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Today’s Kindle deals include Alistair Begg’s Pray Big, a series of novels meant for younger readers, a Christmas devotional, and more.
(Yesterday on the blog: Difficult Does Not Mean Cryptic and Mysteries Aren’t Meant To Mystify)
The Trap of Fear-Based Parenting
John explains how parenting out of fear creates a kind of trap. Of course, he also offers a better approach.
How Do You Survive Losing a Child? (Video)
Aileen and I recently joined our friends Jeremy and Jinger for an episode of their podcast. Together we discussed the loss of a child. You can watch it on YouTube or listen to it on any of the podcast platforms.
When You Are Overlooked
Dave Harvey: “Has there ever been a time when you didn’t get the glory you thought you deserved? Maybe your ministry in the church wasn’t acknowledged, a coworker “borrowed” your idea, or the kids failed to appreciate your daily service. Did you feel a sense of injustice, anger—the desire to set things right by wrenching heads toward your sacrifice?”
Three Reasons Russell Brand Should Not Be Baptising Anybody
“I make no claim to know whether Russell Brand is a genuine Christian or not. I am not his pastor, I’ve not heard his testimony and I can’t see his life up close. I certainly believe it is entirely possible he has converted and there are voices in a better position to know who seem to think he has.” Regardless, he should not be baptizing anybody, and here’s why.
A Word for the One Whose Loved One Is Deconstructing
Aaron Armstrong has a compassionate word for those whose loved one is deconstructing their faith.
What if I Don’t Enjoy the Christian Life?
Greg Morse addresses a common concern through an open letter format. “You’ve recently shared your frustrations about the Christian life. It is difficult; ‘somewhat miserable,’ you say. You begin to see more victory over sexual sin, but the heart of the matter remains — you still don’t enjoy this new life in Christ like you expected. You confess, ‘I think I was happier before I became a Christian.’”
Flashback: When the Forbidden Woman Is in Your Home
Today most men who struggle with sexual temptation struggle more within their home than outside of it. It is not a woman on the streets who calls for them, but a woman on a website.
Passionate intensity about the details of religion is worse than useless if it is not accompanied by a holy life.
—D.A. Carson
