A La Carte (8/25)

Aug 25, 2008

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Monday August 25, 2008

Warren on Politics
WSJ has an article on “What Saddleback’s Pastor Really Thinks About Politics.”

America Refuses to Accept Defeat
This article from the Times says that China was the clear winner of these Olympic games and I’m inclined to agree.

CCW Blog
Christian Communicators Worldwide (think Jim Elliff) now has a blog that may be worthy of a bookmark.

How Fast Can Humans Go?
TIME asks just how fast it is possible for humans to run before they hit the end of their physical limits.

A Brutal Olympics for Christians
This little article points out why the Olympics were particularly brutal for Chinese Christians.

Donald Miller to Give DNC Benediction
Author Donald Miller (of Blue Like Jazz fame) will give a benediction Monday night at the Democratic National Convention. CT conducts a brief interview with him to ask why.

A La Carte (September 25)

When Someone Reaches Out – Christine Hoover touches on something important here: “The people who tend to struggle to connect are those who take a long while to reach out for the hands that are extended to them.” She offers good advice for joining into the life of a church. Derek Jeter Isn’t the Greatest…

Sep 25, 2014

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A La Carte (August 25)

Brave and Afraid and Heading Down the Longest Road – This longform article at The Boston Globe gives a glimpse of life and family affected by mental illness. Gospel in Life – Gospel in Life is a new site that brings together resources from Tim Keller. God’s Great Dance Floor – This is an interesting…

Aug 25, 2014

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A La Carte (09/11)

Monday September 11, 2006 Church: A new article in “Time” asks “Does God want you to be rich?” Alex Chediak summarizes the article and provides some quotes. Education: Dr. Mohler writes about Gerry Garibaldi. He “was in the movie business for 25 years, then he decided to become a teacher. That was a brave enough…

Sep 11, 2006

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Teach Your Children About God’s Great Big Global Church

My new book releases today, and I would love it if you’d buy a copy for the children in your life! God’s Great Big Global Church, a beautifully illustrated picture book, will introduce them to 10 kids and their churches from all around the world.

May 15

Articles

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A La Carte (May 15)

A tough means of grace / In defense of purity culture / You can’t love the church in the abstract / A promiscuous past and a Christian marriage / The Lord of the traffic jam / Divorce and remarriage / Hillsong, Bethel, Elevation / and more.

May 15

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A La Carte (May 14)

Angels / Dimensions / A Christian view of UFOs / Having a baby has slowed me down / What you can’t give your children / Performative busyness / His Father’s Son / Natural theology / Deals / and more.

May 14

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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

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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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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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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

Resources

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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

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