This is going to be a week in which I post only the daily A La Carte articles. I returned from my last trip (which took me to several African nations) with an ugly bug bite and some kind of insect-borne illness. I’m trying to get that sorted and think I’m on the right track. But it has been a rough few days. Logos users will find some good deals for pastor appreciation month. You’ll also want to look at …

I am once again wanting to express my gratitude to BJU Seminary for sponsoring the blog this week to let you know about their biblical counseling programs. Today’s Kindle deals include a couple of good titles. (Yesterday on the blog: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age) Pastors All the Way Down? Rhys Laverty has written a fascinating post about what the church (and in his context he is referring primarily to the UK church) may lose if we do …

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you on this fine day. Westminster Books has a deal on a new devotional book by Paul Tautges. The Sons of God and the Daughters of Man Mitchell Chase has just wrapped up a really interesting series of articles on “the sons of God and the daughters of man.” He looks at the various interpretive options, tells which he prefers, and defends his view. Online ‘Prophets’ Are More like Jonah than …

The God of love and peace be with you today. (Yesterday on the blog: Never Be Discouraged and Never Be a Discourager) Five Blessings of Marking Up Your Bible Of course, there’s no rule saying you must mark up your Bible. But if you do, perhaps you’ll experience these blessings. Creators, Consumers, and Christ: 10 Social Media Resolutions Aaron Lee: “Whether creating or consuming, Christians can use social media as a tool to steward and leverage well for the glory …

May the Lord be with you and bless you today. Westminster Books is offering a deal on a new book by Paul Tripp—a book meant to help you embrace your Sundays. And yes, there are more great Kindle deals today. Robbers of Assurance? In Defense of the Puritans Mark Jones pushes back against those who accuse the Puritans of robbing people of assurance. “To make a sweeping claim that basically amounts to warning people that the Puritans are dangerous to …

Good morning from Portugal, the final stop in this Worship Round the World journey. I am here for just a few days before heading home at last. (Thankfully, Aileen has been able to join me.) There is quite an extensive list of Kindle deals today. (Yesterday on the blog: When You Long to Know the “Why” Behind Your Sorrow) What Smaller Churches Get Wrong When They Look at Bigger Churches This is good—a list of things smaller churches can get …

Good morning. Grace and peace to you. I dug up a number of new Kindle deals that may be of interest. (Yesterday on the blog: A Pastoral Prayer About Labor and Rest) Crowned I love Kristin’s reflection on grandparenting. “This is miles apart from mothering. At first blush, you would not think so: filling sippy cups, opening snacks, picking up toys, readying baths, reading books, kissing those chunky cheeks, swinging, collecting rocks, frolicking, and singing.” Your Faithfulness Affects Us All: …

My thanks goes to the Good Book Company for sponsoring the blog this week to tell you about the excellent God’s Big Promises Bible Storybook. Today’s Kindle deals include mostly classics but at least one newer book as well. (Yesterday on the blog: Cessationist: The Film) The Battle for the Body Is Carl Trueman overstating it? I’m not actually sure. “As the fourth century wrestled with the doctrine of God, the fifth with Christology and the nature of God’s grace, …

May the Lord be with you and bless you today. I dug up just a few new Kindle deals today. Meanwhile, WTS has another good deal, this one offering 50% off on ESV Scripture Journals. You Probably Have a Good Pastor This is a very important one from Todd Pruitt. “I have no desire to diminish the sad experiences of those who have found themselves in the unfortunate and at times tragic circumstance of having an abusive pastor. But the …

Good morning from Morocco where I’ve settled in for the second-to-last leg of this journey. It has been a whirlwind, but all is well. Westminster Books has a book on sale that you’re meant to order before Christmas. Today’s Kindle deals include a number of interesting books. (Yesterday on the blog: As Summer Turns to Fall) Borrowed Strength This is a tremendous article from Melissa. “I hope God can sort out the desires of my heart, because half the time …