They Call It “The Rock”

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A couple of weeks ago I had the privilege of spending some time in Newfoundland—Canada’s easternmost province (and the easternmost point of North America). It was a joy to be there and to explore some of what the Lord is accomplishing through his people. With the help of Thomas Heidman, I put together a little video I thought you might enjoy. It shows both the great beauty of the island and its great need. Please also consider checking out Mile One Mission which is committed to planting healthy churches on Newfoundland.

A La Carte (September 17)

It’s not the most exciting day ever for Kindle deals, though there are at least a few to look at. (Yesterday on the blog: The Local Church Was Made To Serve The Christian, Not The Christian The Local Church) 2 Reasons Bully Pastors Rise Up in the Church Yikes! “our definition of a leader now…

Sep 17, 2020

A La Carte

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Less than 1% Christian!?

This week the blog is sponsored by Mile One Mission, which is committed to planting Gospel-centered, Christ-exalting churches in North America’s least-churched area. The Need: In many circles, Canada and the United States are considered “Christian Countries.” Regardless of what you think of that phrase or its truth, we can assure you that there are…

Jun 29, 2020

Sponsored

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What I Love To Ponder at 10:01 AM on Sunday Morning

Eighteen hours ago, brothers and sisters in New Zealand gathered to worship God. City by city and church by church they joined their voices together to praise him in song, to call out to him in prayer, and to hear from him through the Word. So, too, did believers in the easternmost reaches of Russia.…

Oct 10, 2018

Articles

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Announcing: God’s Great Big Global Church

Coming soon: God’s Great Big Global Church—my new children’s book that introduces kids to ten churches around the world and the joy of worshiping God together. Pre‑order is now open.

Mar 26

Articles

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A La Carte (March 26)

Decisions in the room / What does the Bible say about demons? / Why rationalists are asking AI to read their future / Tiny changes, massive payoffs / Stop scrolling and start singing / Kindle and commentary deals / and more.

Mar 26

A La Carte

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When Your Spouse Stops Being Your Project

Many marriages stall at the same point: each spouse convinced the breakthrough will come only when the other finally changes. What if the real breakthrough begins somewhere else?

Mar 25

Articles

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A La Carte (March 25)

Embracing slow sanctification / Men are lost / Your attention isn’t failing, your environment is / Notes on justice / Ships passing in the night / It is Christ who saves, not Christians / and more.

Mar 25

A La Carte

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A La Carte (March 24)

Check your guns at the door / Counseling the victim identity / Christian sexual ethics / Leaders are readers / Missionary meditations from the Middle East / Personal callings / and more.

Mar 24

A La Carte

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Here We Stand! A Call from Confessing Evangelicals for a Modern Reformation

Thirty years ago, evangelical leaders gathered in Cambridge, MA, to take a stand for truth. That moment led to the Cambridge Declaration—and sparked a call for a modern Reformation. Now, Here We Stand! returns in a newly revised edition from Alliance Publishing with new insights from leading voices like Carl Trueman, Sean Michael Lucas, and…

Mar 23

Sponsored

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Wise and Helpful Ways for Christians To Experiment With AI

AI is here to stay, and many Christians are wondering what to do with it. In this article I share some of the ways I use AI—along with the dangers that still concern me.

Mar 18

Articles

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The Great Need of Reformed Churches Is Not Great Preachers

Reformed churches prize powerful preaching, but God’s people most need faithful pastors who know, love, and shepherd their souls—not merely gifted pulpiteers.

Mar 23

Articles

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When Your Spouse Stops Being Your Project

Many marriages stall at the same point: each spouse convinced the breakthrough will come only when the other finally changes. What if the real breakthrough begins somewhere else?

Mar 25

Articles

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One Woman’s Journey Through Gender Confusion, Reassignment Surgery, and Detransitioning

What happens when gender transition doesn’t bring the peace it promises? In Transformed, Kyla Gillespie tells her story of gender confusion, surgery, and the Savior who called her back. Here are some reflections on her journey.

Mar 20

Book Reviews

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What God Is Doing When He Doesn’t Seem to Be Doing Anything

Sometimes it feels like God isn’t doing anything—that our prayers go unanswered and our circumstances never change. But Scripture tells a different story. Here’s what God is doing even when he seems silent.

Mar 16

Articles

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