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  • friday

    A La Carte (August 24)

    There is a handful of Kindle deals to consider today. Still waiting for Crossway to get back into the game! (Yesterday on the blog: Reaching People with the Gospel) Share Ministry, Even If It’s No Big Deal, Because It Actually Is “Here’s a quick story from church life that seems ho-hum on the surface. But…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (August 23)

    There is just one new Kindle deal today. But if you buy it, send in your receipt and you’ll receive the audiobook for free. Westminster Books has some back-to-school deals (for whether you’re going back to grade school or back to seminary or anywhere in between). Practicing the Power You will benefit from reading this…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (August 22)

    There are quite a lot of Kindle deals to sort through today, though the majority are on books that go on sale routinely. (Yesterday on the blog: How Do You Know if Your Church is Healthy?) She Never Came Home: When Forgiveness Seems Impossible Terry Stauffer writes about the terrible tragedy that befell his family…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (August 21)

    There are a few new Kindle deals for you to look at if that’s of interest. (Yesterday on the blog: The Best Day You’ve Ever Had) Should Christians Boycott Abusive Companies? Here’s a short answer to a good question. “I discovered that [airlines in a particular part of the world] are accused of abusing their…

  • monday

    A La Carte (August 20)

    I’m not quite yet back from vacation, but close enough that we are back to our normal schedule at the blog. It has been a good time in Europe, but I’m ready to get back to normal life again! I have once again updated the Kindle deals page where you’ll find quite a few good…

  • weekend

    Weekend A La Carte (August 18)

    As you know, I am on vacation this week and am posting only A La Carte articles. Regular articles and videos will resume on Monday. Doctrine Is Inevitable “Many of the writers and spokespeople who talked about prioritizing relationships over doctrine have actually become quite adamant about their own theology. It just so happens that…

  • friday

    A La Carte (August 17)

    Logos users will want to make a habit of visiting their deals page where you’ll often find some pretty good discounts. Then, of course, they also offer some free and nearly-free books every month. God’s Strong Safety Net It is so good to be in Christ! “A true believer’s salvation is secure from everything Satan…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (August 16)

    Looking for books deals? Make Westminster Books’ regular eNews updates page a regular visit as they often highlight great deals. What I’ve Learned About Leviticus After Studying it for Over a Decade What a great series from 9Marks. “Every day, I found myself focused on thinking about ritual purity and impurity. Partway through the week,…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (August 15)

    This is a reminder that I’m on vacation this week, which means I’m posting only A La Carte articles. Enjoy today’s links! The Age That Women Have Babies: How a Gap Divides America “Becoming a mother used to be seen as a unifying milestone for women in the United States. But a new analysis of…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (August 14)

    If all goes well, I should be somewhere between Germany and France right around the time this post goes live. I’ll be starting my EPIC: Switzerland journey in Southern France, then driving to Geneva tomorrow. I’m excited to get it all underway! What Can We Learn from the Jordan Peterson Phenomenon? I know, I know,…

  • monday

    A La Carte (August 13)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a handful of titles you will probably want to take a look at. (Yesterday on the blog: An Update, a Journey, and a Vacation) How (What) to Pray for Your Grandchildren “Just a few years ago I remember praying that my husband and I would be grandparents one day. Within five…

  • Weekend A La Carte (August 11)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a few books old and new. There are a few specials at Westminster Books that may be of some interest to you. (Yesterday on the blog: The Difference Between Lament and Grumbling) (Some) Theology Matters “I sat there with tears in my eyes looking at the handsome wooden box wherein the…

  • friday

    A La Carte (August 10)

    Yesterday my family made the long drive from Toronto to Louisville, and today we will get my son settled at Boyce College (which, of course, is at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary). We dread saying goodbye to him, but couldn’t be happier for the opportunity he has here. Take good care of him, Louisville! (Yesterday…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (August 9)

    Today’s Kindle deals include just one single, solitary book. (Yesterday on the blog: Twenty Years Ago Today) “That’s Us Someday,” I Told Him. I enjoyed this one. “Clear and sharp, a remembrance of once-upon-a-time played inside my mind. A day long ago I reached for my husband’s attention, my hand brushing his, while three little…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (August 8)

    Today’s Kindle deals include some high-quality books. If you haven’t read Nancy Pearcey’s Finding Truth, now’s the time! (Yesterday on the blog: The Beauty (and History) of Scotland) Hybels Heir Quits Willow as New Accusations Arise There continues to be disturbing news coming from Willow Creek Church (founded by Bill Hybels). And this time it…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (August 7)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a few titles you might like to check out. I particularly recommend Christ From Beginning To End. In November I will be speaking at a conference in The Philippines. If that’s of interest to you, all the information is right here. I’d love to meet you there! (Yesterday on the blog:…

  • monday

    A La Carte (August 6)

    I did not track down any new and notable Kindle deals, so will try again for tomorrow. But it’s a holiday today here in Ontario (see the first link below) so I probably won’t try too hard… (Yesterday on the blog: Oft in Sorrow, Oft in Woe) Simcoe Day and the Fight for Human Rights…

  • weekend

    Weekend A La Carte (August 4)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a few titles you’ll definitely want to take a peek at. (Yesterday on the blog: Sex on the Silver Screen: A Scenario to Consider) Shouldn’t We Share Our Concerns About a Book Directly with the Author Instead of in the Public Forum? Randy Alcorn is about the kindest person you’ll meet,…

  • friday

    A La Carte (August 3)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty good collection of books about Scripture and theology. (Yesterday on the blog: Why Should I Bother With Church History?) Rome Under Grace (Video) I had the tremendous joy of meeting these folk last year and preaching at their church. Take 12 minutes out of your day to enjoy a…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (August 2)

    Today’s Kindle deals include some pretty good books! If you’re into printed books, check out the current deals section from Westminster Books. (Yesterday on the blog: What Is the Bible, Anyway?) The Tragic Consequences of the IVF Industry Christians need to think very clearly about IVF. “As soon as you create new human beings with…