I personally needed to read this post. J. Michael Thomas: Anne Lamott, in her book, “Traveling Mercies” retells an old story about a man getting drunk at a bar in Alaska. He’s telling the bartender how he recently lost whatever…
What is the generation born from 1980-2000 like?
Dr. Thom Rainer, the president and CEO of Lifeway Christian resources, has been studying the generation (called the “Millennials”) born from 1980-2000. He and his son have a forthcoming book. In the mean time, he has shared several broad generalizations.…
A homeless man with a golden voice and a story
Do you have a big goal for 2011?
I agree with Tony Reinke that an emphasis on goals is more helpful than focusing on resolutions. This in mind, he has written a post that challenges me personally. He reflects on writing goals and being responsible with his health: both…
Collin Hansen’s Top 10 Theology and Church Stories of 2010
Collin Hansen: As the end of the year approaches, we eagerly look forward to 2011 and make resolutions. The challenges of 2010 fade as we dream of new possibilities next year. But it’s also worthwhile to reflect on what’s changed…
This will get you in the spirit of the holidays
Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving. If you watch what happened in this mall in Canada, you will be well on your way to the spirit of the holidays. It makes me wish I could sing! HT: Challies
Quite possibly the best telling of the story of Jonah you will ever hear
This little girl does an amazing job with the Jonah story. Click here if it doesn’t come up below. The story of Jonah from Corinth Baptist Church on Vimeo.
Al Mohler: Bankruptcy in the Cathedral
Dr. Al Mohler reflects on the bankruptcy of the Crystal Cathedral: The news that the Crystal Cathedral had filed for bankruptcy protection made for an instant sensation. The church established by Robert Schuller, the very prophet of “Possibility Thinking,” was…
Studying Genesis with Bryan Chapell
If you take 5 minutes to read this Gospel Coalition interview of Bryan Chapell, you will be better equipped to read the book of Genesis. We often look to Genesis with questions about our origins. But do we sometimes miss…
Pictures from the Chilean mine rescue
“Chilean miner Osman Araya (right) is welcomed by his wife Angelica as he comes out of the Fenix capsule after been brought to the surface on October 13, 2010 following a 10-week ordeal in the collapsed San Jose mine, near…