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  • monday

    A La Carte (February 17)

    It is Family Day here in Canada—a holiday invented recently (as a campaign promise, I think) just to give us a day off in February. I gladly accept it. There are just a few Kindle deals today—two of them designed to help you with joy or happiness. Five Ways You’re Probably Not A Calvinist Wes…

  • Weekend A La Carte (February 15)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty good selection. You’ll find some older ones, plus some new ones like the highly-regarded A Big Gospel in Small Places. (Yesterday on the blog: What Do Hitmen and Porn Watchers Have in Common?) Looking For a Church? Here’s What to Look For Jim Elliff: “My list doesn’t include a…

  • friday

    A La Carte (February 14)

    A quick look at my weather app shows a frigid -14 Celsius out there this morning. Beside it is the “feels like” temperature which accounts for wind and other factors; it is registering at -24. Maybe someone else would like to go out there and carry my trash to the road for pickup? Today’s Kindle…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (February 13)

    Westminster Books has a sale on a new book for kids—one that will help prepare them for what they will inevitably someday see online. Over at Amazon you’ll find a few Kindle deals. (Yesterday on the blog: How To Get Started With Blogging in 2020) Misplaced Blame Marvin Olasky, who has a Ph.D. in American…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (February 12)

    Sometimes I think I should begin these A La Carte posts with a personalized message. But then I wonder, how would I possibly vary that across the 320 or so I prepare each year? That seems unlikely, so I usually just get right down to business… … by mentioning that I dug up some new…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (February 11)

    There is not an extensive list of Kindle deals today, but there are still a few interesting ones, including Tremper Longman’s highly-recommended introduction to Proverbs. (Yesterday on the blog: Biblical Building-Blocks for Sexual Purity) When the Church Apologizes for Its Beliefs Trevin Wax is concerned about the way Christians speak of their beliefs when it…

  • monday

    A La Carte (February 10)

    It’s not the greatest day ever for Kindle deals, but there are at least a few there. (Yesterday on the blog: A Prayer for Battling a Destructive Desire) Pizza & Coke for Communion? Clint Archer shares some valuable thoughts on celebrating the Lord’s Supper according to the biblical intent. The FAQs: What You Should Know…

  • Weekend A La Carte (February 8)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a few classics plus a few newer books. (Yesterday on the blog: An Invitation to the Great American Story) Men: Pursue Others Like Jesus Pursues You Ed Welch has one geared specifically to men: “You believe that Jesus pursues you. You are letting go of old lies that suggest he doesn’t…

  • friday

    A La Carte (February 7)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty diverse collection. (Your Days are Numbered and Jesus Wins are both especially highly recommended.) (Yesterday on the blog: Epic Is Now Available for Pre-Order) Naming Names It is sometimes okay and even necessary to call out false teachers and fugitives from church justice. Are You Too Sensitive? Elisha Galotti:…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (February 6)

    Today’s Kindle deals include quite a lot of books—a few of which may interest you. Westminster Books has many of this month’s new and noteworthy releases discounted right out of the gate… (Yesterday on the blog: How Do You Feel About Your 170 Hours of TV So Far this Year?) Worship God: Start a Hobby…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (February 5)

    As is usually the case, there are a few Kindle deals for you to browse through today. Guarding Our Eyes Al Martin writes about guarding our eyes. “In our visually soaked generation, addiction to sexual uncleanness and unrestrained covetousness are common sins. We will not make progress in growing in grace if we do not…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (February 4)

    There’s quite a lot of good stuff in today’s collection of Kindle deals. (Yesterday on the blog: A Few Practical Pointers on Sexual Intimacy) 10 of the West’s Most Destructive Cultural Critics Bruce Ashford writes about some people you should know for the ways they’ve brought destruction to the West. Can the Roman Catholic Church…

  • monday

    A La Carte (February 3)

    Today’s Kindle deals include some solid books, highlighted by Kelly Needham’s new one Friendish. Also be sure to consider The God Who Is There by D.A. Carson. Logos users will want to check out the free and discounted books of the month. (Yesterday on the blog: Three Great Modern Hymns for your Easter Services!) When…

  • weekend

    Weekend A La Carte (February 1)

    Today’s Kindle deals include all kinds of good books, highlighted by Kelly Needham’s new book Friendish. Also be sure to consider The God Who Is There by D.A. Carson. There is also a whole collection of general market monthly deals you may want to browse through. Yesterday on the blog I reviewed and recommended Mercy…

  • friday

    A La Carte (January 31)

    Today’s Kindle deals offer a few interesting books, including a relatively new one from John MacArthur. (Yesterday on the blog: New and Notable Christian Books for January 2020) What Does Paul Mean When He Says, “Act Like Men”? I had been meaning to figure this out and write this article, so am glad Wyatt got…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (January 30)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty good-sized list spanning a number of authors. Westminster Books is offering a great deal on Piercing Heaven, a book of prayers that I highly recommend. In other news, you’ve got just one day left to download your free audiobook copy of Tony Reinke’s Competing Spectacles from Christian Audio or…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (January 29)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a nice long list that’s well worth checking out. There are books by Paul Washer, James White, and quite a few others. Logos is offering a deal that will appeal to pastors and scholars; it’s a 3-day flash sale on some fairly technical, highly recommended, and rarely-on-sale commentaries on the gospels…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (January 28)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a diverse little collection that includes at least one for kids. (Yesterday on the blog: A Few Practical Pointers on Marriage) Upon The Death of a Celebrity Stephen McAlpine reflects upon the death of a celebrity. “What is it about a celebrity death that shocks us? Partly it’s because we believe…

  • monday

    A La Carte (January 27)

    I woke up early this morning, so spent quite a lot of time attempting to hunt down low-priced Kindle books that might be of interest to you. Maybe there’s something that will jump out! Is There A Climate Change Cult? If it’s not a full-out cult, it’s getting pretty close. “I am using the religious…

  • Sunday A La Carte (January 26)

    It was such a good week for interesting articles and videos that I collected more than I could fit into this week’s A La Carte columns. For that reason I’m adding an additional A La Carte today. Enjoy! You’ll find some general market Kindle deals as part of a one-day sale. Why We Shouldn’t Ditch…