We should be clear in our hearts and minds that all the common grace that God dispenses in our lives at Christmas should not diffuse our focus on the grace provided to us in Christ which saves us for eternity!
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Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
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- Alcorn, Randy. Money, Possessions, and Eternity. Tyndale House, 2003.
- Blomberg, Craig L. Neither Poverty nor Riches: A Biblical Theology of Possessions. InterVarsity Press, 1999.
- Burroughs, Jeremiah. The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment. Banner of Truth, 1981.
- Chantry, Walter J. Today’s Gospel: Authentic or Synthetic? Banner of Truth, 1970.
- Clotfelter, David. Sinners in the Hands of a Good God: Reconciling Divine Judgment & Mercy. Moody Press, 2004.
- Getz, Gene. Biblical Theology of Material Possessions. Moody Press, 1991.
- Getz, Gene. Real Prosperity: Biblical Principles of Material Possessions. Moody Press, 1990.
- Horn, Connie Beyer. I Have Enough. Concordia Publishing, 1999.
- Lutzer, Erwin. Your Eternal Reward: Triumph and Tears at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Moody Press, 1998.
- MacArthur, John. Faith Works: The Gospel According to the Apostles. Zondervan, 1994.
- Metzger, Will. Tell The Truth: The Whole Gospel to the Whole Person by Whole People. InterVarsity, 1984.
- Miller, C. John. Repentance and the 20th Century Man. Christian Literature Crusade, 1975.
- Roberts, Richard Owen. Repentance: The First Word of the Gospel. Crossway Books, 2002.
- Stowell, Joseph. Eternity: Reclaiming a Passion for What Endures. Moody Press, 1995.
- Swindoll, Charles. Improving Your Serve: The Art of Unselfish Living. Thomas Nelson, 1990.