Doctrine for Life

"Death is the triumphant chariot to carry every child of God to His Father’s mansion house.”—Thomas Watson   This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Abraham’s final years, reminding us why Christians can joyfully embrace the reality of death. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org.   The Doctrine for Life Podcast prese...

"Then Abraham gave up the ghost, and died in a good old age, an old man, and full of years; and was gathered to his people.”—Genesis 25:8   This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke helps us consider what it means for a Christian to die well by examining Abraham’s final days. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org.   The Doctrine for Life Podca...

“And it came to pass after the death of Abraham, that God blessed his son Isaac:”—Genesis 25:11  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on God’s blessings in the life of Isaac, reminding us how God is active in the lives of ordinary Christians. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to th...

Most Christians are familiar with Abraham’s life but know far less about the life of Isaac, the child of promise.  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us how to see God’s blessings in our ordinary lives through the first part of his sermon on Genesis 24 and 25. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org .  The Doctrine for Life Podcast pre...

“And he said unto me, The Lord, before whom I walk, will send his angel with thee, and prosper thy way; and thou shalt take a wife for my son of my kindred, and of my father's house:”—Genesis 24:40  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Genesis 24, showing us how God orchestrates all things to fulfill His covenant promises.  To enjoy more resources from the p...

Does God’s sovereignty mean Christians should be passive?   This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reminds us that Christians can pursue God’s blessings by faith in his sermon on Genesis 24. 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. Li...

"Isaac spake unto Abraham his father, and said,”Behold the fire and the wood: but where is the lamb for a burnt offering?” And Abraham said, “My son, God will provide himself a lamb.”  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on God testing Abraham, calling us to look to Christ as the true sacrificial lamb. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Bee...

 How will you respond when God tests your faith?  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke begins his exposition of one of the most controversial and misunderstood passages in the Old Testament: God calling Abraham to sacrifice his beloved son, Isaac. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org .  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons fr...

“Now we, brethren, as Isaac was, are the children of promise.”—Galatians 4:28  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Genesis 21 by reminding us of the stark contrast between temporary blessings man claims by works and the eternal blessings God grants us by faith. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org .  The Doctrine for...

"Children are a heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”—Psalm 127:3  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke considers the joyful fulfillment of God’s promise to give Abraham and Sarah a son in Genesis 21. 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 m...

“There is more mercy in Christ than sin in us.”—Richard Sibbes  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke comforts us with the reality of God’s abundant grace when we fall into old sins as he concludes his sermon on Genesis 20. 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...

"The fear of man bringeth a snare: but he who puts his trust in the Lord shall be safe.”—Proverbs 29:25  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke recounts the way Abraham fell back into an old sin when he feared man more than God in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 20. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org.   The Doctrine for Life Podc...

In giving us the Gospel, the God of the universe gave us Himself.  In this bonus episode of Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke reveals the love of God in giving us His Son as a divine, unspeakable gift. Consider the magnitude of God’s grace as you listen to this thrilling exposition of 2 Corinthians 9:15.  Want to hear more from Dr. Beeke on the glory of the incarnation? Pick up his book,  Why Chri...

There are few warnings in Scripture more solemn than this. The Lord Jesus Christ says to us, "Remember Lot's wife."— J.C. Ryle  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Genesis 19:23-28, reminding us that we must fix our hope on Christ and never turn aside. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org .  The Doctrin...

“Then the Lord rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the Lord out of heaven.”—Genesis 19:24  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke warns us about God’s righteous judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19:23-38. 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 preachi...

 “He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.”--John 3:36  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Genesis 19:1-22, calling sinners to flee from God’s wrath to the saving grace of Jesus Christ. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbee...

“Brother, or sister, have you forgotten Lot? Awake! and remember Lot;—Awake, and linger no more.”--JC Ryle  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke examines Lot’s response to the warning that Sodom and Gamorrah would face God’s wrath in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 19:1-22. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org.   The Doctrine for Life...

 "Prayer delights God’s ear, it melts his heart, it opens his hand: God cannot deny a praying soul.”--Thomas Watson   This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke concludes his sermon on Genesis 18:23-33, revealing the motives, basis, and expectations of the believer’s prayer. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org .  The Doctrine for Life Podcast...

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. B...

"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 “Remember...

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 Fo...

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...

 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....

“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 joelbee...

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. D...