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In general, there are two approaches to daily Bible-reading: reading for intimacy or reading for familiarity. Intimacy with the Bible comes through slow, meditative reading that focuses on small portions—deep study of key books, chapters, and verses. Familiarity with the Bible comes through faster reading of much larger portions—the entire sweep of the biblical narrative.…
There are some odds and ends to be had in today’s Kindle deals. You’ll find lots of good stuff on sale at Logos as they close out the year. (Yesterday on the blog: Why I Believe in African Christian University) Obviously you’ve heard about Mark Galli’s Christianity Today editorial in which he said that Christians…
I was recently given the opportunity to speak at the graduation ceremony of African Christian University, the second time I’ve been able to visit this new university in Lusaka, Zambia. Having visited twice, I believe in it more than ever. This short video explains what it is and why you should know about it. To…
There are lots of interesting Kindle deals today. Many are Christian, but I also added a whole list of historical works as well. (Yesterday on the blog: A Prayer Before Listening to Sunday’s Sermon) Trusting God with Our Unknown Future Vance Christie has a nice little biographical sketch of hymnwriter Philip Bliss. “This Sunday, December…
I am very much enjoying Piercing Heaven, a wonderful collection of Puritan prayers. Here is one that seems especially suitable for a Sunday morning, before you listen to that sermon. Lord, I am now entering into your presence, to hear you speak from heaven to me, to receive your rain and spiritual dew, which never…
Today’s Kindle deals include a couple of those classic must-read books. He’s Still Enough “All around the world, people seem to spend the week between Christmas and New Year’s in a sense of reflection. It makes sense that as another year closes and is slid onto the shelves of memory that we take one last…
Today is not our day for Kindle deals. We will try again tomorrow. Remember that ESVs are on sale at Westminster Books through to the end of the month. Bible Reading Plans for 2020 Ligonier has assembled a massive list of reading plans for 2020. There’s something there for everyone! Too Big to Fail? Tech’s…
I trust you enjoyed your Christmas yesterday as we did! If you are into Kindle deals (and maybe got a new Kindle yesterday), check out today’s Kindle deals and you might find something to add to your collection. Logos users, the NIVAC set is deeply discounted for a few days; it is well worth owning.…
Good morning, and merry Christmas! It occurred to me as I lay in bed this morning that my family has turned a corner when it comes to Christmas. We’ve transitioned from the kids begging to be allowed to get up ridiculously early, to the kids wanting to be able to stay in bed as long…
Today’s Kindle deals include just a couple of books. Maybe people don’t buy books on Christmas Eve. What are the essential ingredients of a true church? (Video) It’s important to know the historic marks of a true (versus a false) church. The Closed Lid “Throughout the Bible, God uses illustrations to teach His people specific…
Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty good selection of titles. We used to be able to count on Crossway for some new deals each Monday; I wonder if and when they will return… (Yesterday on the blog: A Prayer for a Sunday Evening) The Courage To Say “Help” This is so true. “It is hard…
I am really enjoying Piercing Heaven, a wonderful collection of Puritan prayers. Here is one that seems especially suitable for a Sunday evening. Holy and eternal Lord, I confess those many weaknesses and imperfections which I have been guilty of today. I call on you for the pardon and forgiveness of my sins. I have…
This sponsored post was provided by ReformedPreacher.com. What was the star and how did the wise men know to follow it? These are questions people are curious to have answered, especially this time of year. During the Christmas season, many who are hostile to anything Biblical, won’t object to hearing about the “Christmas Story”. Often,…
Today’s Kindle deals include several books, among them John Stott’s excellent “commentary-devotionals” on Romans. (Yesterday on the blog: 7 New and Notable Books for December) 2019: A Christian Music Review Every year Jeremy Howard writes up a list of the best Christian music of the past 12 months. Every year I link to it (even…
Even late in the year, we continue to see some excellent new books come our way. And, one way or another, most of them make their way to boxes on my front doorstep. I sort through all those books and try to distill them down to some of the most notable. Here are the ones…
The Kindle deals seem to be slowing down a little pre-Christmas, but I did track down a few that you may want to look at. Mary, Joseph, and Jesus Were Not Refugees While there may be some similarities, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus were not refugees as we understand the term today. “There is a thought-provoking…
I’m running a little late today and haven’t yet had time to dig for Kindle deals. I’ll do that now and see if I can find anything interesting. Logos users: My recommended NT commentary bundle is 50% off right now—a great deal! That will get you some rock-solid commentaries to begin or extend any collection.…
Not many of us get to die the way we wished. But my dad did. A man of the earth, he had a great passion for plants, a love for flowers and trees and all manner of flora. He saw the beauty in each of them, the unique promise every one held to make this…
Today’s Kindle deals include just a couple of books. Interrelated Revelation Here’s a good explanation of how special revelation and natural revelation relate to one another. Occupation Growth and Decline This chart shows which occupations have grown and which have declined over the decades. Double Giveaway: Puritan Paperbacks & Martyn Lloyd-Jones Romans Set (SPONSORED LINK)…