A man asked for my young daughter’s hand in marriage. I gave my blessing. Here are some of the reasons I said “yes.” This post is only a supplement to Russell Moore’s recent thoughts on why he is thankful he…
On Paul’s Warm Conclusion to 2 Corinthians
2 Corinthians is a wonderful book to read devotionally. I highly recommend Sam Storm’s 2 Volumes on 2 Corinthians: A Sincere and Pure Devotion to Christ (2 Corinthians 1-6), Volume 1: 100 Daily Meditations on 2 Corinthians and A Sincere…
The Error of Job’s Friends
“. . . the basic error of Job’s friends is that they overestimate their grasp of truth, misapply the truth they know, and close their minds to any facts that contradict what they assume.” Derek Kidner, The Wisdom of Proverbs,…
From Whence My Study Partners Hail
This may be of interest to the Red Bricks. Each May I have the opportunity to study with a group of friends who received D-Min degrees from Gordon-Conwell. We study with our leader Haddon Robinson at Covenant Harbor, Lake Geneva,…
Does the book of Job offer an explanation for why people suffer?
I am preparing to preach this coming fall on the book of Job. This week, I am studying with a group with Dr. John Walton of Wheaton College. One of the first questions that comes up when studying Job is…
A Word from Bear Bryant on Mother’s Day
Even if you are an Auburn fan, this from Bear Bryant is good advice.
Gospel Thoughts for Graduates – 2014
Earlier this week I posted a version of the letter I share each year with graduates. I asked for your input and it was such a great help that I made my most extensive revisions to the letter ever. It…
Hurting On Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a wonderful time to be thankful for maternity. But the celebration of Mother’s Day can also focus pain.* I am taking the time this week to pray on my knees for women in several categories. I know…
One Page or Less, What Do We Tell Graduates?
What am I missing? On one page or less, what reminders should we give high school and college graduates? I have been working on the below document for the last 20 years. It has been revised many times. But I…
Youth Ministry Road Ditches to Avoid (What did I miss?)
Balance is the temporary moment when one swings from one extreme to the other. Having thought about youth ministry for almost 25 years, it is my impression that balance is needed in the below areas. Both ditches must be avoided.…