We pray. We pray because we believe prayer matters, we pray because God hears, we pray because God chooses to act on our prayers. We pray because we can and we pray because we must. These prayers are not hopes whispered into a void or wishes cast into a cold and empty universe. They are…
There really isn’t much to report today for Kindle deals. However, do look at this special from Westminster Books and then check my review which will be posted today as well. I mentioned yesterday that Logos 8 has just released; this article outlines all your options for getting it. (Yesterday on the blog: What’s Wrong…
I was recently in Quito, Ecuador, to do some historical research, to preach at a local church, and to participate in an Ask Me Anything session. I thought you may be interested in this question and answer about the prosperity gospel. And I thought you might find it interesting to see what it’s like to…
Today’s Kindle deals include a few good books from David C Cook Publishers. Logos 8 is out! That’s great news for Logos users. Check it out, read about the new features, and get a discount right here. (Yesterday on the blog: Does Premarital Pregnancy Nullify ‘Unequally Yoked’?) How to Run a Good Meeting–And Why it…
I enjoy John Piper’s “Ask Pastor John” feature and often benefit from hearing (or reading) his answers to the more than 1200 questions he has taken on so far. It reflects a lifetime of studying Scripture and applying its principles. He recently answered a question on whether premarital pregnancy nullifies the principle of “unequally yoked”…
Today’s Kindle deals include some books on leadership–and a few others. (Yesterday on the blog: An Explanatory Lord’s Supper) Silicon Valley Nannies Are Phone Police for Kids What do they know that we don’t? “Silicon Valley parents are increasingly obsessed with keeping their children away from screens. Even a little screen time can be so…
One great benefit of having an evening service is that it provides opportunities that aren’t with just one weekly meeting. At Grace Fellowship Church we have a “standard” evening service that accomplishes a number of purposes, but sometimes we also mix it up. Last week we dedicated the entire service to an “explanatory Lord’s Supper.”…
Today’s Kindle deals include a handful of titles both newer and older. (Yesterday on the blog: Kevin DeYoung’s Ten Commandments) 4 Ways to Engage My Spiritual Insecurity Fascinating and helpful: “The African and Christian worldview stand in stark contrast to one another. Conversion often requires a painful wrenching from the African worldview, upbringing and experiences,…
This week’s Free Stuff Fridays is sponsored by Reformation Heritage Books, who also sponsored the blog this week. They are giving away five packages of the following books: Narrow Gate, Narrow Way by Paul Washer Talk is cheap, and so is a profession of faith apart from repentance. But we live in a day when…
When I was in my late teens and early twenties, I underwent a significant shift in my understanding and practice of the Christian faith. Though I had spent my younger years in the Dutch Reformed tradition, I found myself increasingly drawn to Reformed Baptist churches. Though that transition was quite smooth, there is one issue…
The streak of Kindle deals ran out today. We’ll hope for better things over the weekend and into next week. (Yesterday on the blog: EPIC Ecuador: Not Just Any Dam) Reagan’s Challenge to His Dying Atheist Father-In-Law Isn’t this an interesting little bit of history… “From the letter it’s clear that Reagan has been doing…
Last week I headed south—far south—for the next leg of my EPIC journey. I went to Ecuador where, in very high altitudes and among beautiful landscapes, we tracked down a special object. Here is some of what I saw. This video is made possible with thanks to Zondervan. They’d like you to know about a…
The Kindle deals continue again today with a pretty good list. You may also want to get Al Mohler’s free new ebook Life in Four Stages. (Yesterday on the blog: American Gospel) Four Truths to Hold on to When Your (Pastor) Husband is Discouraged Here’s one for pastors and their wives. And non-pastors and their…
I would like to think we’re coming into a golden age for documentary film and television. There are many reasons for this, though most are related to the new digital economy. Not only does the internet provide new channels for distribution, but it also provides new methods for fundraising. Creating a film is extremely expensive,…
Today’s Kindle deals include a very large list of excellent deals. Don’t miss it! If printed books are more your style, visit Westminster Books to see their sales for the week. (Yesterday on the blog: Who Gives What: Should the Pastor Know?) A Statement on I Kissed Dating Goodbye Josh Harris has released a statement…
This is a question every pastor and his church needs to think about: Should pastors know if their congregants are faithful in tithing? Here is my answer. Transcript Today’s question comes from Trent. And he’s asking this: should pastors know if their congregants are faithful in tithing? Now that’s a good question, it’s one I’ve…
Today’s Kindle deals include books on abortion, marriage, and a few other important topics. (Yesterday on the blog: Young Christian: Give the Lord a Lot to Work With) A Warning for Parents: Instagram is Full of Porn Here’s one for parents to consider. “Many parents may be unaware of this, but Instagram is actually one…
This week the blog is sponsored by Reformation Heritage Books and this post is written by Joel R. Beeke. When people ask me who my favorite Puritan writer is, I admit that my answer has not always been the same over the course of my life. It is often influenced by who I am reading…
The teens and twenties—these are years that can be put to very good use or that can be squandered. These are years that can form the firm foundation of a life well-lived or the unsteady foundation of a life tragically wasted. In this brief article I’d like to speak to teens and young adults to…
Today’s Kindle deals include some really good books from Crossway. Also, Crossway will send you an electronic copy of Jen Wilkin’s Women of the Word in exchange for filling out a brief survey. (Yesterday on the blog: New and Notable Music) Can My Prayer Reach His Suffering? “A father’s strength protects, supports and puts family…