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The Most Neglected Part of the Pastor’s Job Description – Thabiti Anyabwile makes a good point here about an oft-neglected ministry. Boring Bridal Showers – I always enjoy reading about cross-cultural experiences like this one. Here’s what happens when a missionary attends a Tanzanian bridal shower. This Argument Has Reached Retirement Age – It’s amazing…
Preventing and Responding to Child Abuse – Here’s an important new resource you may (should?) want to consider. Superheroes, Heresies and the God-man – I quite enjoyed this video about Jesus’ humanity and divinity. What Is Reformation Day All About? – ‘Tis the time of year for Reformation Day articles. Joining Hands with Rome –…
10 Things About Reformed Theology – Here are 10 things Corrie Mitchell wishes everyone knew about Reformed theology. Banner of Truth – Banner of Truth has some good books at Reformation Day special pricing. Beautiful Beyond Our Control – “Something happened in middle school; I remember the moments exactly, imprinted on my mind and heart.…
Forgotten Providence – “We seem to have moved past needing to talk about God’s providence—we’re quite sophisticated these days.” That’s true, I think. Read this article to brush up on providence. ERLC Conference – You can tune in today and the next couple of days to watch the ERLC National Conference. There’s a great list…
It was quite a week for Kindle deals, and especially if you’re into resources and commentaries. I don’t have anything new for you today, but if you’re into Kindle deals, you may want to look back at this week’s A La Carte archives. Nick Batzig is Working on Learning to Rest. I need help there…
Standing Ovation – You heard the news from Canada’s Parliament, I’m sure. Take 5 minutes and watch the hero of the story as he proceeds into Parliament, just like every other day. Resisting Gossip Together – Westminster Books has Resisting Gossip resources on sale. Just imagine if every church was free of gossip… Theology Stifling…
When Dad Doesn’t Disciple – Here’s an interesting one from Jen Wilkin: “Three kinds of “single moms” exist in the church: the literal single mom who is raising children on her own, the mom whose husband is an unbeliever, and the mom whose husband professes belief but does not partner in the spiritual nurture of…
Jesus, What a Wonderful Name – You’ll enjoy watching Nancy Leigh DeMoss’ long and powerful Scripture recitation from the recent True Woman conference. Proactive and Reactive Prayer – The distinction between proactive and reactive prayer can be a helpful one. If we don’t guard ourselves, our prayers will almost always drift toward the reactive. Moses,…
Technologies That Will Be Inside You – This all sounds terrifying now. And a few years from now we’ll wonder how we ever lived without them. 4 Reasons to Speak the Gospel to One Another – Derek Hiebert begins an interesting-looking series by offering four reasons that Christians ought to speak the gospel to one…
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…