Justin Taylor interviews Joe Thorn about his new book, Note to Self. I highly recommend this one! Justin Taylor Interview: Joe Thorn, “Note to Self” from Crossway on Vimeo.
Formalist and Hypocrisy Taking a Short Cut
Andy Naselli has posted an illustrated excerpt from Pilgrim’s Progress. saw two men come tumbling over the wall on the left side and onto the path. They immediately came toward Christian. The name of the one was Formalist, and…
“The Red Bull Gospel”
Drew Dyck with some valuable insights about why so many teens are checking out of church after being involved in youth groups. Over the past year I’ve conducted dozens of interviews with 20-somethings who have walked away from their Christian…
It Can Be Your Story as Well
Tim Keller in his book, King’s Cross, on the Gospel of Mark: . . . Mark has given us the story of Jesus and declared that this is actually the world’s true story as well: Jesus, the King, created all…
Russell Moore: Tempted and Tried
A new book from Russell Moore on Christians facing temptation should be excellent. See also this post. Here for more information on Tempted and Tried.
The Gospel Coalition Conference available through live streaming
Tuesday through Thursday, I am looking forward to participating in the Gospel Coalition conference. I will be leading a panel discussion, meeting up with friends, enjoying the Gettys as they lead in worship, and soaking in the preaching. Even if…
Tim Keller interviewed by The Atlantic
The Atlantic recently interviewed pastor and author Tim Keller. Without comparing myself to Tim Keller!, I can relate to a great deal he says about what it’s like for a pastor to write. In 1989, Timothy Keller moved from rural…
Before buying the next inspirational bestseller, ask this question . . .
Before being shaped by a book, movie, or sermon, ask yourself this question, “To what source of authority does this work appeal?” Tim Challies posted today about another inspirational book selling like Cabbage Patch Dolls in 1982. I don’t think…
A video promoting Tim Challies’ forthcoming book
I haven’t read this. But I’ll bet it’s worthwhile.
Why did Jesus say the little girl was just sleeping?
Justin Taylor: Tim Keller, King’s Cross: The Story of the World in the Life of Jesus, pp. 67-69, commenting on Mark 5:38-42: Jesus saw a commotion, people weeping and wailing loudly. And when he had entered, he said to them, “Why…