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Thursday January 17, 2008 10 Things Not to SayHere are ten things not to say in the final weeks of pregnancy (HT: Amy). John Adams: The FilmThis HBO mini-series looks excellent. It’s a film adaptation of McCullough’s biography of John Adams. It’s coming this March (and will hopefully make it to DVD not too long…
Wednesday January 16, 2008 The True Meaning of HeadshipThe CBMW blog is beginning a series dealing with headship and the word “kephale.” If you’ve ever discussed issues of headship you know this question always arises! Cheaters!It’s not just the students who cheat anymore. Now the schools are cheating too. John Divito’s ReviewJohn Divito recently posted…
Tuesday January 15, 2008 The Legacy of Simone de BeauvoirCarolyn McCulley shares an excerpt of her forthcoming book that discusses the legacy of the woman who began feminism’s second wave. Jake Hunt’s ReviewJake Hunt has a review of my book. He’s got music playing in the background, so turn your speakers down if that’s a…
Monday January 14, 2008 Evangelists Lament CalvinismAn interesting article at Baptist Press–“[Calvinism] gives them an excuse not to do evangelism.” There is HopeWhat can you say about this? Russian Couple Reunited After 60 YearsAn interesting story out of Russia about a couple who were married but were forced apart only to rediscover each other by…
Friday January 11, 2008 Guidance on GuidanceLydia turns to Ray Pritchard who provides some biblical wisdom based on four myths about God’s guidance (-5 points to me for such an awkward sentence). Crossway Stands Behind MeMarc over at Purgatorio shares with the world the title and subject of my next book. It’s not what you…
Thursday January 10, 2008 A Prince Caspian WishlistC.S. Lewis scholar Devin Brown shares his “Prince Caspian” wishlist as he anticipates this summer’s movie release. Purgatorio ReturnsAt long last the satirical site Purgatorio has returned from hiatus. And there was much rejoicing. Can You Respect Him?At Making Home there is a good article about the importance…
Wednesday January 9, 2008 The Pyro ReviewOne of the Pyromaniacs has written a review of my book. Chinese Abortion Case“A Chinese woman who was forced to have an abortion despite being nine months pregnant is suing the authorities for their actions.” SWAT officers take 11-year-old at gunpointHere is an odd story from WND: “Nearly a…
Tuesday January 8, 2008 Helpless vs. HopelessThe Delorenzoflyer is the blog of a missionary working in East Africa. It provides perspective on the recent uproar in Kenya. The New Voice of the Abortion DebateDr. Mohler says “A new voice is emerging in the abortion debate, and this voice is a powerful witness to the tragedy…
Monday January 7, 2008 Radical Womanhood and Modern ParablesCarolyn McCulley offers a review of the Modern Parables DVD set. “In short, I like the variety of uses these videos offer–they are ideal for starting fruitful discussions with young children, initiating spiritual discussions with non-Christians, and giving your own Bible study a fresh take.” The Puritan…
Friday January 4, 2008 Modern Parables Price DropResponding to the voice of the masses, the powers that be have dropped the price of the Modern Parables DVD set. Losing A BabyRick Phillips writes about the painful experience of losing his unborn baby. His faith in the midst of pain is a powerful testimony to God’s…
Thursday January 3, 2008 Prime Time AmericaJust a reminder to readers that I am a guest all this week on Moody Radio’s Prime Time America. For those who don’t listen to the radio, broadcasts and archives are available online. My Book: The DR ReviewMark Tubbs, a Discerning Reader reviewer, has posted a review of my…
Wednesday January 2, 2008 A Review of My BookTim Irvin (one of the people who has been reading this site the longest) provides a kind and encouraging review of my book. Train with TrillTrillia of Trill Fitness wants to help you get fit this year. If getting fit is on your list of things to…
Thursday December 27, 2007 Joel Stein, Starbucks and HeavenRandy Alcorn has an interesting article about columnist Joel Stein and his interest (or lack thereof) in heaven. Internet in the AirThis article outlines some of the trials sure to arise when airlines provide internet in the air. On Discussing Doctrine in PublicDr. Mohler tries to bring…
Thursday December 20, 2007 An Interview with John MacArthurThis personal interview from Pulpit Magazine is a good opportunity to get to know John MacArthur just a bit better. Straight Answers about MormonismAfter FoxNews posted answers to 21 questions about Mormonism, Rob Bowman critiqued those often less-than-lucid answers. Abortions and Birth WeightSuzanne Hadley comments on an…
Wednesday December 19, 2007 Franky Plays Schaeffer Card, AgainAt The Pearcey Report, Douglas Groothuis has an excellent review of Franky Schaeffer’s memoir “Crazy for God.” Peter Jackson to Film The HobbitHere is some great news for Tolkien fans. Peter Jackson is about to begin production on The Hobbit and a sequel to The Hobbit. The…
Tuesday December 18, 2007 A Shocking ExposeHere is a shocking (and funny) expose of what goes on in the name of internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church A New TabletalkLigonier’s Tabletalk Magazine is being reformatted for the new year. You can preview it at this link. From the World’s WindowBrian has a good article about…
Monday December 17, 2007 Christmas ProcrastinatorsIf you’re a Christmas procrastinator, you may want to keep in mind that today is the last day to qualify for Amazon’s free shipping. I’m almost ashamed to admit that I did nearly all of my Christmas shopping at Amazon this year! Mohammed and JackThe Telegraph reports that this year…
Friday December 14, 2007 Christians and Labor UnionsJohn MacArthur gives his take on Christians, labor unions, and strikes. Global Warming RoundupTed Slater has a roundup of the kind of global warming articles you’re not likely to hear about on CNN. A personal favorite: “Jews Are Responsible For Global Warming” (for lighting so many candles, don’t…
Thursday December 13, 2007 A Common CompromiseAt Pulpit Magazine, Nathan Busenitz calls “A Common Word” “just the latest example of the ecumenical compromise that has plagued American Christianity since the rise of 19th-century theological liberalism.” Come Weary SaintsBob Kauflin gives a little information about the next Sovereign Grace Music project. Puritans, We Greet Thee in…
Wednesday December 12, 2007 America’s AtheistsAn article in the Economist explains that America’s atheists have no clear-cut candidate in the upcoming election. It seems atheism is the last taboo when it comes to politics. Huckabee Says SubmitThen again, maybe the last taboo is a biblical understanding of the complementarian relationship between husbands and wives. That…