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Jan 17, 2008

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Thursday January 17, 2008

10 Things Not to Say
Here are ten things not to say in the final weeks of pregnancy (HT: Amy).

John Adams: The Film
This HBO mini-series looks excellent. It’s a film adaptation of McCullough’s biography of John Adams. It’s coming this March (and will hopefully make it to DVD not too long after).

Bible.org Redesigned
Bible.org, a site filled with excellent resources, has recently undergone a very nice redesign.

Go to the Ant
On YouTube is a remarkable video from the Science Channel showing an expansive ant colony and describing the work it took to make it.

Help Tullian
Tullian is posting excerpts of the book he’s working on and is looking for outside input.

A La Carte (8/13)

Wednesday August 13, 2008 God’s Gift of AdoptionGod used our son Daniel’s untreatable illness and untimely death at three years old to send our family on two wonderful adoption journeys. Ten months before Daniel died the Lord brought Isaiah Owen into our family through adoption. A year after Daniel’s death God gave us Noah Daniel…

Aug 13, 2008

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A La Carte (November 17)

There is, once again, a nice little list of Kindle deals to browse through. (Yesterday on the blog: If God Did It, It Must Be Good. Right?) Loss What a stunning piece of writing this is. “Loss. The memory comes back. Distinct. Clear. From 1972. One hot, humid afternoon in Kediri, Indonesia. I’m just arriving…

Nov 17, 2020

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A La Carte (September 3)

The Pillar of the Truth – Steve Timmis: “The church, formed by the gospel, is for the gospel, and by her life and witness, she commends the gospel and is the primary apologetic for the gospel before the world.” Jesus Is The Feast – Jamie Brown offers a corrective to those battling over different forms…

Sep 3, 2014

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So Many Dumb Ways To Die

Do you remember the catchy little earworm “Dumb Ways To Die?” In what was undoubtedly one of history’s most successful public awareness campaigns, Metro Trains of Melbourne, Australia, reached millions of people around the world with their message of railroad safety. They did this through an irresistibly snappy song.

May 13

Articles

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A La Carte (May 13)

Your phone is hurting you / The awkward, important part of prayer / You’re drowning in busywork / The cost of rushing grief / Habits for Sunday rest and worship / A missing doctrine / ESV Journaling Study Bible / and more.

May 13

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A La Carte (May 12)

God pursued me / It’s okay to love the church / Living in an empty nest / The gratitude shift / Help me let go / The right focus in leadership / New book releases / TGC church map / and more.

May 12

A La Carte

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The Difference Between Ben Sasse and So Many Other Saints

Ben Sasse is dying publicly and dying well, testifying to Christ before millions. But his faithfulness mirrors that of countless unknown saints who have made the same trek to the grave with the same confidence in God.

May 11

Articles

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A La Carte (May 11)

The wife whose husband isn’t a good spiritual leader / 9 hours of screen time / Advice for college graduates / Righteousness like the mountains / The tests of life / Kindle deals / and more.

May 11

A La Carte

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Works & Wonders (May 10)

This week’s Works & Wonders: a devotional on God as the ultimate fact, a wedding celebration and photos, baby bird advice, the pope on hold, Come Unto Jesus, and the Moylan Arrow.

May 10

Articles

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The Difference Between Ben Sasse and So Many Other Saints

Ben Sasse is dying publicly and dying well, testifying to Christ before millions. But his faithfulness mirrors that of countless unknown saints who have made the same trek to the grave with the same confidence in God.

May 11

Articles

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The End of Raising Children

Michaela is a married woman! We enjoyed a simple ceremony on Monday afternoon and, after a sweet reception, she and Caleb hit the road to begin their new life together. And just like that, Aileen and I are finished raising children.

May 6

Articles

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Facts About Euthanasia in Canada

Canada is one of the world’s leading practitioners of euthanasia. Here are some key facts Christians should know about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in Canada—what it is, how it works, who it affects, and where it’s headed.

May 4

Articles

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Eat, Drink, and Be Merry

God’s path of wisdom for you is both serious and delightful—more of both than you might expect. Following Christ will both deepen you and free you. It’s a brilliant strategy for glad sanity and steady integrity—all the way.

May 8

Book Reviews

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My Epic Documentary Series Is Now Free to Watch

In 2020 I teamed up with Zondervan to release Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History. This is a two-part product that takes the form of an illustrated book and a ten-part documentary video series. Epic is ideal for group studies, homeschool curriculum, and enjoying either alone or with the whole family. I am pleased…

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