Search Results on Scott Hoezee

“One Thing” Behind the Genesis Debate

Scott Hoezee | BioLogos

Scott Hoezee maintains that the one thing on which the entire Genesis debate hinges is whether we acknowledge the role played by hermeneutics. Many young-earth creationists reject the role of hermeneutics: "Just read it!"

Genesis 1, 2

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Hermeneutics, Interpretation, Bible, Creation

Religion and Science in Conversation

Scott Hoezee | Reformed Journal

Article about Theology

Scott Hoezee examines the complex relationship between science and faith, arguing for a gracious but firm conversation between the two in the modern era.

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Religion, Science, Conversation, Evidence

Angels' Song

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast discuss Luke 2:9-15, unpacking the angel's theological rich announcement: "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to those on whom God's favor rests."

Luke 2:9-15

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Birth, Angel, Gloria In Excelsis Deo

The Shattering Word

Scott Hoezee | Reformed Journal

Article about Preaching

In this article, Scott Hoezee argues that those who preach and those who listen must wrestle with the sharp angularities that come when Christ’s gospel encounters a broken world.

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Conflict, Gospel, Justice, Preaching

Peace, Yes or No?

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast talk about a series of contradictory texts. Does Jesus bring peace or conflict into our world? The talk addresses John 14:27 and Luke 12:51. The transcript is also available.

Luke 12:51; John 14:27

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Peace (spiritual), Shalom

Comfort in the Wake of National or International Disasters

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee, Dave Bast, and Ruth Boven discuss Psalm 46 and how the psalm brings comfort to those in difficult circumstances in human-made and natural disasters.

Psalm 46

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Comfort, Disaster Relief, Suffering, Death

The Beauty of God's Law

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast examine Moses' farewell speech in Deuteronomy 1 and Deuteronomy 4:1-8, and discuss the beauty of God's law and how abiding by it makes our own lives beautiful, even attractive to others.

Deuteronomy 1, 4:1-8

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Deuteronomy (book), Moses, Beauty, Law

In Jesus' Name

Scott Hoezee | The Banner

Article about Theology

Scott Hoezee emphasizes the importance of a Trinitarian understanding of prayer. Christian prayer should be directed to God the Father in the power of the Holy Spirit based on the mediating work of Jesus.

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Prayer, Trinity, Intercession

Mary's Song

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast think together about Luke 1:46-55, Mary's song, and how it exemplifies God's grace and greatness in lowering himself to be with the needy.

Luke 1:46-55

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Advent, Magnificat, Mary (mother Of Jesus Christ), Jesus Christ

True Confessions: The Athanasian Creed

Scott Hoezee | Reformed Worship

Discussion Questions and 2 more types

Scott Hoezee shows how the Athanasian Creed--and its aim of helping us know our God better--facilitate its use in worship. Includes discussion questions and a litany based on the creed.

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Athanasian Creed, Confession, Worship

Thus Saith Me

Scott Hoezee | Reformed Worship

Article about Preaching

What differentiates a sermon from a blog post? A blog focuses on the author's viewpoint while a sermon focuses on what the Word of God says. Scott Hoezee warns against confusing these genres.

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Exegesis, Hermeneutics, Self-indulgence

God in Charge

Scott Hoezee | Reformed Journal

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this sermon on Psalm 47, Scott Hoezee acknowledges the astounding nature of the claim that Jesus is Lord of the universe. It matters whether people can see that Jesus is Lord of our lives.

Psalm 47

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Ascension, Truth, Witness, God's Sovereignty

Gospel Growth

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast walk through Acts 8, how the Gospel moves to Samaria through persecution in Jerusalem; how Simon the magician is seemingly converted, and the Spirit sending Philip to meet the Ethiopian eunuch.

Acts 8

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Holy Spirit, Samaria, Persecution, Simon Magus

Satisfied With Enough

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Scott Hoezee's commentary on John 20:19-31 reflects on the story of "doubting Thomas" and how we are given just enough in the Bible to be satisfied by faith. Sermon illustration idea included.

John 20:19-31

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Bible, Doubt, Faith, Thomas

The Spiritual Challenges of a Comfortable Life

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast reflect together on Moses’ warning in Deuteronomy 8 that we need to remember God’s provision and rely on him, even when we’re comfortable, secure, and prosperous.

Deuteronomy 8

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Gratitude, Security, God's Provision, Prosperity

Saul to Paul

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast discuss Paul's conversion story in Acts 9:1-19, and how the power of Paul's story lies in the fact that it is all of our stories—that we are converted by grace alone.

Acts 9:1-19

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Paul/saul, Conversion, Grace

The Technicolor Jesus

Scott Hoezee | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Article about Preaching, Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee's workshop explores distinctive characteristics of Mark's gospel, such as its drama, urgency, and vividness, as opportunities for rich preaching. (Length: 58:04)

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Mark (book), Drama, Homiletics

Work for God's Glory

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and David Bast look at three texts, Isaiah 60:4-19, Jeremiah 29, and Revelation 21:22-27, and discuss the heavenly value of the things we create and our work, and how they add to God's glory.

Isaiah 60:4-19; Jeremiah 29; Revelation 21:22-27

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God, Glory, Work, Creation

Comfort and a Loved One's Death

David Bast | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Scott Hoezee and Dave Bast interview Ruth Boven who talks about death after a loved one passes. The discussion centers on I Thessalonians 4:13-18 and grieving with hope.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

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Death, Funeral, Comfort

Father, into Your Hands

David Bast | Groundwork

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Scott Hoezee and David Bast explore the finality and the hope of Christ’s dying words (Luke 23:26-31, 44-49). Through these same words Jesus teaches us profound truths about our relationship with God and life after death.

Luke 23:26-31, 44-49

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Abandonment, God, Hope, Death