A La Carte (7/22)

Jul 22, 2009

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LAX Is Home
Here’s proof that just about any story that catches my eye can end up in A La Carte. I found this one rather fascinating for some reason. “Lancaster’s 2001 Tradewinds sits among 100 trailers and motor homes that form a colony of pilots, mechanics and other airline workers at LAX, the third-busiest airport in the nation. They are citizens of one of the most unusual communities in the United States.”

Questions for your Missions Budget
Kevin DeYoung gives some good questions to ask when it comes to setting a missions budget.

Best Christian Design
Best Christian Design is a web design gallery (one of hundreds out there) but with a unique twist. It focuses entirely on Christian web sites–churches, ministries, and so on.

Young Men: Learn Self Control
From CBMW’s blog: “Two sports events this weekend, one seen across the globe, the other far more mundane, provided me with an opportunity to teach my six-year-old son a crucial lesson in biblical manhood. “

A La Carte (September 9)

“You’ve Ruined My Life, Professor Craig!!” What a great email exchange this is between William Lane Craig and one of his former students. Here’s my favorite line: “Jesus is a tremendously attractive person in the wisdom of his teaching, in his character, and in the authenticity of his life.” Indeed, he is! Conservative Dissent Is…

Sep 9, 2015

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Weekend A La Carte (March 28)

How Can Hummingbirds Hover So Well? That’s a questions scientists have wrestled with for a long time. Gene Veith writes about Who the Unchurched Really Are. “Can it be that American Christianity, with roots in this culture, has become so prosperous and middle class that it would rather not deal with people from this social…

Mar 28, 2015

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A La Carte (6/14)

Mark Driscoll Interviews the Grudems – I enjoyed this interview between Mark Driscoll and Wayne and Margaret Grudem. Mark asks them questions related to their marriage. Technology’s Negative Impact on Missions – This is worth thinking about in terms of the impact of technology on missions. Geek Dad – Has anyone checked out this book?…

Jun 14, 2010

A La Carte

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So Many Dumb Ways To Die

Do you remember the catchy little earworm “Dumb Ways To Die?” In what was undoubtedly one of history’s most successful public awareness campaigns, Metro Trains of Melbourne, Australia, reached millions of people around the world with their message of railroad safety. They did this through an irresistibly snappy song.

May 13

Articles

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A La Carte (May 13)

Your phone is hurting you / The awkward, important part of prayer / You’re drowning in busywork / The cost of rushing grief / Habits for Sunday rest and worship / A missing doctrine / ESV Journaling Study Bible / and more.

May 13

A La Carte

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A La Carte (May 12)

God pursued me / It’s okay to love the church / Living in an empty nest / The gratitude shift / Help me let go / The right focus in leadership / New book releases / TGC church map / and more.

May 12

A La Carte

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The Difference Between Ben Sasse and So Many Other Saints

Ben Sasse is dying publicly and dying well, testifying to Christ before millions. But his faithfulness mirrors that of countless unknown saints who have made the same trek to the grave with the same confidence in God.

May 11

Articles

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A La Carte (May 11)

The wife whose husband isn’t a good spiritual leader / 9 hours of screen time / Advice for college graduates / Righteousness like the mountains / The tests of life / Kindle deals / and more.

May 11

A La Carte

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Works & Wonders (May 10)

This week’s Works & Wonders: a devotional on God as the ultimate fact, a wedding celebration and photos, baby bird advice, the pope on hold, Come Unto Jesus, and the Moylan Arrow.

May 10

Articles

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The Difference Between Ben Sasse and So Many Other Saints

Ben Sasse is dying publicly and dying well, testifying to Christ before millions. But his faithfulness mirrors that of countless unknown saints who have made the same trek to the grave with the same confidence in God.

May 11

Articles

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The End of Raising Children

Michaela is a married woman! We enjoyed a simple ceremony on Monday afternoon and, after a sweet reception, she and Caleb hit the road to begin their new life together. And just like that, Aileen and I are finished raising children.

May 6

Articles

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Facts About Euthanasia in Canada

Canada is one of the world’s leading practitioners of euthanasia. Here are some key facts Christians should know about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in Canada—what it is, how it works, who it affects, and where it’s headed.

May 4

Articles

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Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

God’s path of wisdom for you is both serious and delightful—more of both than you might expect. Following Christ will both deepen you and free you. It’s a brilliant strategy for glad sanity and steady integrity—all the way.

May 8

Book Reviews

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My Epic Documentary Series Is Now Free to Watch

In 2020 I teamed up with Zondervan to release Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History. This is a two-part product that takes the form of an illustrated book and a ten-part documentary video series. Epic is ideal for group studies, homeschool curriculum, and enjoying either alone or with the whole family. I am pleased…

May 8, 2024

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