Thom Rainer: . . . I recently asked a few hundred laypersons to write down what they desired of a pastor. Their responses were open-ended, and there was no limitation on the number of items they could list. Though my…
“For Truly Important Problems”
Seth Godin: You know something is important when you’re willing to let someone else take the credit if that’s what it takes to get it done. Or, in the words of the Apostle Paul: What then? Only that in every…
Seinfeld on the Hard Work of Creativity
For those who survived frozen orange juice and Tang (which we were led to believe is the only thing astronauts drank). HT: The Blazing Center
“Heart”: A Definition that Will Help You Study God’s Word
I am reading an advance copy of Paul Tripp’s forthcoming book, Sex and Money: Pleasures That Leave You Empty and Grace That Satisfies. I would strongly encourage you to pre-order this book. It will encourage your heart to be more…
Is it wrong to have fun at church?
After watching the sermon by David Platt, one young person asked an important question. I think it is such an important question that I am answering it in a new post. Hi Pastor Chris. I thought that sermon was very…
I’m Asking My Wife and Children To Watch This Sermon
I’m not mandating it – – – but, I’m strongly asking – – my family to watch this video. I think it is that important. Would you watch it to? Is there 30 minutes of the news, ESPN, or your…
Mike Wittmer: Escaping from the Prison Camp
In this post, Mike Wittmer mentions that he has a new book coming out on faith and doubt. I’m looking forward to it! In the mean time, here is a brief devotion well worth reading: Shin Dong-hyuk was born into…
Jerry Bridges on Dependent Responsibility
Jerry Bridges is one of the theologians and Bible teachers whom I most respect. In this interview with John Piper he talks about a variety of subjects. If you have never read Jerry Bridges, watch this and consider reading the…
The Art of Pick-Pocketing
When my family was in Paris, we were warned repeatedly about pick-pockets. Deep down, I never thought someone could extract my wallet. Now I wonder. Fortunately, it’s not a big problem in Stillman Valley. There is no redemptive application here.…
Bob Bixby: Misérable means Miserable
Pastor Bob Bixby interacts with Les Mis the movie: A lot of discussion about Les Misérables has been had. I’ll join with some scattered thoughts under the following categories: Musicality Vulgarity Spirituality Musicality Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and…