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  • Weekend A La Carte (February 22)

    The best of the bunch in today’s Kindle deals is William VanDoodewaard’s excellent The Quest for the Historical Adam. (Yesterday on the blog: Are You Looking for Something Good To Read?) The Most Frightening Three Words Kimberly Wagner writes about the most frightening words for those who are suffering from chronic pain. “I’ve learned that…

  • friday

    A La Carte (February 21)

    I’m off to Denver today to speak several times over the weekend at Littleton Bible Chapel. I look forward to meeting some of you there! Today’s Kindle deals include Reading Timothy and Titus with John Stott which I used for devotions last year (coupled with the ESV Scripture Journal) and thoroughly enjoyed. Logos users may…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (February 20)

    I wanted to remind you that I’m now into the pre-order phase for my new book and documentary series Epic: An Around-the-World Journey Through Christian History. If it’s something you plan to purchase anyway, it would be helpful to the publisher if you pre-purchased it now. Today’s Kindle deals include a short list today, several…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (February 19)

    Last week’s article on blogging resulted in a flood of people sending their blog to me. There were so many that I couldn’t reply to each of you personally, but do know that I’m grateful. I added each to my RSS reader and look forward to tracking with them all. Today’s Kindle deals include a…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (February 18)

    I spent a chunk of yesterday’s Family Day holiday catching up with some of the longform articles I had bookmarked but not yet gotten around to reading. You’ll see a few of them appear in A La Carte over the next few days. There’s a variety of books listed in today’s Kindle deals. (Yesterday on…

  • monday

    A La Carte (February 17)

    It is Family Day here in Canada—a holiday invented recently (as a campaign promise, I think) just to give us a day off in February. I gladly accept it. There are just a few Kindle deals today—two of them designed to help you with joy or happiness. Five Ways You’re Probably Not A Calvinist Wes…

  • Weekend A La Carte (February 15)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty good selection. You’ll find some older ones, plus some new ones like the highly-regarded A Big Gospel in Small Places. (Yesterday on the blog: What Do Hitmen and Porn Watchers Have in Common?) Looking For a Church? Here’s What to Look For Jim Elliff: “My list doesn’t include a…

  • friday

    A La Carte (February 14)

    A quick look at my weather app shows a frigid -14 Celsius out there this morning. Beside it is the “feels like” temperature which accounts for wind and other factors; it is registering at -24. Maybe someone else would like to go out there and carry my trash to the road for pickup? Today’s Kindle…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (February 13)

    Westminster Books has a sale on a new book for kids—one that will help prepare them for what they will inevitably someday see online. Over at Amazon you’ll find a few Kindle deals. (Yesterday on the blog: How To Get Started With Blogging in 2020) Misplaced Blame Marvin Olasky, who has a Ph.D. in American…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (February 12)

    Sometimes I think I should begin these A La Carte posts with a personalized message. But then I wonder, how would I possibly vary that across the 320 or so I prepare each year? That seems unlikely, so I usually just get right down to business… … by mentioning that I dug up some new…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (February 11)

    There is not an extensive list of Kindle deals today, but there are still a few interesting ones, including Tremper Longman’s highly-recommended introduction to Proverbs. (Yesterday on the blog: Biblical Building-Blocks for Sexual Purity) When the Church Apologizes for Its Beliefs Trevin Wax is concerned about the way Christians speak of their beliefs when it…

  • monday

    A La Carte (February 10)

    It’s not the greatest day ever for Kindle deals, but there are at least a few there. (Yesterday on the blog: A Prayer for Battling a Destructive Desire) Pizza & Coke for Communion? Clint Archer shares some valuable thoughts on celebrating the Lord’s Supper according to the biblical intent. The FAQs: What You Should Know…

  • Weekend A La Carte (February 8)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a few classics plus a few newer books. (Yesterday on the blog: An Invitation to the Great American Story) Men: Pursue Others Like Jesus Pursues You Ed Welch has one geared specifically to men: “You believe that Jesus pursues you. You are letting go of old lies that suggest he doesn’t…

  • friday

    A La Carte (February 7)

    Today’s Kindle deals include a pretty diverse collection. (Your Days are Numbered and Jesus Wins are both especially highly recommended.) (Yesterday on the blog: Epic Is Now Available for Pre-Order) Naming Names It is sometimes okay and even necessary to call out false teachers and fugitives from church justice. Are You Too Sensitive? Elisha Galotti:…

  • thursday

    A La Carte (February 6)

    Today’s Kindle deals include quite a lot of books—a few of which may interest you. Westminster Books has many of this month’s new and noteworthy releases discounted right out of the gate… (Yesterday on the blog: How Do You Feel About Your 170 Hours of TV So Far this Year?) Worship God: Start a Hobby…

  • wednesday

    A La Carte (February 5)

    As is usually the case, there are a few Kindle deals for you to browse through today. Guarding Our Eyes Al Martin writes about guarding our eyes. “In our visually soaked generation, addiction to sexual uncleanness and unrestrained covetousness are common sins. We will not make progress in growing in grace if we do not…

  • tuesday

    A La Carte (February 4)

    There’s quite a lot of good stuff in today’s collection of Kindle deals. (Yesterday on the blog: A Few Practical Pointers on Sexual Intimacy) 10 of the West’s Most Destructive Cultural Critics Bruce Ashford writes about some people you should know for the ways they’ve brought destruction to the West. Can the Roman Catholic Church…

  • monday

    A La Carte (February 3)

    Today’s Kindle deals include some solid books, highlighted by Kelly Needham’s new one Friendish. Also be sure to consider The God Who Is There by D.A. Carson. Logos users will want to check out the free and discounted books of the month. (Yesterday on the blog: Three Great Modern Hymns for your Easter Services!) When…

  • weekend

    Weekend A La Carte (February 1)

    Today’s Kindle deals include all kinds of good books, highlighted by Kelly Needham’s new book Friendish. Also be sure to consider The God Who Is There by D.A. Carson. There is also a whole collection of general market monthly deals you may want to browse through. Yesterday on the blog I reviewed and recommended Mercy…

  • friday

    A La Carte (January 31)

    Today’s Kindle deals offer a few interesting books, including a relatively new one from John MacArthur. (Yesterday on the blog: New and Notable Christian Books for January 2020) What Does Paul Mean When He Says, “Act Like Men”? I had been meaning to figure this out and write this article, so am glad Wyatt got…