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[Broken Wharfe @BrokenWharfe]

EP15 Brandon Adams: The Subservient Covenant, Moses and Abraham, Interpreting Gal 3 & Engaging Meredith Kline

Brandon Adams [@brandon_adams] enters the Coffee House to discuss Covenant Theology, the Sinai/Mosaic covenant, Paul’s argument in Galatians 3, the Abrahamic Covenant and its relationship to the New Covenant, and the different views on Abraham and Moses, particularly expressed in the majority Reformed view and that of Meredith Kline 👉 [https://t.co/b10diOJZNS]

Listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or https://t.co/QJzROFvTCY to enquire deep in to the debates around Reformed covenant theology.

[AccuWeather @accuweather]

🌪️ Tornado probability: Here's when you're most likely to see a tornado in your area, based on the historical average tornado risk by day.

[Michael Foster @thisisfoster]

Here’s a simple way to get unstuck when you’re worried, overwhelmed, or overthinking a decision.

Ask yourself one question:

What kind of thing am I dealing with?

Most issues fall into one of three categories.

1. Settled Things

These are things that have already been decided.

Your birth family.
Your nation of origin.
Your height.
Your past decisions.
Your upbringing.
Things you did.
Things done to you.

Some of these things were decided by your own past actions. Others were decided by God’s providence. As Paul says in Acts 17:26, God determined our appointed times and the boundaries of our dwelling place.

You can’t go back and change these things.

So the question is not, “How do I undo this?”

The question is, “Does this have any bearing on what I should do now?”

If not, leave it alone. Don’t spend your life fighting settled things.

2. Action Things
These are things you have some real control over.

Your diet.
Your exercise.
Your spending.
Your work ethic.
Your attitude.
Your friendships.
Your theological knowledge.
Your presentability.
Your habits.
Your skills.

These are your controllables.

You may not control everything about your health, finances, relationships, or future. But you usually control more than you think.

So if the issue falls here, don’t overthink it.

Take direct action.

Start small if you have to. Make the call. Go on the walk. Open the Bible. Apologize. Apply for the job. Pay the bill. Clean the room. Do the next faithful thing.

3. Prayer Things

These are things outside your direct control, but not outside God’s control.

The economy.
The weather.
The housing market.
The availability of a suitable spouse.
Other people’s choices.
Timing.
Open doors.
Closed doors.

You can’t force these things. You can’t grab the steering wheel of providence.

But God can act.

So you take indirect action through prayer. You ask. You wait. You prepare. You remain faithful. You do what you can do and trust God with what only He can do.

So ask yourself:

Is this settled?
Then accept it and learn from it.

Is this actionable?
Then do something.

Is this outside my control?
Then pray and trust God.

This is a simple framework, and yes, it’s a little reductionistic. But that’s the point. The goal is not to explain every complexity of life. The goal is to get you unstuck.

Most people waste too much energy trying to change the past, control what belongs to God, or pray about things they simply need to obey.

So categorize the issue.

Then act accordingly.

Accept what is settled.
Act on what is yours.
Pray over what belongs to God.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@farmingandJesus I find that a lot of people including myself found John to be the book that was most impactful as God called me to himself and after conversion.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@BluekandyWX NWS warnings and self regulation are valid points. I say the following with that in mind and after reviewing comments. You should clearly call out the time (ex.9:00pm CST - storm 20 miles away from X) when making the suggestion so a person can reference their time when hearing

[Kirk E. Miller @KirkMiller_]

I’m currently prepping to teach a class on eschatology.

It’ll be 70 sessions total. But after the 69th session, we’ll take a break for an indefinite period of time.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@MrBeast like

[Seth Troutt @Seth_Troutt]

I recommend this podcast all the time, but I've sent this episode in particular to many believing and non-believing friends.

For young men (believing and unbelieving) who enjoy the Joe Rogan vibe stuff, I tell them "@DemarsSean is doing a thoroughly Christian Joe Rogan Experience."

[Brandon Adams @brandon_adams]

@pj_kauffman @dgh5391 Yes, 1689F has a clear agreed upon understanding of the covenants. There are some minor variations (which is true of any position).

Here are 5 essential distinctives of the position:

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@mcuban I just had this conversation in my company meeting yesterday with my business partner. I think it is absolutely true in the short term ESPECIALLY for a small business like mine. However, it may not hold up well in the long term.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@Alex_Danco Wow, I thought I was losing my mind. Your post and the comments have me realizing that I wasn't alone.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@JamesBryantWX @WxZachary @BlazeThomasWX I'm excited for this especially when winter and spring severe weather events come through Arkansas.

This is a smart move on y'alls part too.

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

With rare exception, ideas really are trivial compared to execution.

For example, the idea of going to the Moon is simple, but ACTUALLY going to the Moon is staggeringly difficult.

[FoundersMin @FoundersMin]

We are saddened to inform friends that our dear brother, Voddie Baucham, Jr., has left the land of the dying and entered the land of the living. Earlier today, after suffering an emergency medical incident, he entered into his rest and the immediate presence of the Savior whom he loved, trusted, and served since he was converted as a college student. Please pray for Bridget, their children, and grandchildren.

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. – Psalm 116:15

https://t.co/Fxd8q6JjC9

[Waterboy @GMRench]

My final thoughts after this long day.

First, our first response to these tragedies is always to pray to the God heaven and earth.

Secondly, vengeance is mine says Lord.

Thirdly, the church has failed our Christian nation, and I pray that the church repents, and this repentance, spurs on reformation and revival.

Lastly, Justice needs to be brought not only to the murderer, but also to our politicians who have created the unjust environment for hate and criminals to thrive.

[Douglas Wilson @douglaswils]

“I am for peace: but when I speak, they are for war” (Psalm 120:7). Speaking of knowing what time it is . . .

[Erika Kirk @MrsErikaKirk]

Psalm 46:1 - God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

[Charlie Kirk @charliekirk11]

It’s all about Jesus.

[Charlie Kirk @charliekirk11]

Jesus defeated death so you can live.

[DigitalWells @digitalwells]

@ryanhallyall That is awesome! @ryanhallyall next time do a meet up if you come back to NWA/Bentonville.