BCL Online Picks — September 17, 2026

September 17, 2026/BCL/BCL Online Picks

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Explore what Jesus meant by a camel passing through the eye of a needle, common misconceptions about worship, worldly wisdom versus wisdom from above, and more in this week’s online picks!

1. The Eye of the Needle

Did Jesus have a small gate in Jerusalem in mind when he spoke of a camel passing through the eye of a needle? In this sermon from Ligonier, theologian R. C. Sproul dispels a popular myth and explains Christ’s warning about the spiritual danger of trusting in wealth and why salvation—impossible for man—is possible with God. Watch or read it here →

2. What Misconceptions Can Christians Have about Worship?

Worship is not primarily about our personal preferences or creating an experience for those gathered. In this brief reel, pastor Derek Thompson addresses two common misconceptions about worship, emphasizing its vertical dimension and the importance of worshiping God according to his word. Watch it here →

3. Help! I’m Struggling with the Doctrine of Predestination

Does predestination make God unjust, render our choices meaningless, or undermine our assurance of salvation? Over at Crossway, theologians Joel R. Beeke and Paul M. Smalley address these common concerns, showing how this biblical doctrine gives eternal significance to human choices and grounds the believer’s confidence in God’s sovereign grace. Read it here →

4. How Biblical Doctrine Makes Us Beautiful

Biblical doctrine isn’t dry or lifeless. It’s good news that causes the heart to rejoice! Over at Crossway, theologian Michael Reeves explains how the truths recovered in the Reformation glorify God, bring freedom and joy to his people, and lead to genuine human flourishing. Watch or read it here →

5. What Does the Bible Teach About the Responsibility of Those Who Govern the Nations?

What responsibilities has God given to civil rulers? In the second part of his series on nations, theologian Kevin DeYoung explains that good rulers administer justice, punish wrongdoing, uphold what is good, and protect the freedom of Christians to worship and live faithfully—and that the state’s authority is real but limited. Read it here →

6. Wisdom and Foolishness

Scripture contrasts the destructive wisdom of this world with the pure and peaceable wisdom that comes from above. Over at Ligonier Ministries, the late pastor Harry Reeder explains how knowledge of God’s word, Spirit-given understanding, sincere prayer, and faithful obedience produce a wise, Christ-shaped life. Read it here →

7. The Cradle of Christian Truth: The Apostles’ Creed (Part 2)—I Believe

Why should Christians confess a creed written by fallible human beings? Continuing his series at The Heidelblog, theologian Harrison Perkins explains why the Apostles’ Creed faithfully summarizes biblical truth and how confessing the objective truths of Christianity together strengthens the faith of God’s people. Read it here →