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A La Carte (October 20)

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Good morning. Grace and peace to you.

Monday Kindle deals can sometimes be delayed, but if all goes well, you should find some deals on good books by D.A. Carson and others. Mark Vroegop’s Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy should be among them and has proven both popular and influential. There’s also a sale from Baker Books that has quite a few good options.

The Future of Anglicanism Has Arrived: What GAFCON’s Statement Means for Evangelicals

You may have heard major news from the Anglican Church last week. This article explains what happened and what it means going forward.

Assisted Suicide Will Wash Us Away

This is written from a UK perspective but describes what euthanasia has unleashed and will unleash wherever it is permitted. “The legislation for assisted suicide unleashes a pity which only looks at today and has no regard for tomorrow. It is potent in destruction but weak in healing, strong enough to allow a man to die but lacking the strength to help him live. We cannot allow this pity to become our master.”

The State of Theology

What do Americans believe? Every few years, Ligonier’s State of Theology survey asks people on the street and in congregations what they really believe about Jesus, the Bible, and ethical issues. The results from the 2025 survey reveal significant doctrinal confusion in the church, calling for clear and faithful Christian teaching. As we approach the anniversary of the Reformation next week, read the key findings to gain insights that can help bring theological renewal to your community. Explore the results or take the survey for yourself at TheStateOfTheology.com. (Sponsored)

I’m Still Surprised by His Goodness

Melissa confesses that, even after so many years of being a Christian, she is still surprised by God’s goodness.

What Is Your Busyness Doing?

Alan Noble writes about the sin of acedia. “It seems to me that busyness is deceptive. It often starts out virtuous, a courageous effort to manage the daily affairs of your life for the sake of your loved ones and to honor God—in the model of the ant. But the rhythms of hustle can overtake you. They can be seductive. There is a numbness that sets in when you are busy.”

When Dad Will Not Lead in the Home

What should you do when dad will not lead in the home? Chap Bettis provides a response to a common question.

DO Something When You Are Maligned

Here is some instruction on what to do when you are maligned.

Flashback: If Just One Person Returned

We have the sure and steady word of the God who made us, the God who saved us, the God who raised his Son, the God who has promised that he has given us the ultimate victory through Jesus Christ. 

A family well launched in the morning with prayers goes with a blessing all day.

—De Witt Talmage

  • The Most Neglected Element of Worship

    The Most Neglected Element of Worship

    There are some elements of public worship that receive a great deal of attention. These elements are taught, practiced, rehearsed, and perfected until they are as good as they can be. In most churches, this includes the music, of course, and often the preaching. Why do these receive so much attention?

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    A La Carte (May 20)

    The pastor who refuses to back down / The missionary with Ebola / Why we don’t trust pastors / Rushing our quiet times / The other side of seminary / The remedy, the problem, and the church / Why we need to interpret the Bible / Kindle deals / and more.

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    A La Carte (May 19)

    The wrong lessons from the latest scandal / The blessing of being forgotten / If your chatbot offers prayer / Have tongues ceased? / Consider the small town / Thinking Christianly about complex topics / Book releases / and more.

  • Off the Hook

    God Doesn’t Ask You To Let Him Off the Hook

    There are many ways that human beings can display our pride and arrogance toward God. There are many ways that even those of us who love him can display that we think we know better than he does. There are many ways we can behave with conceit, but perhaps never more so than when we…

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    A La Carte (May 18)

    I am not enough for my kids / The dangerous days past middle age / Are you filled with the Spirit? / Give away lots of money / The best way to resist temptation / A year with Pope Leo / Kindle deals / and more.

  • Works and Wonders May 17

    Works & Wonders (May 17)

    Works & Wonders features Nate Bargatze vs. Beyoncé, Eric Church & Jonathan Haidt, houses for €1, “Gone Away with a Friend,” hymn sings, a Sunday devotional, and more.