Faithful

John MacArthur

Expositor and defender of biblical inerrancy

Biography

John MacArthur is the pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and president of The Master's University and Seminary. With over 50 years in ministry, he is known for his verse-by-verse expositional preaching and unwavering commitment to biblical authority. Author of numerous books and commentaries.

Biblical Assessment

Every preacher is tested against our 5-point biblical framework. Here's how John MacArthur measures up:

1

Title & Authority

VERDICT: BIBLICAL-APOSTLE

Ordained elder, called and sent by local church. Decades of faithful service under biblical eldership structure.

Scripture:

1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, Acts 20:28

2

Gospel Message

VERDICT: THE-GOSPEL-ITSELF

Preaches justification by faith alone, Christ's substitutionary atonement, and the necessity of repentance. Defends the doctrines of grace.

Scripture:

Romans 3:21-26, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

3

Fruit & Lifestyle

VERDICT: BEYOND-REPROACH

Over 50 years of faithful ministry without scandal. Lives modestly. Known for integrity, humility, and devotion to Scripture.

Scripture:

1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:6-8, 1 Peter 5:2-3

4

Revelation vs. Scripture

VERDICT: ULTIMATE-AUTHORITY

Scripture alone is his authority. Cessationist regarding sign gifts. Expositional preaching for decades.

Scripture:

2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 1:1-2, Revelation 22:18-19

5

Finances & Transparency

VERDICT: SACRIFICIAL

Grace Community Church is financially transparent. MacArthur lives modestly. Gives away most book royalties to ministry.

Scripture:

Acts 20:33-35, 2 Corinthians 12:14, 1 Timothy 3:3

Key Quotes

These statements from John MacArthur exemplify biblical truth.

"The Bible is the only source of divine revelation. It is complete, sufficient, and authoritative for all matters of faith and practice."
— John MacArthur
Aligned with: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 19:7-11
Source: The Master's Seminary Statement of Faith
"The church's mission is not to reform society, but to preach the gospel."
— John MacArthur
Aligned with: 1 Corinthians 1:17, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:20
Source: Why Government Can't Save You (2000)

Sources & References

All assessments are based on verifiable, publicly available sources:

  • •Grace to You ministry - gty.org
  • •MacArthur Study Bible
  • •Books and sermons spanning 50+ years
  • •The Master's Seminary

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Assessment Summary

Faithful

John MacArthur demonstrates biblical faithfulness in doctrine, character, and ministry practice. Safe to learn from.

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