Jonathan Edwards once said that there is no way that Christians, in a private capacity, can do so much to promote the work of God and advance the kingdom of Christ, as by prayer. This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke challenges us to bring the sins of the nations before the Lord in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 18:23-33. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons ...

"Let us be glad and rejoice, and give honour to him: for the marriage of the Lamb is come, and his wife hath made herself ready.” This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke helps us set our eyes on the future joy of our eternal marriage feast with Christ. Presented in partnership with Founders Ministries, this is Dr. Beeke’s second address from their 2024 National Conference on “Remembering Jesus Christ.” Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses from previous Founders Conferen...

Do you think of the Lordship of Christ as beautiful? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reminds us of the surprising goodness of Christ’s authority over all things. Presented in partnership with Founders Ministries, this is Dr. Beeke’s first address from their 2024 National Conference on “Remembering Jesus Christ.” Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses from previous Founders Conferences. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the...

How would you change your life today if you knew the future? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on Genesis 18:16-22, giving the reason and result of God’s prophecy to Abraham about the judgment of Sodom and Gamorrah. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalti...

How should God’s people respond to the warnings in His Word? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reveals God’s grace in warning Abraham about the impending judgment of Sodom and Gamorrah in Genesis 18:16-22. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experien...

“Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.”—Genesis 18:14 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reminds us of God’s unlimited power to fulfill His covenant promises in the second part of his sermon on Genesis 18:1-15. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching minist...

What would you do if the LORD came knocking on your door? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke shows us how Abraham showed remarkable hospitality when he received a surprise visit from God in Genesis 18:1-15. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the...

"Abraham did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform.”—Romans 4:20-21 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke shows us how Abraham went from scoffing to trusting in the conclusion of his sermon on Genesis 17:15-27. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents...

“But my covenant will I establish with Isaac, which Sarah shall bear unto thee at this set time in the next year.”—Genesis 17:21 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke shows us that God’s covenants are sure even in “impossible” circumstances in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 17:15-27. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. J...

How should believers think about circumcision under the New Covenant? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke explains the connection between circumcision and baptism as he concludes his sermon on Genesis 17:9-14. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience t...

With each of God’s covenants come signs of His faithfulness to fulfill them. This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke uncovers the significance and summons of circumcision for the Abrahamic Covenant in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 17:9-14. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalt...

“In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.”—1 Corinthians 15:52 This week on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Beeke exhorts us to find hope in glorification, which is the perfection of the image of God in man. Presented in partnership with Founders Ministries, this is Dr. Beeke’s final address from the 2023 National Conference. Tap here to hear all the addresses from previous Fo...

"But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith.”—Galatians 3:11 This week on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Beeke considers the way man is made right with God, justification by faith alone. This is the second of Dr. Beeke’s addresses on the doctrine of man from the Founders National Conference in 2023. Thank you to Founders Ministries for allowing us to feature these sessions. Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses...

“What is man that You are mindful of him, and the son of man that You care for him?”—Psalm 8:4 For the next three weeks, Doctrine for Life and Founders Ministries present Dr. Joel Beeke’s addresses from the Founders National Conference 2023, which focused on the Doctrine of Man. Today, Dr. Beeke answers one of the most urgent questions in society today: What does it mean that man is made in the image of God? Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses from previous Fou...

“As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations.”—Genesis 17:4 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us about the benefits of the Covenant of Grace in his sermon on Genesis 17:2-8. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to ...

How should believers relate to God’s holy law? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on Genesis 17:1, challenging believers to examine themselves and obey God’s commands. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for...

“I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.”—Genesis 17:1 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke examines God’s call to Abraham to walk in total obedience in Genesis 17:1. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

When Christians fail to trust God’s promises, the results are always disastrous. This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on Genesis 16:1-13, showing us how God responds to the foolish plans of Hagar, Abram, and Sarai.Begin your journey into the world of the Puritans here.Pre-order the first set of the 63-volume C.H. Spurgeon Sermons collection here.Pick up William Gouge's Building a Godly Home here. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly ser...

You have heard it said that “God helps those who help themselves.” But is that really what the Bible teaches us about the life of faith? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us how foolish it is to use human means to achieve God’s purposes in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 16:1-13. Enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke at joelbeeke.org. Begin your journey into the world of the Puritans here.Pre-order the first set of the 63-volume C.H...

How do the signs of God’s covenant strengthen us when we doubt? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his study of Genesis 15:7-21, showing us how God assures Abraham of His promises through a covenant sign. Begin your journey into the world of the Puritans here.Pre-order the first set of the 63-volume C.H. Spurgeon Sermons collection here.Pick up William Gouge's Building a Godly Home here. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the...

How do the signs of God’s covenant strengthen us when we doubt? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his study of Genesis 15:7-21, showing us how God assures Abraham of His promises through a covenant sign.Begin your journey into the world of the Puritans here.Pre-order the first set of the 63-volume C.H. Spurgeon Sermons collection here.Pick up William Gouge's Building a Godly Home here. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preac...

“Abraham believed in the Lord; and He counted it to him for righteousness.”-Genesis 15:6 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us how faith in the Lord can help us overcome our fears in the second part of his sermon on Genesis 15:1-6. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. Begin your journey into the world of the Puritans here.Pre-order the first set of the 63-volume C.H. Spurgeon Sermons collection here.Pick up William G...

“Fear not, Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.”-Genesis 15:1 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reveals how the word of the LORD comforted a fearful Abraham in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 15:1-6. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

How does Christ’s Melchizedekian priesthood encourage believers today? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues exploring Abraham’s encounter with Melchizedek in the second part of his sermon on Genesis 14:17-24.Learn more about the Puritan Treasures for Today here.Check out Reformed Systematic Theology, Volume 4: Church and Last Things by Dr. Joel Beeke and Dr. Paul Smalley here.Learn more about the Family Worship Bible Guide here.