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We are in maybe just a bit of a lull when it comes to Kindle deals, but there are a few for you to think about, at least. We will hope for better things tomorrow. What’s To Be Done? Potentially, Nothing Else. “We have a tendency to expect the church to fix every possible problem.…
I think Ellie Holcomb is creating some of the most enjoyable-for-adults kids’ music today. Her new album Sing: Remembering Songs is proof. Westminster Books has a great sale on a great Sinclair Ferguson book: The Whole Christ. (Yesterday on the blog: New and Notable Christian Books for February 2020) The Baby Carrier This is such…
Today’s Kindle deals include a lot of shorter books. (Pro tip: One of the ways you read many books in a year is to ensure that some of them are shorter books; it’s not cheating!) Logos users, don’t forget that individual volumes in the excellent NIC commentary series are on sale for just $19.99. That…
Today’s Kindle deals are probably not the most interesting of all-time, but there are still a few there. Over at Westminster Books you’ll find all 40 editions of the ESV Thinline Bibles discounted 50%. (Yesterday on the blog: On Cracking the Code) Count Your Blessings Sometimes the songs of our childhood have wisdom to impart.…
I had a very enjoyable weekend here in Littleton, Colorado, and was blessed to meet so many of you. And now all that remains is for me to make the homeward journey! Today’s Kindle deals include Andrew Peterson’s Adorning the Dark, which many people considered their favorite book of 2019. One of the Most Misused…
Happy Sunday! If you have a few spare moments to read on a lazy Sunday afternoon, here are some links that may be of interest. “Christ Be All” Here’s a beautiful new hymn that makes for good listening on a Sunday morning. Why I’d Go to Church If I Were Not a Pastor H.B. Charles…
The best of the bunch in today’s Kindle deals is William VanDoodewaard’s excellent The Quest for the Historical Adam. (Yesterday on the blog: Are You Looking for Something Good To Read?) The Most Frightening Three Words Kimberly Wagner writes about the most frightening words for those who are suffering from chronic pain. “I’ve learned that…
I’m off to Denver today to speak several times over the weekend at Littleton Bible Chapel. I look forward to meeting some of you there! Today’s Kindle deals include Reading Timothy and Titus with John Stott which I used for devotions last year (coupled with the ESV Scripture Journal) and thoroughly enjoyed. Logos users may…
I wanted to remind you that I’m now into the pre-order phase for my new book and documentary series Epic: An Around-the-World Journey Through Christian History. If it’s something you plan to purchase anyway, it would be helpful to the publisher if you pre-purchased it now. Today’s Kindle deals include a short list today, several…
Last week’s article on blogging resulted in a flood of people sending their blog to me. There were so many that I couldn’t reply to each of you personally, but do know that I’m grateful. I added each to my RSS reader and look forward to tracking with them all. Today’s Kindle deals include a…
I spent a chunk of yesterday’s Family Day holiday catching up with some of the longform articles I had bookmarked but not yet gotten around to reading. You’ll see a few of them appear in A La Carte over the next few days. There’s a variety of books listed in today’s Kindle deals. (Yesterday on…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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:…