I previously wrote about the murder of David Sitton's niece (Makayla Sitton) and three other family members this past Thanksgiving. CNN is reporting that the killer has been apprehended: Authorities have arrested a Florida man suspected of gunning down four of his family members on Thanksgiving, a Monroe County sheriff's spokeswoman said Saturday. Paul Michael Merhige, 35, was arrested in Monroe County by U.S. Marshals Saturday night, said sheriff's spokeswoman Becky Herrin.Read the whole thing. Apparently, federal agents along with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office in Florida arrested … [Read more...] about Gunman Who Killed David Sitton’s Niece Apprehended
Nomination for Best Worship Project of 2009
Every year Worship Leader magazine announces its “Reader’s Choice” awards. For 2009, Sovereign Grace Music's album Sons & Daughters (see previous mention) has been nominated for Best Worship Project and Best Compilation Project. If you're unfamiliar with their music, check out their site. Or check out the audio clips for each of the 12 songs on their 2009 album Sons & Daughters. To cast your vote (scroll down to see the various categories), go to the 2009 Worship Leader Readers’ Choice Awards. HT: Bob Kauflin … [Read more...] about Nomination for Best Worship Project of 2009
January 13-16, 2010: Seek. Engage. Defend.
This looks like a very interesting conference, particularly for those interested in helping the next generation defend the Christian faith in an increasingly hostile world. It runs from January 13-16 in Birmingham, AL and featured speakers include Alastair Begg and Ravi Zacharias. HT: Josh Harris … [Read more...] about January 13-16, 2010: Seek. Engage. Defend.
James Dobson To Start New Radio Show
A month ago Dr. James Dobson announced that he would no longer be broadcasting the internationally syndicated Focus on the Family radio program as of the end of February, 2010. When a journalist with the Gazette argued that Gov. Sarah Palin might be the successor to Dr. Dobson in representing conservative Christians, Dr. Dobson responded that, "While I am leaving Focus on the Family in February, I have no intention of retiring." Sure enough, a few days ago the seasoned counselor, author and psychologist announced on his Facebook fan page that he plans to start a new nonprofit and radio show … [Read more...] about James Dobson To Start New Radio Show
New R.C. Sproul Commentary on John
I had the pleasure of proof-reading this book. Of all the books on which I've ever provided editorial feedback, it was the most enjoyable and the most fruitful read for me. This is another expositional commentary from Dr. Sproul - it is not an exhaustive treatment of every verse in John, but it faithfully covers the "big picture" of each passage covered (they are essentially sermons converted into chapters). The Gospel of John is (in my view) both the most theologically rich gospel and the most evangelistic (the account with the Samaritan woman in chapter 4, the adulteress woman in John 8, … [Read more...] about New R.C. Sproul Commentary on John
New John Piper Book
John Piper's latest book, A Sweet and Bitter Providence: Sex, Race, and the Sovereignty of God, looks interesting, as always. The product description: Sex. Race. Scripture. Sovereignty. The book of Ruth entails them all. So readers shouldn't be fooled by its age, says Pastor John Piper. Though its events happened over 3,000 years ago, the story holds astounding relevance for Christians in the twenty-first century. The sovereignty of God, the sexual nature of humanity, and the gospel of God's mercy for the undeserving-these massive realities never change. And since God is still sovereign, … [Read more...] about New John Piper Book