May the Lord be with you and bless you on this fine day. Westminster Books has the Family Worship Bible Guide on sale this week which offers a five-minute devotional on every chapter in the Bible. Then remember that 10ofThose has my two devotional books packaged up together. It’s always a good day when CityAlight releases a new EP. And today’s just that kind of a day. You can find it at YouTube or wherever you get your music. (Yesterday on the blog: New and Notable Christian Books for July 2023) Gospel Irony: Prevailing in Unlikely Places “What better symbol of Roman strength and power than the awe-inspiring Praetorian Guard. These were the Navy Seals of their day. These were the renowned Seal Team Six. So powerful were they that the Caesars feared a military coup by them at any time. Ironic, since the Praetorian Guard was established to serve as the personal protection team for the Caesars in the first place.” Joy requires sacrifice It is helpful to consider the way that joy requires sacrifice. What is Theology? Since God is the object of our knowledge, the source of our wisdom, and the fountain of our everlasting happiness, what greater endeavor could the Christian ever pursue than theology? Join Matthew Barrett for free to study the foundational elements of Christian Theology through For The Church Institute at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Spurgeon College. (Sponsored Link) Being ready for Jesus’ return anytime Simon van Bruchem: “Jesus calls his people to be ready for his … Continue reading A La Carte (July 28)