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Of Michael Landon and Brittany Maynard – Wesley Smith powerfully compares the deaths of Michael Landon and the forthcoming death of media darling Brittany Maynard. The Wide Road to Divorce – This is a helpful article on divorce-proofing marriage. Humans of the World – Here are some of the most striking photos from the world…
Be sure to read this fantastic review of The Bible Tells Me So, a new and troubling book to Peter Enns. It seems that he is attempting to do for the Bible what Rob Bell did for hell. I am thankful to Truth Remains for sponsoring the blog this week; you can watch a free…
Mandating Bible Reading For Your Kids – “Every Christian parent deals with this at some point. They struggle with what they should mandate vs just encourage their kids to do. And with this, how much? At what point will we defeat our purpose and discourage them?” How To Die Beautifully – This is some good…
Caring for Aging Parents – “What does Jesus’ example offer for his followers? It reminds us that honoring our parents isn’t simply payback for their care for us in childhood. It’s not a reward dependent on how well they parented us. Care for your parents is a reflection of what we believe about the gospel.”…
From the River to the Ends of the Earth – This is a free album from Matt Searles, and it is based on the Psalms. You need to input your email address to get it, but you won’t be put on the mailing list until you opt-in. Compassion Without Compromise – Westminster Books has some…
Did Jesus Hang on a Pole? – Bill Mounce talks about another difficult translation. Through a Western Lens – Elisha reflects on just one way that we tend to read the Bible through a distinctly Western lens. Idiot’s Guide to the Bible – You’ve probably seen the Idiot’s Guide series before. Jim Hamilton writes about…
Should Giving Always Be Kept Secret? – Randy Alcorn answers the question of whether giving should always be kept secret. Cheating Video Poker – There is no real redeeming value in this article; it’s just plain interesting what people will do for greed. Also, it’s hard to feel sorry for casinos when people find ways…
I get my wife back today! Aileen has spent the last few days in Indianapolis to take in the 2014 True Woman conference. It sounds like she is having a great time, but I’ll be glad to have her back just in time for Thanksgiving (which, in Canada, we celebrate this weekend). Here’s an interesting…
Follow Your Passion – Here’s why following your passion isn’t always a good idea. Living with Ebola in West Africa – A sobering photo gallery from The Big Picture. Glory Be to God – Jamie Brown has a free song for you. “As an Anglican, I was aware of the Te Deum being in our…
Why Did God Allow Satan to Harm Job and His Family? – This is one answer to a perplexing question. Will Christians Be Left Behind? – This article looks at the history of the belief in a secret rapture. True Woman Live – The True Woman conference kicks off today; if you’d like to watch…
Joan or John? – Russell Moore takes on a difficult pastoral situation. Joan tells you that when she was 20 she began the process of “transitioning” from life as a man to life as a woman. She underwent extensive hormone therapy, followed by extensive plastic surgery—including so-called “gender reassignment surgery.” She’s lived for the past…
The Vindication of Antonin Scalia – Here’s Al Mohler on yesterday’s news from the Supreme Court: “A giant milestone in the moral revolution passed today when the U.S. Supreme Court turned down every single appeal from several states on the issue of same-sex marriage.” Pastor Saeed’s Letter to His Daughter – Saeed Abedini, the American…
What Is Discernment? – Here’s Sinclair Ferguson giving a definition of discernment and providing some ways in which to use it. Be Yourself in Prayer – Yes, please. Be yourself in prayer! Bleep! Why Christians Shouldn’t Cuss – Clint Archer on why Christians should avoid cuss words. Husbands, Hold Your Wife’s Hand – R.C. Sproul…
Saturday dawns, and it brings me to the end of one the most fully-packed weeks I can remember. Well, it will come to an end as soon as I’ve spoken at a pregnancy care centre’s event this morning. And just before I head off, here are some links to get your weekend started: Here is…
The Green Grass Session – Here’s a new (and unexpected) EP from the Getty’s! First Sight – It’s not hard to find a great spiritual metaphor in this short documentary about two sisters who receive their sight. When Your Child’s Personality Annoys You – “God gifts our children with unique personalities. Sometimes we love the…
Twenty-Two Problems with Multi-site Churches – Jonathan Leeman offers “22 misgivings I have about the multi-site model.” His focus is multi-site churches that use video for the preaching. What Is Domestic Violence? – “The month of October has been designated Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The goal of this month is to raise public awareness about…
3 Ways to Avoid the “Children’s Church” Ditch – Sean Sawyers has some wise and winsome comments about children’s church and having children in the worship services. Norway – This is a beautiful time-lapse of Norway. Full-screen and HD it if you can! Worship At A Crossroads – This is great stuff from Jamie Brown:…
The Ata: God’s Narrative Continues – I really enjoyed this film recounting God’s work in Papua New Guinea. Watch it and be encouraged! Five Questions With a Former Muslim – Nabeel Qureshi was raised in a Pakistani-American family and grew up a devout Muslim. Here’s a short but excellent interview with him. Why Keep Sexual…
Why We Neglect Our Bibles – “Many Christians find it difficult to get into a daily habit of Bible reading. So this week John Piper addressed four common causes of Bible neglect in the Christian life, like: ‘I don’t read my Bible because…’” The 6 Ingredients of Jesus’ Bitter Cup – “When Jesus looked into…
Thanks to NavPress for sponsoring the blog this week. Sponsorships are an important part of covering the costs associated with this site. Be sure to check out Growing in Christ. Here’s an article about The Stalkers, people who venture into the exclusion zone around the Chernobyl Nuclear Plant. Denny Burk shares a story about a…