Pretty good story by the Orlando Sentinel on R.C. Sproul's ministry and recent activities (new church facility, founding a Bible College) as they relate to the rising popularity of Calvinism among young evangelicals. HT: Chris Larson … [Read more...] about Orlando Sentinel Story on Sproul’s Influence on “New Calvinists”
Interview – Jim Newheiser – You Never Stop Being a Parent
Last week I reviewed the latest book from Jim Newheiser & Elyse Fitzpatrick, You Never Stop Being a Parent: Thriving in Relationship With Your Adult Children. These two also co-authored When Good Kids Make Bad Choices. I'm grateful that Pastor Jim was kind enough to answer a few questions for us about their most recent book. Pastor Jim, thank you very much for being available. There's a lot of discussion in the secular media about "helicopter parents". Among Christians, is there a real trend to "over-parenting" in our day? I want to preface my responses by stating our conviction that the … [Read more...] about Interview – Jim Newheiser – You Never Stop Being a Parent
Busyness and Fruitfulness are different
A great series of posts by C.J. Mahaney on the fact that: 1. Busyness does not mean I am diligent. 2. Busyness does not mean I am faithful. 3. Busyness does not mean I am fruitful. Part 1: Are You Busy? Part 2: Confessions of a Busy Procrastinator Part 3: The Procrastinator Within Part 4: Just Do It In posts 2 & 3, Mahaney unpacks an article by Walter Henegar from the Fall 2001 issue of the Journal of Biblical Counseling entitled "Putting Off Procrastination.” In the 4th post, there's this fantastic quote: No unwelcome tasks become any the less unwelcome by putting them off till tomorrow. It … [Read more...] about Busyness and Fruitfulness are different
Obama’s Approval Numbers & Strategy: 2010 and 2012
Karl Rove explains the disconnect between Democrats in Congress and the Obama White House, suggesting the current malaise may well extend to 2012. Charles Krauthammer, in an apparent contrast, warns Republicans not to underestimate Obama, who has achieved a string of historic legislative victories (Stimulus, Health Care, Financial Reform). The consequence of these new initiatives is "the creation of ruinous deficits as far as the eye can see." But there's a larger strategy underway. I think Krauthammer nails it: Obama may look weak now, but his reelection campaign will be fierce and tough to … [Read more...] about Obama’s Approval Numbers & Strategy: 2010 and 2012
John Piper’s Advice For Those Starting College
As part of my research for the book I'm writing, I re-listened to a 30-minute message that John Piper gave to those who completed a one-year gap program (post-high school, pre-college). These students were (for the most part) on their way to traditional, four-year colleges and universities. The principles Piper laid out are helpful, I think, for any college or college-bound student. The main thing that jumps out in a day in which students increasingly want to acquire "practical" skills ("When am I going to use this stuff in the real world?") is the advice that it's OK if you don't yet know … [Read more...] about John Piper’s Advice For Those Starting College
To Every Tribe Ministries – Interview with David Sitton – Part 2
David Sitton is the President of To Every Tribe, a ministry which has been planting churches among unreached people groups of Papua New Guinea and Mexico for many years now. The ministry is led by a distinguished board of directors and three executive officers. As it happens, they are seeking to hire a Director for their Center for Pioneer Church Planting. To Every Tribe is hosting a conference this October 22-23 entitled Reckless Abandon: For Jesus and The Nations. In light of this conference, and as a means of spreading the word about To Every Tribe, I'll be posting a three or four part … [Read more...] about To Every Tribe Ministries – Interview with David Sitton – Part 2