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CROSS 2015 – You and/or your church may be interested in the CROSS simulcast, which will go out live on February 27. It features John Piper, David Platt, Kevin DeYoung, and others. The Meaning of Mundane Work – “Many Christians I speak with about work think that work is part of the fall. That work…
From Massive to ‘Meh’ – Here’s how the iPad went from massive to “meh” in just a few short years. The Rise of Trip Lee – A Q&A with Trip Lee on pastoring, porn, and John Piper. A Word to Famous Pastors – Todd Pruitt has some good words to say to famous pastors. The…
The “Let Us” In Genesis 1:26 – Here is an interesting answer to the question of whether the “Let us” of Genesis 1:26 is referring to the Trinity. Who Is Jesus? – Westminster Books tends to have the best sales on Christian books. This week they’ve cut prices on books that are great to stock…
If the Lord Marks Iniquity – R.C. Sproul: “The Psalmist asked the question: ‘If the Lord marks iniquity, who should stand?’ This query is obviously rhetorical. The only answer, indeed the obvious answer is no one.” But God – “Revel in these two priceless words…” Will Christians Be Allowed To Serve as Judges? – Denny…
Missed Motherhood – Denny Burk: “Susan Shapiro’s article at The New York Times is as sad as anything I’ve read in a long time. She is the quintessential modern woman, having pursued a career and life in the city through her childbearing years…” All Paths Lead to God – Kevin DeYoung shows how all paths…
You may enjoy this article on The Jennifer Epidemic. It traces the rising and waning of the most popular baby names over the past decades. And apparently there has never been a name like Jennifer. Al Mohler looks at Downtown Abbey and asks What Are Americans Really Watching? Here is an Ode to Skymall as…
Spoiler Alert – This is an interesting one from Slate: “Children’s birthday parties are getting more and more extravagant. Here’s how we let it happen.” I have noticed this trend! Going Paperless – This is a long but helpful guide on going paperless. It’s easier than ever! What I Saw at the Abortion – Trevin…
How Small Is an Atom? – Very small, apparently, according to this video. Books on Sale – This week’s deals from Westminster Books include excellent resources for middle schoolers. I’ve Sinned; Now What? – Here are eleven reminders for dealing with sin. The Boy Who Didn’t Come Back From Heaven – The Guardian: “Alex Malarkey…
Women’s Discipleship and the Mommy Blogosphere – Hannah Anderson has some valuable things to say about the mommy blogs—their strengths and their weaknesses. God’s Light in Our Darkness – “Being ‘saved’ doesn’t save us from facing sickness and sword, including depression. However, God does promise to give us the proper footing as we walk through…
Zobrist’s Goodbye – I enjoyed reading what Ben Zobrist did as he left Tampa Bay (after being traded to the Oakland A’s). 20 Things for My Daughter – This is a great list: 20 things Melissa wants her daughter to understand about being a woman. This Will Revolutionize Education – “Many technologies have promised to…
Gigapixels of Andromeda – NASA recently released an incredibly detailed photo of the Andromeda galaxy. This video shows it off. It’s amazing. A Story About a Bird – I enjoyed Elisha’s account of someone simply taking the time to encourage her. Developing Godly Qualities in Children – Randy Alcorn: “Teaching our children the truth is…
Here are 5 Simple Ways to Teach Your Children Theology. It’s not nearly as complicated as we can sometimes imagine it. In light of the firing of Atlanta Fire Chief Kelvin Cochran, Russell Moore asks Is Glorifying God a Hate Crime Now? Nancy Leigh DeMoss shares some reflections on Ministering in a Maximum-Security Women’s Prison.…
Change For Struggling Marriages – This is a helpful article written by a couple who were both Christians when they were married, but who had significant relationship struggles in the first few years. The Boy Who Didn’t Come Back From Heaven – This is big news: One of the bestselling heaven tourism books has been…
How I Almost Lost the Bible – I enjoyed reading this from Gregory Alan Thornbury: “Had it not been for the first editor of CT, I likely would have gone the way of liberal scholar Bart Ehrman.” Why Christians Don’t Seek to Avenge Insults against God – “We forget how entirely unexpected and shocking the…
My Lovely Wife in the Psych Ward – This article (language warning) describes just some of the difficulties of dealing with serious mental illness. It is sad, but also very revealing. Books on Sale – Westminster Books has some new, noteworthy, and slightly off-the-beaten-path titles on sale this week. Lonely Jack Nicholson – This article…
Fisherman That Don’t Fish – It’s a helpful illustration. Religious Liberty vs. Erotic Liberty – Al Mohler comments on a very troubling piece of news. Home for the Holidays – TGC: “In the aftermath of the holidays, we offer this two-part article as a window into how to respond to family strife in a godly…
Should We Leave Our Children Inheritances? – Thanks to Randy Alcorn for addressing this question. R.C. Sproul on Mark – Logos users will want to grab R.C. Sproul’s commentary on Mark while it is free. When the Sin of Sloth Sneaks Up on You – “One day I woke up and realized that I was…
Wesley and the Death of Toplady – There is some interesting and cordial back-and-forth going on between those who admire Wesley and those who admire Toplady. The two of them once had quite the spat. John Calvin believed that at times we need to Condone Theological Delusion. Here’s the when’s and how’s of it. The…
Theological Extremism in a Secular Age – Here are Al Mohler’s comments on the terrorism in France. He says, “Western elites are often relatively unwilling or unable to deal with the disorder that has now emerged on the world scene.” The Ineptitude of Moral Equivalence – Here is Jesse Johnson with a helpful article on…
Interview with Douglas J. Moo – I enjoyed this interview with Douglas Moo, Chair of the Committee on Bible Translation for the NIV. While I will not be switching to the NIV, I do appreciate many of the points he makes. How to Write Good – Tony Payne offers some sound counsel. Advancing the Gospel…