Thanks for all the kind feedback on yesterday’s launch of Seasons of Sorrow. As you read it, please consider leaving a review at Amazon. Westminster Books has deals on some new and noteworthy books. Kindle deals include Keller’s excellent The Meaning of Marriage along with a book for teens. (Yesterday on the blog: A New Song: In the Valley (Bless the Lord)) An Insight Into Influencers “Who are the most influential people in the lives of teenagers? Most of the potential answers to that question probably haven’t changed much across centuries and cultures: parents, siblings, wider family, friends and educators. But now, in the 21st century, we have to add to that list YouTubers and social media content creators.” Did Jesus Send Us Looking for ‘Persons of Peace’? You’ve probably heard of the missions strategy of seeking out a “person of peace.” This article explains why this isn’t necessary. Let’s Make Sure We Are Preaching The Gospel Of Grace Not A Gospel Of Works This is important: “In the immediate aftermath of her death, it is inevitable and right that we celebrate her life. A degree of hagiographic overstatement is to be expected as we pay our respects. However, as gospel ministers, we need to be careful that, at this very moment at which the Christian faith and its fruits are in the public eye, we do not inadvertently create the impression that the Christian faith is a works religion, with eternal life secured by a good life of sacrificial service.” How to have an … Continue reading A La Carte (September 14)