Monthly Archives: August 2015

J.I. Packer on the Bible

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Wayne Davies

In the early chapters of Knowing God, repeated emphasis is given to the indispensable role of the Bible in the believer’s quest to know God. In chapter 1 Packer offers up “five basic truths” which he calls the “foundation-principles of … Continue reading →

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How Do You Know That You Know God?

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Wayne Davies

How do you know that you know the Lord? Some of us might answer that question by saying, “I was raised by Christian parents and came to know the Lord at a young age.” Or “I knew the facts of … Continue reading →

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Be Not Deceived: Knowing about God and Knowing God Are Worlds Apart

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Wayne Davies

There is so much truth in chapters 1 and 2 of “Knowing God,” it’s hard to know where to begin. Packer is a gifted writer, teacher and theologian. I have much to learn from this man, and I eagerly sit … Continue reading →

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Knowing God by J.I. Packer

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Wayne Davies

In response to the invitation of blogger Tim Challies of www.challies.com, I’m reading the book “Knowing God” by J.I. Packer. First published in 1973, this has become an evangelical classic and I’m excited to dive into it with hundreds of … Continue reading →

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