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May 19, 2008

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Monday May 19, 2008

The Imagination of C.S. Lewis
Leland Ryken’s article on C.S. Lewis from a recent edition of Tabletalk is a masterpiece.

Carson on Red Letter Christians
Denny Burk shares some of D.A. Carson’s words on those who now call themselves “red letter Christians.”

Amy Hall on Prince Caspian
The reviews for Prince Caspian are decidedly mixed. Amy Hall says it is a good film that misses the mark and tells us how.

Portion Size Then and Now
A visual comparison of how portion sizes (and belt sizes) have changed.

Clarus Audio
Zach posts the audio from a recent conference involving D.A. Carson and Michael Horton. The topic was “Galatians and the problem of self justification.”

A La Carte (1/10)

Thursday January 10, 2008 A Prince Caspian WishlistC.S. Lewis scholar Devin Brown shares his “Prince Caspian” wishlist as he anticipates this summer’s movie release. Purgatorio ReturnsAt long last the satirical site Purgatorio has returned from hiatus. And there was much rejoicing. Can You Respect Him?At Making Home there is a good article about the importance…

Jan 10, 2008

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A La Carte (1/11)

Friday January 11, 2008 Guidance on GuidanceLydia turns to Ray Pritchard who provides some biblical wisdom based on four myths about God’s guidance (-5 points to me for such an awkward sentence). Crossway Stands Behind MeMarc over at Purgatorio shares with the world the title and subject of my next book. It’s not what you…

Jan 11, 2008

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A La Carte (6/4)

Wednesday June 4, 2008 A Princely Film We Commoners Can Relate ToC.S. Lewis scholar Devin Brown has an interesting review of “Prince Caspian.” He liked the movie (and perhaps understood the movie) better than many other reviewers. Dever on Personal Bible ReadingNew Attitude’s blog has a brief interview with Mark Dever on personal Bible reading…

Jun 4, 2008

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A Less Busy Heart

In the midst of our busy lives, we can sometimes wonder whether we really have the time to pray. Won’t prayer hinder our productivity? Won’t prayer keep us from getting done all the things we need to do?

Apr 13

Articles

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Weekend A La Carte (April 12)

A La Carte: Designer babies / The dragon and the rooster / Leper Christianity / Theologians against nature / Faithful and small / The missing heart of AI sermons / Douglas Groothuis books / and more.

Apr 12

A La Carte

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Free Stuff Fridays (Zondervan Reflective)

Free Stuff Fridays: Book Giveaway! #Sponsored

Apr 11

Giveaways

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Good News at Rock Bottom

Life most certainly brings its challenges. Some of these are just little ruts along the way, some are deep and dark valleys, and some are lower still—the kind of rock bottom experiences that are so dreadful we wonder if we will be able to endure them with our faith intact.

Apr 11

Book Reviews

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A La Carte (April 11)

A La Carte: John Piper & Kevin DeYoung on baptism / The legacy of TEDS / The DIY spirituality of Rainn Wilson and Rhett & Link / The enormous significance of small tasks / Hello, I want your life / Meryl Streep and Aslan / Kindle deals / and more.

Apr 11

A La Carte

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A Batch of New Books for Kids (and Teens)

Every month I put together a roundup of new and notable books for grownup readers. But I also receive a lot of books for kids and like to put together the occasional roundup of these books as well. So today I bring you a whole big batch of new books for kids of all ages…

Apr 10

Resources

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Can Christians Watch “House of David?”

I did not intend to watch House of David, but when a few people told me they were enjoying it and asked what I thought, I decided to give it a go. But before I discuss House of David, I want to talk about The Chosen.

Apr 9

Articles

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The Most Pleasant Show on Television

I rarely review, recommend, or even mention movies and television programs. I rarely do so because I am aware that tastes vary and so too do family rules and personal consciences. Not only that, but I am not very adept at understanding the themes or messages in visual media and wouldn’t wish to inadvertently lead…

Apr 2

Articles

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Should We Capitalize Divine Pronouns?

There are certain emails I receive on a routine basis and an especially common one relates to pronouns. Thankfully it’s not asking me to define my own pronouns as is all the rage today, but rather asking me whether Christians ought to capitalize God’s pronouns. By way of explanation, when some Christians use a pronoun…

Apr 7

Articles

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A Batch of New Books for Kids (and Teens)

Every month I put together a roundup of new and notable books for grownup readers. But I also receive a lot of books for kids and like to put together the occasional roundup of these books as well. So today I bring you a whole big batch of new books for kids of all ages…

Apr 10

Resources

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A Sudden Stopping of the Breath

I recently encountered a poem I enjoyed and wanted to share with you. LeRoy Tate Newland was an American pastor, a missionary to Korea, and a poet. Among his poems is this brief reflection on the death of a Christian (which, appropriately, is titled “A Christian’s Death”). I hope you enjoy it as much as…

Apr 6

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