This content is part of a series the lamb s book of life 9 of 12 series. First of all, john macarthur has altered the biblical text of from the foundation of the world and made it before the foundation of the world. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. The lambs book of life and praying for the lost grace to you. John macarthurs position on the extent of the atonement. God is the author of life and life is a sacred thing to god. Does this mean sincere believers can lose their salvation. The beast that you saw was, and is not, and will ascend out of the bottomless pit and go to perdition. A persons name is written in the lambs book of life only because he or she chooses to ask god to place it there.
New international version may they be blotted out of the book of life and not be listed with the righteous. Jul 10, 2012 several pundits use the same book position to argue that there is no eternal salvation since names are blotted out of the book of life. This view goes on to state that while unbelievers can be blotted out of the book. It is the book of life of the lamb, because it is through the lamb. The lamb s book of life this book contains the names of those who are redeemed by the blood of jesus. Only a new creature can prove if you are one of those that will be reserve for a seat at the. Nov 29, 2015 may they be blotted out of the book of life and not be listed with the righteous. Book of life commentary using a testimony of jesus christ. The book of life and the blotting out of backsliders forums. But there shall by no means enter it anything that defiles, or causes an abomination or a lie, but only those who are written in the lambs book of life. The life signified by the book is not mere human life but the eternal life purchased by the. And those who dwell on the earth will marvel, whose names are not written in the book of life from the foundation of the world, when they see the beast that was, and is not, and yet is.
The individuals who have their names written in the book of life do not mean they are. Bible verses related to lambs book of life from the king james version kjv by relevance. This is evident from the fact that they can be blotted out of the book of life. Several passages in scripture mention being blotted out of the book of life. So in summary, according to scripture and scripture is our only authority, the elects names are already written in the lamb s book of life before the foundation of the world and will never be blotted out. Seven of the references appear in the book of revelation. Sermons on the lambs book of life serminutes sermon. Apr 5, 2017 calvinism in a nutshell john macarthur fully shown through scripture, apr 5, 2017 calvinism in a nutshell john macarthur fully shown through scripture, stay safe and healthy.
To have your name written in the lambs book of life from the foundation of the world guarantees that you will not worship or marvel at the beast. Guidelines for a happy christian life macarthur bible studies. Jan, 2011 it is written in john 3 v 3 except a man be born again in can not see the kingdom of god. After clicking register, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account and to complete your registration. The lambs book of life not everyone has his or her name written in the lambs book of life. But when we come over into the new testament the term, book of life, is apparently given a new meaning. This brings up the subject of the assurance of our salvation. Josh, i dont know if you are familiar with john macarthur, but i just. Sermons on the lambs book of life serminutes sermon in a. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. There is a book that has taken this world by storm. If a person committed crimes, or otherwise defiled his standing in the city, he could be called before a tribunal and his name removed from the city registry, literally blotted out.
Braxton hunter and myself traditionalists were asked about the lamb s book of life by our calvinistic opponents. John macarthur says, the book of life belonging to the lamb, the lord jesus, is the registry in which god inscribed the names of those chosen for salvation before the foundation of the worldiv italics added. But you might say then whats the use for me, if im not elect, i dont have a chance. In this lab, john piper briefly looks at six different verses to better understand the book of life. This project is unparalleled in our times, and john macarthur has produced a masterful commentary series that demands attention and deserves a place in every preachers library. Every person who enters the new heavens, new earth, and new city of god will be those whose names. True christians will wear theirs at the marriage supper of the lamb 19. How you may know your name is in the lamb s book of life jesse m. I can show several verse where it talks of people being in the lambs book of life or not being blotted out as long as they conquer and overcome. Some calvinists attempt to argue that all the elects names are written down in the lambs book of life before the foundation of the world, but is. The book of life belonging to the lamb, the lord jesus, is the registry in which god inscribed the names of those chosen for salvation before the foundation of the world. Unleashing gods truth, one verse at a time since 1969.
A book of life is mentioned specifically on seven different occasions in the new testament. The threat, then, is not eternal damnation, but physical death. Not everyone has his or her name written in the lamb s book of life. In johns day, rulers kept a register of the citizens of a city. One book the book of life contains all of mankind s names in it. Charles spurgeon is said to have used an illustration about receiving a visit from an angel. In these two texts eternal life is probably not in view at all. This book records who has and who has not accepted jesus as their savior. John macarthur was finally removed from the ifca february 2017 in january of 2017 john macarthur and richard mayhue published the book biblical doctrine. See more ideas about lamb s book of life, book of life and word of god. The lambs book of life and praying for the lost sermonaudio. Life is short, hell is hot, and eternity is a long time. The book of the life of the lamb who was slain is an eternal book, pledging gods redemptive act in history, and securing gods eternal praise. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 3.
He is also the chancellor emeritus of the masters university in santa clarita, california, and the masters seminary. See more ideas about lambs book of life, book of life and word of god. The book of life and the blotting out of backsliders. It includes all whose lives have been willingly and cheerfully offered on the altar of love. Lambs book of life and book of life seem to be two different. The discrepancies in the number 70 or 72 come from differences found in approximately half of the ancient scrolls used in translation. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. I affirm that the lambs book of life contains all the names of those who have or ever will be saved. The lambs book of life rivers of joy baptist church. Late night meditations on the book of life desiring god. Was your name written in the lambs book of life before the. God pity the deceived church and pastor who support john macarthur. Macarthur pastors grace community church in sun valley, california, and serves as president of the masters college and seminary.
It is written in john 3 v 3 except a man be born again in can not see the kingdom of god. The lamb s book of life preached by pastor steven l. John macarthur is heartfelt, somewhat insensitive and skeptical. And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not written in the book of life of the lamb. Brethren, as a born again follower of jesus christ i have realized it is usually acceptable with many believers to expose the teachings of joel osteen, rick warren, or rob bell. We call it the humility of love, and that is exactly what it is about. Mr spurgeon, your name is written in the lambs book of life. New living translation erase their names from the book of life.
The imaginary angel has a message for the great preacher, but spurgeon says he doesnt want to hear it. Luke 10 is the only place where we find the account of jesus sending a specific 70 or 72 disciples to prepare the way before him. Those who have not trusted in the lamb of god, jesus christ, will be sadly disappointed to find how. Bible verses about lambs book of life bible verses related to lambs book of life from the king james version kjv by relevance john. How you may know your name is in the lambs book of life. This particular book has been used by the young and the restless, and by the beautiful and the bold. A commonly misunderstood subject be when properly studied reveals important truth about eternal security and destroys heresy such as calvinism. Jun 20, 20 the lambs book of life and praying for the lost revelation 21 john macarthur. The beast, the book, and the beauty of the lamb john piper. The other book the lamb s book of life contains the names of the redeemed alone.
To have your name written in the lamb s book of life from the foundation of the world guarantees that you will not worship or marvel at the beast. The book of life, in this context, is the set of names of those who will live with god. No pain, only a growing sense of weakness, and a tranquil acceptance of the inevitable. And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him that is, as immediately stated, all whose names are not in the book of life. Those who are not christians have not their name in the book of life, but worship the beast, that is, pay allegiance to him.
This phrase is used as a synonym for eternity past in 17. See more ideas about book of life, lambs book of life and lamb book. One minute inspirational sermonettes for busy christians. As is typical in a formal debate structure, we were not given ample time to fully develop our response, at least not to my satisfaction. Titus macarthur new testament commentary by john macarthur. Cities in john s day had a city register which listed the names of every citizen. A wellknown bible expositor and conference speaker, he has written more than six dozen books, including the macarthur new testament commentary series and the macarthur study bible.
All through the bible we read about people whose names are written in a book. Can your name be removed from the lambs book of life. But you might say then what s the use for me, if im not elect, i dont have a chance. Anyone who would agree with john macarthur and defend his position, after reading this would mean they are rejecting the gospel of jesus christ, this article puts into question the serious implications of john macarthur s teaching on the blood of christ. It is the glorious company of those who have suffered with christ.
That is, it has a defining effect on ones responses. Twice in johns gospel, john the baptist refers to jesus as the lamb of god, referring. John macarthur and grace to you, heretical teaching uk. To be born again is to regain that which was lost in the garden of eden before ones name can be written in the lambs book of life. The following is a personality profile of john macarthur based on his work. Apr 15, 2011 so in summary, according to scripture and scripture is our only authority, the elect s names are already written in the lamb s book of life before the foundation of the world and will never be blotted out. This is the reason jesus told his disciples to rejoice, luke 10. Dec 22, 2006 that is, it has a defining effect on ones responses.
Is there a difference between the book of life and the lambs book of life. At baptism the christian s name is written in the book of life, from which there is always a possibility of it being blotted out revelation 3. May 08, 2012 the following is a guest post from shawn pander addressing charles stanley s unbiblical view of sanctification and assurance of salvation. When a sinner repents, their name is written in this book. Is there a difference between the book of life and the. Calvinism in a nutshell john macarthur fully shown. Since christs atoning sacrifice is the basis for redemption, it is also referred to as the lambs book of life. To be born again is to regain that which was lost in the garden of eden before ones name can be written in the lambs. Mar 12, 2017 this is evident from the fact that they can be blotted out of the book of life.
John macarthur and grace to you, heretical teaching and doctrines of devils. Jack kelly feels that there are two books but only the bride is in the lamb s book of life therefore only the bride will have access to new jerusalem due to revelation 21. There we read, but nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who does what is detestable or false, but only those who are written in the lamb s book of life. This reference specifically mentions people who are believers in christ as those whose names are written in the book of life. Book of life commentary a testimony of jesus christ. Apr 22, 2020 in these two texts eternal life is probably not in view at all. Macarthur is a dangerous false teacher, who is a gospel pervert. The macarthur new testament commentary is nothing less than a library of faithful exegesis and exposition.
If names were not written down in the lambs book of life from the beginning of time that implies that there were names written down. When you come across an important word or phrase in your reading, stop to search for other uses of that same word or phrase. There are eight references in new testament to the book of life, and two of them refer specifically to the book of life that belongs to the lamb, jesus christ. If you want to learn more about this important book if you want to learn more about this important book, read this section. Book of life all books the book of life and all books of life. The lambs book of life preached by pastor steven l. Some believe they are different books, some believe they are the.
Ones name is not written in at birth, nor does he or she have it written in by the sovereign choice of god. In this book is a section on the extent of the atonement where john macarthur s position on limited atonement is made crystal clear. Guidelines for a happy christian life macarthur bible studies macarthur, john f. He is laidback, he appreciates a relaxed pace in life.
Can a persons name be erased from the book of life. It is also written in2 cor 5 v 17 if any man be in christ he is a new creature. Those whose names are written in the book of life are those who belong to god, those who have attained eternal life. The book of revelation tells us that jesus received a book that john calls the lambs book of life. He who overcomes will thus be clothed in white garments. Apr 8, 2014 this pin was discovered by priscilla camacho. I want you to turn to john chapter and were going to look at the opening verses of this chapter.
Fables and fake history preached by pastor steven l. He says, if your name is written, you will not worship the beast. The very phrase the lamb s book of life is a declaration of this, and distinguishes it from every other list of names that was ever written. The following is an excerpt from the macarthur new testament commentary on revelation 21. One book the book of life contains all of mankinds names in it. Charles stanley and false assurance of salvation airo. The completed registration allows us to send order and donation receipts to the email address you provided.
I also affirm that the names have been written in the book since eternity past revelation. He has been the pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley, california, since february 9, 1969. Sep 9, 2015 gives a nice explanation regarding the books. The lambs book of life 9 of 12 daniel rodgers sermon.
John does not say, if you worship the beast, your name is erased. It is a good thing to be written in the lambs book of life. Apr 19, 2011 posts about sermons on the lambs book of life written by r. God in heaven owns a book which consists of two parts. John piper lamb s book of life lamb book i see fire recent discoveries 3d wallpaper widescreen wallpaper nature wallpaper personal development. Of these, six appear in the book of revelation and one in philippians. Can the regenerate be erased from the book of life. New international version revelation 8 all inhabitants of the earth will worship the beastall whose names have not been written in the lambs book of life, the lamb who was slain from the creation of the world. Instead, it refers to the book of the living, the record of those who are alive cf. And another book was opened, which is the book of life. Then they that feared the lord spake often one to another. Is there a difference between the book of life and the lambs book of. We have electronic mail from listener charles deyzel in.
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