Stephen Altrogge’s blog, The Blazing Center, is giving away books this year. I am, perhaps, a bit biased, but I like his selection. See here to enter.
Toughening Up as a Parent
Our eleven year old son, Ben, who has a flair for the dramatic, woke up today saying he didn’t know if he felt like playing his league basketball game. Fortunately, I have my ear to the ground and know what…
Refusing To Take Your Own Side in An Argument
I heartily recommend Herbert London’s book, America’s Secular Challenge: The Rise of a New National Religion. London writes: Robert Frost once said that a liberal was someone who refused to take his own side in an argument. Radical secularism, bolstered…
Another Top Books List for 2008
Pastor Kyle Oliphant has listed his three top books for 2008. I am thankful God used Unpacking Forgiveness to encourage him. I heartily agree with the selection of the other books he included. See here.
Challies Top 8 Books of 2008
Tim Challies has named his top eight books of 2008. Some may question at least one choice. Still, it’s worth looking at his picks. Click here.
Recommending Books You’ve Never Heard Of
At 22 Words, Abraham Piper asked readers to recommend books that we might not have heard about. I enjoyed reading the comments (and, I often don’t when reading blogs!) Click here and read the suggestions.
Virtual Integrity: Faithfully Navigating the Brave New Web
IT security expert, Dan Lohrmann, has written a book, Virtual Integrity. If you use the Internet, then think seriously about reading this book. In addition to the reasons Dan gives if you watch the below video clip, I’ll give you…
Challies Reviews the ESV Study Bible
Earlier I said that I think the ESV Study Bible is the most significant study Bible of my lifetime. I continue to hold that position. The number of Study Bibles written in my lifetime is relatively small. Within that group,…
Facts About How “American Christians” Give
If you have not read: Smith, Christian, and Michael O. Emerson. Passing the Plate: Why American Christians Don’t Give Away More Money. New York: Oxford Univeristy Press, 2008. At least read this alarming summary. . .Here are 6 facts about…
The Joy of Sports: Forgetting Self and Throwing Blocks
I was trying to think of a reason to post about the football games my sons played yesterday. . . and then Steve Altrogge stepped up and threw a touchdown pass right where I needed it. In his new book,…