March 28, 2012 in
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- Your Church & Your Life Planning – Are we considering the impact of on our decisions on the local church? While it might not be the only factor we consider, this post makes the case that it should at least be a factor.
- Over-Involved Parents – Do so-called “helicopter-parents” stymie not only a child’s maturation but their creative impulses as well?
- Workaholism – Has work become a god? This post (and podcast) looks at the symptoms of workaholism and some solutions.
- The map & the plan - We often want the perfect plan; Jon Acuff reminds us that Christ-followers already have a perfect Messiah.
March 27, 2012 in
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- Dum Dums – A reminder that God does not give equally or similarly but He does give perfectly.
- Big Prayers – Are we praying grand prayers or do we settle for the “organ recitals?”
- Diagnosing Diagnostics – How are we evaluating our walk with God? What measures are indicative of Kingdom progress?
- Boycotting Starbucks – Dr. Russell Moore reminds us that we should “[l]et others fight Mammon with Mammon” and we should “struggle against principalities and powers with the One thing they fear: a word of faithful witness that doesn’t blink before power, but doesn’t seek to imitate it either.”
March 26, 2012 in
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- They Didn’t Just Copy – I found this amusing and enlightening. Sometimes ancient scribes left notes in the margins. Here’s a sample of some. (H/T)
- Don’t Feed the Trolls – An important post for those who write blogs, and those who read them about the nature of public discourse that takes place.
- Travyon Martin, Race & The Gospel – This has been posted and retweeted all over the place, but it is a he artful and loving post from John Piper on this story that has captured the nation’s attention. It is worth reading if you haven’t already.
- Whom Are You Really Serving? – Are we so concerned with what people think of us so that we try to mask our desire for approval by our service?
March 23, 2012 in
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- Should I Divorce if I Am Miserable? – Dr. Russell Moore tackles an all-too-common question. The post includes this money quotation – “If you take the nuclear option of divorce off the table, you might find that you and your wife have more reason to seek help with your problems and make this work.” If you are married, know married people, or one day hope to be married, this is worth the read.
- The Simple Message – A truly beautiful reminder that in our desires to understand deep theological truth, sometimes we tend to unnecessarily complicate the central message of the Gospel.
- Economics for Everyone – Do you have a biblical perspective on the subject of economics? A new video curriculum helps to provide just that.
- What Isn’t for Sale? – An informative post about the limits of markets and the public discourse (or lack thereof) about them. (H/T)
March 22, 2012 in
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- The Subtle Art of Sabotaging a Pastor – Written in the style of Screwtape Letters this reminds post reminds us of the havoc that occurs when a pastor, or us, desire to please man instead of God.
- Differences in the Gospels – This insightful post explains the reasons for some differences in how the Gospel writers tell their stories.
- Spurgeon on Unconditional Election- Written as part of a series, this post delineates Charles Spurgeon’s perspective on unconditional election. Expounding on what Spurgeon said, the author writes, “Divine sovereignty and gospel evangelism go hand in hand, the former preparing the way for and ensuring the success of the latter.”
March 21, 2012 in
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- The Christian Man & His Wife – A very touching post about Princeton theologian B.B. Warfield, his care of his invalid wife, and what it teaches us all about serving our spouse.
- 7 Texts About Evangelism – Although always relevant, perhaps these biblical passages will seem even more so as we approach the Easter season and are reminded of all who have yet to accept the Good News.
- Kirk Cameron Responds – Amidst a deluge of criticism, the actor shares what surprised him most. His answer may surprise you.
- Three Enemies – According to C.S. Lewis a scholar has three enemies. Maybe they are the enemies of everyone else as well.
March 20, 2012 in
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- When I Am god - Tim Challies reminds us of what happens when we place ourselves in God’s rightful place.
- God loves good wine – Jon Bloom, at Desiring God, writes about how good wine is produced and what that means for our work with God. Hint – the best wine isn’t produced in the easiest conditions.
- Americans and the Bible - Lifeway releases new research about the Bible-reading habits of Americans. Ed Stetzer recaps that research here.
- Rest in Peace, Britannica – When the announcement that the Encyclopedia Britannica will cease print production, Albert Mohler reflects on what its impact in our culture.
March 19, 2012 in
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- The Time Given Us – A reminder from Frodo about the burden of certain journeys, and how it pertains to our own journey, especially during this Lenten season.
- The Humblest Words – When we echo Paul’s words to “be like me,” we must always echo his humility. Tim Challies warns us that if we aren’t careful these can be words of pride, but if we follow Paul’s example they contain a recognition of who we are, and Who has transformed our lives.
- Warned by Job - John Piper reminds us of one of the lessons from the book of Job – are our successes our treasure or is God?
- An Evangelical Looks at St. Patrick – Dr. Moore re-shared this post from 2009, and although it’s post-holiday, I’m sharing it again as it is a good reminder of the man behind St. Patrick’s Day.
March 16, 2012 in
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- Eradicate Dead Weight - A reminder that running hard after Christ requires us to lay aside “every weight” that entangles us. My only addition to this text is a reminder that “delayed obedience is disobedience.”
- The Value of Something – Ravi Zacharias on looking to the future and the difference between sorrow and pessimism.
March 15, 2012 in
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- A Picture is Worth a Thousand Years – Do we grasp the symbols and pictures that are prevalent throughout the Old Testament? This post gives us two questions to ask to help ensure that we do.
- Piper Preaching at Fuller – Here is John Piper preaching in his senior year at Fuller Seminary. It’s less than 20 minutes long and the text is Ephesians 1:6. Enjoy.
