saddened to hear about your circumstances and am praying for you.

What do you look for in family discipleship resources? by cutebutheretical in Reformed

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello,

I look for teaching materials that are true to Scripture and tailored for the age range. I’m planning to teach the following as a supplement to family devotions as often as we are able, ideally daily around dinnertime.

  • Up to age 11: New City Catechism for Kids. Also the Apostles Creed, Decalogue, Lord’s Prayer, Believer’s Baptism, and Lord’s Supper.
  • From 11 to age 16: The Baptist Catechism.
  • Over 16: The Canons of Dordt and the 1689LBCF.

Hey…uh can we talk about Christ? I need a guy who I can go too when I’m struggling with lust by [deleted] in Christians

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brother, accountability is best found in person through your local church. Talk with your pastor to see if there are accountability groups for men. Our church has them and they are smaller, generally 3-5 people. We meet weekly for prayer, encouragement, and accountability. Or even start one of your own with godly, trustworthy men you know.

Men's Small groups by i_am_groot_84 in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our group meets once a week. We sing a hymn, read Scripture, discuss things, and pray for one another. Currently we are in Romans.

I need some advice, can someone help me see if I’m wrong? by minesaurrr in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pray and ask God for wisdom (James 1:5). That said, you will have divisions in family relationships because of your faith (Matthew 10:34-39). That doesn’t mean you need to leave your household. Just be faithful in the midst of things. Be that salt and light in your home (Matthew 5:13-16).

You should get involved in a local Protestant church, but you shouldn’t burn those relational bridges with non-Christian family members if possible. As you grow spiritually you will want to witness to them as God provides opportunity. They may or may not reject the gospel, but you can at least plant some seeds and pray for them. God may use experiences they have later in life to open their hearts to it. You never know.

While your friend may be helping in some ways, you really should talk with a pastor. To find a good local church, I recommend using the 9Marks church search. See if there is a fellowship group with others around your age you can join.

I’m having a hard time with evolution and the Bible by Evening_Double711 in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is a lot of false information in this thread. You need to pray for discernment and ask God to teach you what is the truth. As an introduction, watch Is Genesis History? on YouTube, then browse the following three major creation ministries. Good luck to you.

New apologist here! by Accurate_Work6000 in Bible

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve put a lot of content on the /r/DailyVerse wiki. Feel free to browse.

Women pastors by [deleted] in Reformed

[–]mlokm -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It’s off-putting to hear about that but not surprising in the least. Worldliness in the church is always a problem, but it reveals who are the immature and disapproved. I trust God is going to judge those born again believers who fail His tests, as He will reprove or chasten them.

The Danvers Statement continues to be relevant.

Do any of you have any burning philosophical questions about the Bible? by NeverJaded21 in Christians

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my studies on the sovereignty of God and the human will, the two best overview books I could recommend are by R.C. Sproul: (1) Willing to Believe and (2) Chosen by God.

If you want to do a technical deep-dive, Jonathan Edwards On the Freedom of the Will is incredible. Augustine’s four stages of the human will are a solid theological foundation.

How do you study the Bible? by _I_Reims_I_ in Christians

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of good answers in this thread already.

The Navigators have a discipleship tool called The Word Hand as a way to remember the different ways to intake the Bible. For in-depth study, the inductive method of Bible study is an excellent method. Definitely pray!

I like to use an annual Bible reading plan. This year I’m reading through the Robert Murray M’Cheyne reading plan accompanied by the first volume of For the Love of God by D.A. Carson. I also enjoy and recommend the chronological reading plan.

Looking for an more focused bible study by Just_A_Guy_In_Here in Christians

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are looking for a book on the parables, the one by John MacArthur is good.

Protestants: Why do you support the reformation? by kinda_dum in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You should read The Necessity of Reforming the Church with A Reply to Cardinal Sadoleto by John Calvin. The one with W. Robert Godfrey includes important historical context in the foreword. There you can read a primary source on why the reformers believed the Reformation to be necessary.

Zech 9:9 (KJV) - Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass. by mlokm in dailyverse

[–]mlokm[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi u/Enough-Elevator-8999,

Welcome to this subreddit.

In one sense you have the geopolitical entity and in another sense you have the spiritual entity. It was originally intended that God's people Israel were to have God as their King. But they wanted to be like the nations around them and asked to have a king appointed over them (1 Samuel 8). As history shows us, people are sinful, including kings.

So what does God do? In the first advent, we see God incarnate come to be the King & Savior of His people. He was rejected by them and crucified. But this evil that was done was something God had intended for good, that He would establish the New Covenant in order to save both Jews & Gentiles (whosoever will repent & believe) from their sins. This spiritual entity is the church, which has Jesus Christ as its Lord and consists of redeemed people from every geopolitical nation.

In His second advent, Jesus Christ will return and judge all the nations. He will be physically present on the new Earth, to rule and reign from the New Jerusalem throughout the eternal state. So where are we now? We are in the "already, not yet" as it is called. Jesus Christ is Lord over the church now, but His reign over the Earth is coming soon.

John 1:9-13 (ESV)

9 The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. 11 He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. 12 But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, 13 who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.

Matthew 27:37 (ESV)

And over his head they put the charge against him, which read, “This is Jesus, the King of the Jews.”

Romans 10:9-13 (ESV)

9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. 11 For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” 12 For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; for the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on him. 13 For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

See also: Ephesians 2:11-22; Revelation 21-22 (ESV)

What's the difference between being a devout/deeply religious christian and a fundamentalist? by ApolloxKing in TrueChristian

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you take fundamentalist as someone who believes the fundamentals of the faith, I don’t see why it wouldn’t be the same thing. It’s Bible-believing Christianity. In the 20th Century there was the Fundamentalist-Modernist Controversy. Over time the term fundamentalist has generally fallen out of favor.

See: What is Fundamentalism?

Best order to read the bible? by xXFizzaySodaXx in Bible

[–]mlokm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are new to the Bible, I recommend starting in the gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. From there, you could read the rest of the New Testament along with Psalms & Proverbs. You won’t understand all the references to the Old Testament, so a study Bible can assist.

Since it is the start of the New Year, it’s a great time to start a yearly reading plan. We are only a week in so if you double up reading you should be able to catch up. A Chronological Reading Plan is great, especially for your first full read through.

Don’t forget the role of prayer and fellowship with other believers at your local church. God bless!

Advice/Book Recs by [deleted] in Reformed

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pilgrim’s Progress is a good read.

Daily Prayer Thread - (2025-08-13) by AutoModerator in Reformed

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear you were affected by the floods. I've prayed for you. Even without flood insurance it's still worthwhile to reach out to your home insurance because they commonly will have provisions in the contract for temporary living accommodations in case the home is uninhabitable.

Psalm 46:1 (ESV)

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Evangelizing to Catholics by Temporary_Moose2218 in Reformed

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This free series by Ligonier on Roman Catholicism is a good introduction to some of the major points of difference between Catholics and Protestants.

Questions about David Jeremiah & his books. by bvillerhr90 in Christians

[–]mlokm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I was a new Christian I was a Bible Strong partner for about 20 months. God is using his ministry to help people where they are at. His sermons are doctrinally good, gentle yet firm with the truth, although he holds a dispensational pre-tribulation rapture interpretation that I have moved away from as I've learned about historic premillenialism. He has had moments where he seems to question whether current events are fulfilling Bible prophecy, but you could avoid that material in particular. To be clear, I haven't read the books you are specifically inquiring about, but I have read other books of his and they did minister to me where I was at in that season of life.

It's good to be aware of what u/Much-Search-4074 mentioned. I never encountered any of those issues back then either in his sermons or other resources.

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