Leibniz Was the Last
I’m reading a great book on exegesis of the New Testament and here is just a sample. Student of the Bible (or anything), read and be comforted! Take courage and … Continue reading
Victory in the Desert
“The first Adam was tested in the God-blessed garden and fell. The second Adam was tested in the God-cursed desert, and won.” – Russell Moore, Tempted and Tried
Coming Soon: Notes from the Tilt-A-Whirl
I enjoyed Nate Wilson’s book Notes from the Tilt-A-Whirl a great deal. It was a wonderfully inspiring read that made me think entirely different about living in our Father’s world, … Continue reading
The Temptations
This new book by Russell D. Moore looks to be both interesting and helpful. My copy is on the way. Looking forward to it. I always enjoy the connections with … Continue reading
The Sinner I Know
The recent debates triggered by Rob Bell’s Love Wins have echoed across the blogosphere, bounced back, and circled repeatedly. Hell is not popular, nor should it be, but popularity has … Continue reading
In Awe of God’s Humility
God models perfectly every virtue that the Spirit is trying to bear in us as we are slowly being reformed in Christ’s image. Humility is one of those virtues. Philippians … Continue reading
5 Things: On Presenting
…or 5 things relevant to speaking, preaching, teaching, talking, or leading discussions in front of other people. 2 truths about speaking in front of others: (1) most people are very … Continue reading
Get Your Hands Outta Your Pockets
Working with my father was always a treat. He knows how to work. His capacity for hard work has always amazed me, and when a teenager, sometimes frustrated me. ”Why … Continue reading
This Day and That Day
There are only two days to worry about: this day and That Day. If you don’t know what that Day is then you are probably not ready for it. Today, … Continue reading
5 Things: On Great Podcasts
This may surprise some but I enjoy National Public Radio. I’m not a normal NPR crowd kind of person but I really enjoy the format and the reporting. I enjoy … Continue reading
Book Review: Imaginary Jesus by Matt Mikalatos
I’ve always been intrigued by the song Personal Jesus (the 363rd of the 500 greatest songs of all time according to Rolling Stone Magazine), particularly the rough-hewn and raw version … Continue reading
Get A Rhythm
“When you get the blues,” Johnny Cash sang, “come on, get a rhythm.” Whole lot of wisdom in that country song. Advanced common sense or something like that. As a … Continue reading
Resolutions and Personal Development, Jesus Style
It’s kind of late to talk about resolutions but maybe this is just the time that your resolutions need another jump start. And who says resolve is limited to New … Continue reading
