If you’re looking to grow your ebook library, Westminster Books has about 350 of Crossways ebooks on sale at 50% off. (Yesterday on the blog: Follow the Way You Want To Be Followed) A Day for Lament at the Supreme Court Here’s Marvin Olasky writing for WORLD: “Roberts may have the opportunity to redeem himself…
This week the blog is sponsored by Mile One Mission, which is committed to planting Gospel-centered, Christ-exalting churches in North America’s least-churched area. The Need: In many circles, Canada and the United States are considered “Christian Countries.” Regardless of what you think of that phrase or its truth, we can assure you that there are…
Most of us lead, but all of us follow. God has so structured authority in this world that almost all of us are leaders in some areas of life and followers in others. Parents lead their children while following government. Managers lead their teams while following the CEO. Directors lead their organization while following the…
I trust you enjoyed your weekend, whether it involved watching a service from home or attending a local church. My family enjoyed a mix yesterday—we attended the service, then did a Zoom-based church business meeting. We are definitely in a bit of a lull when it comes to Kindle deals. There are still a couple…
Returning to public worship after 14 weeks apart has forced me to reflect anew on the joys of the local church. Perhaps for that reason I especially enjoyed this quote from Gunner Gundersen’s booklet What If I Don’t Feel Like Going to Church? in which he says “the gathering of the saints is like fresh…
Today’s Kindle deals include some classics as well as commentaries by Stott and Kidner. (Yesterday on the blog: 12 New and Notable Books for June 2020) Systemic Racism, God’s Grace, and the Human Heart: What the Bible Teaches About Structural Sin Albert Mohler has a helpful look at systemic racism. “Sin corrupts every institution and…
This week the blog is sponsored by Mediagratiae, they want to give away 10 copies of A Guide to Family Worship. One grand prize winner will receive both A Guide to Family Worship and PURITAN: All of Life to the Glory of God Deluxe Edition Box Set. A Guide to Family Worship Family worship has…
Summer is often a time when new book releases slow their pace as publishers await the busy fall season with all its conferences and other opportunities to make a splash. But this year we’ve been treated to quite a lot of noteworthy June releases. Here are a few of the books that have showed up…
I wanted to remind you about Ligonier’s amazing free service through which they’re available 24 hours a day to answer your theological questions. They’ve also got an extensive archive of already-answered questions. If you’re looking for something to watch, be sure to check out my friend Tim Keesee’s new Luke’s Dispatches video which is on…
Lately I’ve been catching up with episodes of the Reformanda Initiative podcast. It’s a fascinating analysis and discussion of Roman Catholic theology and practice from an Evangelical perspective. Highly recommended! There is just one Kindle deal today, but it’s a relatively new book by Alistair Begg and I don’t think I’ve ever seen it on…
The lockdowns are slowly ending and churches are tentatively re-opening. Of course most are opening during vacation season so have begun with a much-reduced schedule of programming—typically Sunday morning services and not a whole lot else. But summer will soon be past and the busy fall season will be upon us. It’s safe to assume…
There’s another handful of Kindle deals to look at today. Westminster Books is having a great sale on what I consider one of the best commentary series out there for devotion or sermon prep: The Reformed Expository Commentary series. They’ve got the associated Bible studies discounted as well. Why You Should Never Take the Mass…
Today’s Kindle deals include just a few titles. It has been a slow couple of days. If you’re really hurting for something to read, why not try the May/June issue of Reformed Perspective which is free to read in PDF format. (Yesterday on the blog: Sometimes It’s Best To Express Your Wisdom in Silence) One…
The story of Apelles and the presumptuous shoemaker has been passed down through the centuries for our reflection and edification. It is a tale worth telling today. Apelles is considered one of the greatest painters of the ancient world, though none of his works have survived the ages so we can see them with our…
There is not a whole lot new on the Kindle front, but if you didn’t check in over the weekend it may be worth a look to see what you missed. (Yesterday on the blog: Make Your Life a Song!) Impromptu Interview with Todd Friel and Steve Lawson (Video) I rather enjoyed this somewhat-serious somewhat-silly…
On a number of occasions I’ve come across the story of Mendelssohn and the Freiburg organ. The story may be apocryphal, but it still serves its purpose as a vivid illustration. I love this telling of the tale by J.R. Miller and the important lesson that accompanies it. A perfectly holy life would be a…
My gratitude goes to SolaSites for sponsoring the blog this week! If your church or ministry needs a new website, they would love to speak to you. Today’s Kindle deals include some classics and at least one other book. There are two days remaining in a summer sale from Westminster Books. There are lots of…
This week’s Free Stuff Friday is sponsored by SolaSites. They are giving away a free church website to one church with no monthly fees for two years. Websites for Churches SolaSites is an all-in-one website platform for churches. We as a team are enthusiastic about helping churches and ministries reach the world. There’s no debate…
After many of these family updates in which I’ve had to report, “not much has changed” I can finally say, “lots has changed.” As of today my region (Halton Region) has entered stage two of Ontario’s reopening plan. While most stores have already been allowed to open, stage 2 now permits malls, attractions, recreation facilities,…
The Good Book Company has a free e-book copy of Jeff Medders’ Humble Calvinism for you. I say again, free book. Today’s Kindle deals are highlighted by Tessa Thompson’s Laughing at the Days To Come. Sharing Jesus with Mormon Missionaries You can read this one now, of course, but it may also be a good…