According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible by Graeme Goldsworthy is a recent addition to our Sunday Bookstore.

This book is highly recommended for any student of Scriptures hoping to grow in his ability to connect the Old and New Testaments together.

Whereas systematic theology focus on individual doctrines, biblical theology aims to provide a broader 'big picture' view. It follows the development of theology progressively.

Pair this book with Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology (also at our Bookstore) and you have the start of a strong layman's reference library.

One of the best things about Orange County is our diversity. People come from all over the world to live and work here. We are a global city with an opportunity to reach far beyond California with the message of God's grace to save. And it starts in our own backyard.

All I Have Is Christ

However, language is often a barrier. It's hard enough greeting neighbors and shopping and ordering dinner at the latest hotspot...try singing together!

This is why we are excited to see our partners at Sovereign Grace Music translating our songs into many languages, including Korean!

So check out the new resources and recommend them to your neighbors. Let's take the good music we know and love and share it with others.

Preaching last Sunday from Revelation 20, Pastor Eric exhorted us to love the Millennium. He said Jesus revealed it to us that we might avoid "eschatological hysteria" and persevere in our trials.

It is impossible to change God's plan of salvation.

It is impossible to defeat God's people.

It is impossible to deceive God.

For those interested in more about this passage and it's interpretation (in no particular order):

• A Case for Amilennialism by Kim Riddlebarger (local OC pastor, a careful examination of key passages, more scholarly)
• Amilennialism Today by William E. Cox (simple and encouraging, an old favorite of Pastor Eric)
• Kingdom Come by Sam Storms (contemporary church leader who made a very public shift in his eschatological position, comprehensive but easy to read)
• The Meaning of the Millennium: Four Views edited by Robert C. Clouse
• Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond edited by Stanley N. Gundry
• The Bible and the Future by Anthony E. Hoekema (a classic work for serious students)

"Reading the Bible cover to cover is a great way to facilitate meditation upon the whole counsel of God."

Looking for a plan to read your Bible in 2014? Check out all these ideas.

Pastor Eric has mentioned a few books during sermons this month. All of them are related in one way or another to the question "Who does Jesus say Jesus is?"

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit: Relationships, Roles, and Relevance by Bruce Ware

The Cross of Christ by John Stott

The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything

How do we fight against the Red Dragon and his two beasts (Revelation 12-13)?  How do we engage in spiritual warfare?

The last few sermons out of the Book of Revelation have taught us much about the "nature of his game." But how should we respond? How do stand against the Red Dragon's schemes?

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. (Ephesians 6:10–11 ESV)

Learn more about spiritual warfare by reading Jeff Purswell's A Call to Arms.

A Call to Arms

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Jeff Purswell is the Dean of the Sovereign Grace Pastors College, a role he has filled since 1998. He also serves as an elder at Sovereign Grace Church of Louisville (KY).

Our pastors are looking for more pastors. It's part of their calling. They do it all the time. It's why, if you've ever mentioned to them a desire to be a pastor, you we're probably met with an enthusiastic response.

And he [Christ] gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry..." (Ephesians 4:11–12 ESV)

This is why they give away lots of copies of "Am I Called? The Summons to Pastoral Ministry" by Dave Harvey. It helps men engage God, their hearts, and the local church in discerning their call.

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What's the biggest challenge to being a caring church?  A church where people don't go to find a ministry but is itself a ministry? Paul Tripp says it's the "insane busyness of western culture."