Time to Turn Off the Television (09/02/05 - 0 Comments)
I have watched far too much coverage of the Katrina aftermath. In fact, I don't think I have watched so much news coverage since 9/11. I do not have a lot of choice of what to watch, as CNN is the only news outlet in my list of channels that is constantly covering the event. This morning I did spend a bit of time watching coverage on some of the morning news shows.
Prayer Request Update (09/02/05 - 0 Comments)
A couple of days ago I posted a prayer request for Steve Muse's wife. Here is an update from Steve:
To my friends, my brothers and sisters in Christ,
I am overwhelmed by your genuine concern and prayers for my wife Catherine. Please allow me to thank all of you for your love and for your continued prayer.
Katrina (09/01/05 - 0 Comments)
I know some people have wondered why I've had nothing to say about Hurricane Katrina. Fact is that I simply don't know what to say. I've spent hours and hours watching CNN just trying to make sense of it all. It is just an incredible catastrophe that seems so out-of-place here in the industrialized world. Isn't this sort of thing supposed to happen in parts of the world most of us will never see?
August Giveaway Results (08/25/05 - 0 Comments)
Thanks to all who participated in this month's giveaway.
Before I reveal the names of the winners, I'd like to once again thank Monergismbooks.com for their ongoing support. At your request Monergism Books has deeply discounted several titles for everyone who wants them. They have been selected for their overall excellence in theology, scholarship and devotional richness. Visit the site to read about these amazing deals.
Why Not Tell Us What You Really Think, Ted? (08/25/05 - 0 Comments)
"The Christianity that attracts young people is the Christianity of earthly benefits, not the Christianity of an inheritance in heaven. Speak to many young people about our inheritance in heaven, and you'll get blank stares. They certainly won't dive into a mosh pit to express their delight with the prospect of Christ in heaven.
It's a Christianity more enamored with a good time on road trips and summer missions and great youth meetings filled with entertaining presentations of the same message being spoken in the main sanctuary than with a one-way ticket to eternity.
John MacArthur on Larry King (08/23/05 - 0 Comments)
I just received an email saying that John MacArthur will be on Larry King Live tonight (9 EST) talking about Creationism. Other panelists will apparently be:
- Prof. Barbara Forest, Southern Louisiana University, author of Wedge of Intelligent Design
- Senator Sam Brownback, conservative (Kansas)
- Congressman Chris Shea (R)
- Depok Chopra (lunatic)
Books I Did Not Review (08/19/05 - 0 Comments)
I try to review every book I read. But sometimes I read a book that I feel does not merit a review, or I read half of a book before giving up on it. Today I'll present a wrap-up of books that either I have read and not reviewed, or that I have tossed aside when only partially complete.
I sometimes feel guilty about not finishing books, yet with a reading list as extensive as the one I have, I suppose I can afford to be at least a little bit picky.
Looking For Teen Bloggers (08/19/05 - 0 Comments)
I am trying to piece together a project involving teen bloggers. A glance at my RSS Reader shows that I regularly read only one blog written by a teenager, so I am a bit clueless here. If you are a teen and would like to learn more please feel free to contact me. Similarly, if you know of a teen who blogs and may be interested in participating, please let me know or have that person get in touch with me.
I believe I will try to work with only Christian bloggers at the moment. I would prefer teens who write substantive posts that go beyond, "Oh my gosh I, like, so hate my mom!"
Amazing Grace DVD at an Amazing Price (08/09/05 - 0 Comments)
I wanted to make you aware of a great sale over at Monergism Books. They are offering Amazing Grace: History and Theology of Calvinism DVD for the lowest price you've ever seen - a mere $19.95, which is $10 off the regular price (and, I believe, $10 lower than you'll find it anywhere else). It is an excellent presentation and certainly well worth the cost. If you are interested in Christian theology, this video is definitely going to challenge you and open your eyes to some profound biblical truths.
Click here to read more.
The Faith of our Fathers (07/31/05 - 0 Comments)
The most enduring memories I have of my grandfather involve sitting with him at the Legion Hall while he and I at a big plate of brown beans and he recounted some of his memories of the war. He was always so proud to take me along and show me off to the other Veterans who seemed to spend so much time at that Hall. At one point I even interviewed him for a high school project in which we were asked to find some primary sources from the Second World War.
Good Enough For Now (07/26/05 - 0 Comments)
Last week I bookmarked an article I found on FoxNews. The article, entitled "''Til Death Do Us Part' Is Dying Out" says that "'Til death do us part" is going the way of "to honor and obey." That is to say, of course, that it is going the way of the dinosaur. It's dying out. It's disappearing. Buh-bye.
Reformation21 Blog (07/26/05 - 0 Comments)
I wanted to make you aware of a new blog that you may just want to make part of your regular reading. Reformation21, the online magazine of the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals, has recently added a blog to their site. It will feature writing by such notables as Ligon Duncan (Senior Pastor, First Presbyterian Church), Derek Thomas (John E. Richards Professor of Systematic and Practical Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary), Philip Ryken (Senior Minister of Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadephia), Rick Phillips (Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church in Coral Springs/Margate, Florida)and Carl Trueman (Associate Professor of Church History and Historical Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary). And Justin Taylor. Don't feel bad, I haven't heard of him either, though I'm sure he's a nice guy. He must also be a brave guy to take on the role of being the sole Baptist among a group of Presbyterians!
Public Service Announcements (07/22/05 - 0 Comments)
Everybody's friend John, proprietor of Monergismbooks, has asked me to let you know that he is having a big ol' Summer Sale. All of the Banner of Truth titles he stocks are 40% off, but only until July 28, so there isn't time to hesitate. Visit this link to get the details. This is your opportunity to stock up on some of those excellent but often-expensive titles by Iain Murray, as well as Puritan classics and all sorts of other great books.
A Compendium of Wonderful Clicks (07/21/05 - 0 Comments)
I couldn't find a word beginning with "C" that would make a more illiterative title. Any suggestions are welcome. "Wonderful" just doesn't seem to cut it.
Today marks the anniversary of the very first moon landing, which took place on this date in 1969. Google marks the occasion by creating a special logo and by providing a map of the moon (or maybe it's the map of a Hollywood studio). You can see it at http://moon.google.com/. Zooming in all the way will solve one of humanities' greatest questions.
Congratulations to Nancy Pearcey (07/13/05 - 0 Comments)
Nancy just sent me the following press release:
NANCY PEARCEY’S TOTAL TRUTH WINS TOP AWARD
Wednesday, July 13, 2005 -- As America continues its heated debates on the role of religion in public life, Nancy Pearcey's highly acclaimed book TOTAL TRUTH: Liberating Christianity From Its Cultural Captivity (Crossway) has won the 2005 ECPA Gold Medallion Award for best book in the category of "Christianity and Society."
Looking For Music Reviewer(s) (07/05/05 - 0 Comments)
Do you listen to Christian music? Do you love Christian music? Have you listened to Christian music since Keith Green's hair was cool and since Petra actually sold albums? Do you like to write about the music you listen to?
If so, I have a project you may just be interested in. Drop me a note (ie an email) if you're interested and I'll tell you more.
The Long-Awaited Book (07/04/05 - 0 Comments)
My "to-read" shelf contains close to 50 books at this very moment. Now you know why I always have my nose stuck in a book - I'm just trying to keep up! A few minutes ago the FedEx guy showed up at my door with a little package (remember that I live in Canada so FedEx is working full-force today since we're not exactly celebrating Independence Day). The package contained my review copy of Rick Warren and the Purpose that Drives Him, which was written by Richard Abanes, who you may recognize as a prolific poster in the forums at this site.
Live 8 (07/03/05 - 0 Comments)
Live 8 only just barely registered on my radar screen. My apathy towards the event is, well, pretty well complete. But some people in the blogosphere have had good things to say.
Phil Johnson says, "Do sane people really think Western materialism, self-conceit, and celebrity-worship can be leveraged to solve the problem of African poverty?" Apparently they do.
The End of Blogspotting? (06/25/05 - 0 Comments)
From Phil Johnson's blog (still flavor of the day (or month) in the blogosphere): "Another of those infamous BlogSpotting posts is on its way tomorrow. Could be the last one ever. Watch for details to come." And there was great rejoicing.
Now if we can get James White to stop trolling Catholic forums and posting lengthy responses to every ignorant schmuck that chooses to digitally voice his uninformed opinion, the Internet will be a significantly better place.
Who Gets Married at 2:30 on a Weekday? (06/24/05 - 0 Comments)
To answer that rhetorical question, my friend Francis and his soon-to-be-wife do. We will be heading off shortly to witness it. Francis is a good friend whom I have known since I was just a young lad. He and my brother have long been good friends as well. And as if getting married wasn't good enough, he also recently graduated from Westminster Seminary and will soon be seeking a call in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.
