[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  Christopher Calvin Reid [@ReidFirm](/creator/twitter/ReidFirm) on x 23.1K followers Created: 2025-07-15 13:28:31 UTC John MacArthur: The Unyielding Guardian of Biblical Truth, Proclaimer of Christ’s Lordship, and Enduring Voice of Gospel Fidelity. Why He Will Be Remembered As One of The Greatest Pastors of Our Lifetime! RETWEET John MacArthur (1939–2025), a titan of biblical fidelity, stood resolute against a compromising American church, proclaiming Christ as both Savior and Lord. For over five decades at Grace Community Church, he fearlessly upheld doctrinal purity, rejecting cultural capitulation. His ministry, marked by unwavering commitment to Scripture, exposed the futility of shallow professions of faith, insisting that true salvation demands a transformed life. MacArthur’s legacy as a pastor, author, and global voice through *Grace to You* reshaped evangelicalism, but his doctrinal stands define his enduring impact. MacArthur’s conviction that “you must receive Jesus Christ for who He is, both Lord and Savior, to be truly saved” anchored his teaching on lordship salvation. He decried easy-believism, where one might “say a prayer or walk an aisle” without submitting to Christ’s lordship, declaring, “The gospel call to faith presupposes that sinners must repent of their sin and yield to Christ’s authority.” This stance countered a church swayed by pragmatism and cultural trends. He boldly confronted errors—prosperity theology, seeker-sensitive models, and social justice distortions—echoing Puritan John Owen’s warning: “Without holiness, no man shall see the Lord.” MacArthur’s insistence on sanctification as evidence of salvation stirred controversy but rooted believers in biblical truth. On the doctrine of election, MacArthur harmonized God’s sovereignty with human responsibility, teaching, “God’s sovereign election and man’s responsibility to believe are two sides of the same coin.” He affirmed divine choice while urging sinners to repent, reflecting Puritan Thomas Watson’s insight: “God’s decree is the very pillar upon which the saints’ perseverance depends.” His expository preaching, unpacking Scripture verse by verse, equipped millions to grasp these truths, resisting the tide of doctrinal compromise. MacArthur’s life began in a family of faith, shaped by his father’s gospel ministry. Pastoring since 1969, he authored over XXX books, including the *MacArthur Study Bible*, and reached millions via *Grace to You*. Despite health struggles and church financial strains, he preached until his passing in 2025, leaving a legacy of courage, family devotion, and gospel clarity that continues to inspire. #JohnMacArthur #gracetoyou #jesusstillsaves @DeaceProducer RETWEET  XXX engagements  **Related Topics** [christ](/topic/christ) [titan](/topic/titan) [calvin](/topic/calvin) [Post Link](https://x.com/ReidFirm/status/1945113249365557427)
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John MacArthur: The Unyielding Guardian of Biblical Truth, Proclaimer of Christ’s Lordship, and Enduring Voice of Gospel Fidelity. Why He Will Be Remembered As One of The Greatest Pastors of Our Lifetime! RETWEET
John MacArthur (1939–2025), a titan of biblical fidelity, stood resolute against a compromising American church, proclaiming Christ as both Savior and Lord. For over five decades at Grace Community Church, he fearlessly upheld doctrinal purity, rejecting cultural capitulation. His ministry, marked by unwavering commitment to Scripture, exposed the futility of shallow professions of faith, insisting that true salvation demands a transformed life. MacArthur’s legacy as a pastor, author, and global voice through Grace to You reshaped evangelicalism, but his doctrinal stands define his enduring impact.
MacArthur’s conviction that “you must receive Jesus Christ for who He is, both Lord and Savior, to be truly saved” anchored his teaching on lordship salvation. He decried easy-believism, where one might “say a prayer or walk an aisle” without submitting to Christ’s lordship, declaring, “The gospel call to faith presupposes that sinners must repent of their sin and yield to Christ’s authority.” This stance countered a church swayed by pragmatism and cultural trends. He boldly confronted errors—prosperity theology, seeker-sensitive models, and social justice distortions—echoing Puritan John Owen’s warning: “Without holiness, no man shall see the Lord.” MacArthur’s insistence on sanctification as evidence of salvation stirred controversy but rooted believers in biblical truth.
On the doctrine of election, MacArthur harmonized God’s sovereignty with human responsibility, teaching, “God’s sovereign election and man’s responsibility to believe are two sides of the same coin.” He affirmed divine choice while urging sinners to repent, reflecting Puritan Thomas Watson’s insight: “God’s decree is the very pillar upon which the saints’ perseverance depends.” His expository preaching, unpacking Scripture verse by verse, equipped millions to grasp these truths, resisting the tide of doctrinal compromise.
MacArthur’s life began in a family of faith, shaped by his father’s gospel ministry. Pastoring since 1969, he authored over XXX books, including the MacArthur Study Bible, and reached millions via Grace to You. Despite health struggles and church financial strains, he preached until his passing in 2025, leaving a legacy of courage, family devotion, and gospel clarity that continues to inspire. #JohnMacArthur #gracetoyou #jesusstillsaves @DeaceProducer
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