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A La Carte (January 13)

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Fisherman That Don’t Fish – It’s a helpful illustration.

Religious Liberty vs. Erotic Liberty – Al Mohler comments on a very troubling piece of news.

Home for the Holidays – TGC: “In the aftermath of the holidays, we offer this two-part article as a window into how to respond to family strife in a godly manner. The author, Dan Doriani, is also working on a book on the topic.”

A Review of ‘Patterns of Evidence: Exodus’ – Joe Carter reviews a new documentary. “Despite being made for a niche audience, Patterns is one of the most well-crafted documentaries released in years.”

Practical Atheism – Here is R.C. Sproul on practical atheism.

Making Fun of Gamers – I consider this an important message on video gaming: “30 year old gaming is the way the world tells its stories.”

Platt

A materialistic world will not be won to Christ by a materialistic church.

—David Platt

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