A La Carte (February 27)

Good morning. Grace and peace to you. Crossway has a new list of Kindle deals for you. (Yesterday on the blog: Looking Back on a Finished Lifework) More than Music: How the Congregation Plays a Part in Every Element of Worship The point of this one is really important: The congregation has a role in every element of the Sunday morning gatherings (not just the singing). Why Christianity is Both Less and More Narrow Than you Think “I had an atheist friend ask me how I could live with the narrow claims of Christianity. ‘How do you feel about being so narrow minded?’ he asked me. I was a bit amused by the irony of his question.” Our Unlikely Allies “If you want to turn the world’s wisdom on its head completely, this is it—” that we boast in our weaknesses. Split or Stay? Encouragement for Anglican Pastors John Yates: “A few days ago, church leaders representing the majority of Anglicans worldwide broke communion with the Archbishop of Canterbury over the Church of England’s recent decision to bless same-sex unions. This situation has put many of my English friends in a difficult position. Many others are or have been in similar circumstances—whether Methodist or Presbyterian or other affiliations.” Weep with Those Who Weep Kevin Carson: “One of the benefits of being in the family of God relates to the fact that God both told us to weep with those who weep, but also, in the love of Jesus Christ and as part of His family, … Continue reading A La Carte (February 27)