PCRT Grand Rapids

Why should you come to PCRT Grand Rapids? The doctrine of adoption is a truth that many Christians overlook. After all, what could be more astonishing - more unbelievable - than the great fact that the doctrine of adoption teaches: a holy God adopt a rebel sinner like us as His beloved children.  It makes any Disney fairy tale sound humdrum by comparison. We might pray for Him to tolerate us, to look the other way when we sin, but we wouldn't dream of asking Him to stoop to love us as His own children.  So here, as so often, we see our sinful flesh conflict with the glorious truths of God's Word.  The apostle John, like us, stands amazed at the truth of adoption, "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!"

We have the opportunity to worship our heavenly Father and delve deeply into the rich truths of the doctrine of adoption this Friday through Sunday at the Philadelphia Conference of Reformed Theology held in Byron Center, Michigan.  Here is a short list of the ways those attend will be blessed:

-Six Biblically robust addresses from four gifted preachers/teachers: Derek Thomas, Steven Lawson, Joel Beeke, and Richard Phillips.  You will be able to fill a legal pad full of truths on the doctrine of adoption to ponder and enjoy for years to come.

-A pre-conference with three of the speakers applying the truth of our heavenly Father's love to the role of men as earthly fathers.  This time before the conference will be a breath of fresh air in the smog of our culture which caricatures courageous husbands and fathers.

-Your choice of three difference seminars in which to more closely learn from and interact with the teachers.

-An opportunity for questions and answers with the speakers regarding adoption

-Opportunities, with the accompaniment of the Westminster brass, to sing praises to our heavenly Father, our saving and perfect brother Jesus, and the Spirit who applies these truths to us.

-A large selection of insightful Reformed books and resources to peruse and purchase

-Fellowship and encouragement with Reformed brothers and sisters - and conference speakers!

 

In other words, this is an event you will not want to miss!

Adam Eisenga is our guest blogger this weekend for PCRT Grand Rapids. He serves as Pastor of Family Discipleship at Byron Center First Christian Reformed Church.