by Jason DeRouchie | Jul 7, 2022 | Creation, Observation, Text
Dr. Grudem usually uses Scripture to ground his Christian doctrine and ethics. However, he supports his belief in an old earth with almost no biblical evidence, dismisses the proposals of scientists guided by God’s word, and follows an interpretation of the observable...
by Jason DeRouchie | Apr 2, 2019 | Audio, DeRouchie, Mission
On December 1 and 2, 2018, I was privileged to speak at the missions weekend for Northfield Community Church in Northfield, MN. You can find more information on the church here. I gave two messages. You can learn about the first here, but the second, “The Theme...
by Jason DeRouchie | Nov 23, 2016 | Audio, Biblical Theology Themes, DeRouchie, Lectures, Video, Worship
DeRouchie presented the following message at “Indulge: Spiritual Appetites Need No Bounds,” a conference on the future of Christian Hedonism held at Bethlehem College & Seminary, 7–8 October 2016. Vanity of vanities, says the Preacher, vanity of...
by Jason DeRouchie | Nov 1, 2013 | Biblical Theological Overview of the Bible, Biblical Theology Themes, Christ, DeRouchie, The Church, Theology, Wisdom
Are the “Preacher’s” words in Ecclesiastes orthodox, or are they more akin to the teachings of Job’s three friends? Is the main voice that of a skeptic, fatalist, or agnostic, or do we hear the words of a believing realist and godly sage? This essay attempts to...
by Jason DeRouchie | Oct 20, 2018 | Audio, Biblical Theological Overview of the Bible, Christ, DeRouchie, Lectures, Scripture, Video
Bethlehem College & Seminary celebrates the rigorous life of the mind for the glory of the divine Son, by whom, through whom, and for whom all things were created (Col 1:16). Ten years ago John Piper catapulted the school into existence with his...
by Jason DeRouchie | Mar 8, 2017 | Application, Articles/Essays, Audio, Bible Study, Biblical Theology Themes, Christ, Complete Bibliography, Covenant, DeRouchie, Lectures, Theology, Video
The promises of God…. What we dread or hope for tomorrow changes who we are today. This foundational Christian doctrine colors all of our lives as believers, both in times of temptation and trial. God’s promises motivate holiness and awaken expectation and confidence...
by Jason DeRouchie | Nov 9, 2013 | Biblical Theological Overview of the Bible, Biblical Theology Themes, DeRouchie, Prayers and Poems
Command certain people not to teach false doctrines any longer or to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies. Such things promote controversial speculations rather than advancing God’s work—which is by faith. (1 Timothy 1:3–4, NIV) Why is it so important to...
by Jason DeRouchie | Nov 6, 2016 | DeRouchie, Prayers and Poems, Worship
A Prayer: LEADER AND SAVIOR (Acts 5:31) God exalted him at his right hand as Leader and Savior. (Acts 5:31) Highly exalted are you, O Lord, Seated enthroned at your Father’s side. Adorned with power, crown, and sword, Our hope rests in you––Leader and Guide. Though...
by Jason DeRouchie | Apr 29, 2018 | DeRouchie, Prayers and Poems, Worship
A Prayer of Praise: With unmatched strength and worth, you’re reigning now. Before your majesty amazed we bow Our hearts in fear. Awesome beauty we see. Your Word we need to hear. Our lives are free Because through Christ your wrath is turned away; You’ve conquered...
by Jason DeRouchie | Feb 18, 2020 | Announcements, DeRouchie, Exile & Exodus, The Glory of God
Next to the saving work of Jesus, the greatest redemptive event in history was when Yahweh delivered Israel from Egyptian bondage––an entire nation set free from slavery to the greatest known power on earth. As Moses himself declared, For ask now of the days that are...