Author Archives: St. John Studies

I am a country boy who loves school.  I love paper, pencils and ink pens.  I love books, reading them, seeing them on shelves and carrying them around.  I was a kid in elementary school who ached to go to … Continue reading →

“Not long after I became a Christian, I went back to the church in which I had been raised.  Although it was considered a Christian denomination, Bible reading was never emphasized.  As I entered the front door, Bible in hand, … Continue reading →

The date today is January 18, 2023.  I began writing on the teachings of John Stott on October 25, 2020.  I have never commented on two books by one author at the same time, but I did that with John … Continue reading →

“I don’t understand what I do.  For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate to do”  [the Apostle Paul in Romans 7: 15]. Isn’t it interesting to see such a strong man of God … Continue reading →

Years ago, I was part of a group of men who met regularly to support each other in their Christian faith.  We were all very new to a relationship with Jesus Christ and His God The Father.  The group had … Continue reading →

One of the major themes of John Stott’s The Cross of Christ is the idea that Jesus Christ died on the cross for us.  He was our substitute.  He replaced us on the cross.  He took our punishment.  Sinful man … Continue reading →

“You foolish Galatians!  Who has bewitched you?  Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified.  I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by observing the law, or by believing … Continue reading →