If you are discouraged about the progress you are making in the Christian life, consider reading Jerry Bridges, The Discipline of Grace, in the coming year. Bridges explains in this book, how Christians properly cooperate with God’s grace in moving…
A New Jonathan Edwards Publication
I’m by no means that well read where Jonathan Edwards is concerned. But, whenever I’ve expended the energy to really meditate on Edwards, I’ve found great riches.
What Scares Me Most as a Pastor
If you asked me, “What is your biggest fear as a pastor?” The answer would be easy.
Read More Discerningly in ’08
Christians (especially those in leadership) should read discerningly. But, what to read?
Here are three simple steps you can take to do a better job with reading. . .
The Narnian by Alan Jacobs
Let me explain why many of you should make it a priority to read The Narnian: The Life and Imagination of C. S. Lewis by Alan Jacobs. And, at the same time, suggest that others shouldn’t bother. The introduction to…
Friends with Commentators
Read great commentaries.
As a pastor, I truly enjoy my friendships with some commentators. Granted, they are rather one sided – – the authors don’t even know that I exist – – but I so appreciate their wisdom and hard work, and I often make a note to hang out with a particular commentator on the New Earth. Until then, I soak up what they have written.
Alcorn Endorses Huckabee
Randy Alcorn has endorsed Mike Huckabee. Alcorn’s post is very worthwhile reading. Speaking of which, if you have not yet read, Heaven, by Randy Alcorn, you should at once. . . perhaps, more on that later.
Why 18-22 Year Olds Leave Church
Lifeway has released a study of why 18-22 year olds stop attending church. Local church leaders should carefully consider. HT: The World From Our Window
Piper on the Minneapolis Bridge
Read John Piper’s excellent thoughts on the collapse of the bridge in Minneapolis. The bridge is about one mile from his church.
Can We Trust the Gospels?
See Justin Taylor’s post regarding this important new book. Mark D. Roberts’s new book, Can We Trust the Gospels?: Investigating the Reliability of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.