N.T. Wright, John Piper, Alister McGrath, Abortion, Better Ministry Thinking; Women’s Ordination; Parenting For Glory

November 26, 2012

Early Weekend Links Too many good links to wait till the weekend. But remember, a “good” link doesn’t mean I endorse all of what is in it. Enjoy. Better Engagement with Culture Some Startling and Good News Despite No Reporting (We could give some other cultural indicators that would be powerfully depressive and maybe more … More N.T. Wright, John Piper, Alister McGrath, Abortion, Better Ministry Thinking; Women’s Ordination; Parenting For Glory

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10 Ingredients to Pastoral Grumbling and the Effect on a Church

November 25, 2012

Monday Discussion “Do all things without grumbling or complaining.”   Phil. 2:14 Grumbling and complaining are cancers in a fellowship and a culture. They undercut joy, destroy unity and fill us with self-righteousness. They hide the light of Christ from both ourselves and those who know us. Whether you are a church planter, a pastor, … More 10 Ingredients to Pastoral Grumbling and the Effect on a Church

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Longing for the King as His Birth Approaches

November 25, 2012

Sunday Musings The Final Question to the Westminster Shorter Catechism is Question 107. What does the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer teach us? Answer: The conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer, which is, For thine is the kingdom, and power, and the glory, forever. Amen, teaches us to take our encouragement in prayer from God only, and in … More Longing for the King as His Birth Approaches

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The Rob Bell Slide; China; FOX and MSNBC Bias; Slavery in Our Neighborhoods; Abortion Culture; Ann Coulter; Planned Parenthood; Aerosmith

November 24, 2012

Weekend Links Enjoy! How to be a Christian Citizen under a President You Didn’t Vote For (Timely) Slavery Grows in Our Back Yards (This scourge is bringing judgment upon us. We must do more to stop it.) Lessons for Liberals: How a Pencil is Made in a Free Market (Insightful video for Liberals and conservatives … More The Rob Bell Slide; China; FOX and MSNBC Bias; Slavery in Our Neighborhoods; Abortion Culture; Ann Coulter; Planned Parenthood; Aerosmith

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Speaking the Language of the Culture as the Church Dies

November 21, 2012

Sunday Musings “A warm spirituality without the apostolic and evangelical substance may seem attractive to many–what is called undogmatic, or even unconscious Christianity. It will specially appeal to the lay mind, in the pulpit and out. But it is the death of the Church.”  —P.T. Forsyth Pendulum swings. Life is filled with them. Robust doctrine, … More Speaking the Language of the Culture as the Church Dies

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If the Genealogies are Inspired Why Don’t We Preach from Them?

November 19, 2012

Tuesday is for Preaching Got your Christmas series planned? Not? Do you believe the whole Bible is inspired? Try this one.  Consider doing a month long series in Matthew 1:1-25. Week 1:  Matthew 1:1-6a  What Child is This: Part 1 Week 2:  Matthew 1:6b-11 What Child is This: Part 2 Week 3:  Matthew 1:12-17 What … More If the Genealogies are Inspired Why Don’t We Preach from Them?

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