Stranger in a Strange Land: Happy 502nd Birthday John Calvin

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"In comparison with heaven, earth is insignificant. Our fleeting moments here determine where our eternity will be spent." __John Gerstner

"This life ought so to be spent by us as to be only a journey towards heaven." __Jonathan Edwards

"Take as many to heaven with you as ye are able to draw. The more ye draw with you, ye shall be the welcomer yourself." __Samuel Rutherford

"God has created the entire world that it should be the theater of His glory by the spread of His gospel."___John Calvin

"I find your lack of faith - disturbing."
__Darth Vader

Sunday, July 10, 2011

Happy 502nd Birthday John Calvin

John Calvin was born on July 10, 1509. He was one of the most significant figures in the Reformation. His scholarly writing, and preaching were instrumental in returning the church to the true gospel.

2 comments:

mikew116 said...: Well he's quite the old geezer isn't he?; July 11, 2011 at 8:52 AM
stranger.strange.land said...: Quite so, Michael. Next time we see him, though, he will be 33 (and so will we :); July 11, 2011 at 6:03 PM