I've been reading a bit about John MacArthur's recent Strange Fire conference (also the title of his new book), and of all the strange things I've read, this was the strangest: R.C. Sproul prayed in tongues. No, not at the conference, but earlier in his life. Here's the opening of his article: MANY PEOPLE ARE SURPRISED, AND SOME ARE shocked, when they hear of my involvement in the charismatic movement years ago. It began in 1965, shortly after I returned from graduate study in Holland to teach philosophy and theology at my alma mater. Some of my senior students who were preparing for … [Read more...] about R.C. Sproul Prayed in Tongues
A Debt Ceiling Cartoon
I've been finishing a major book project over the last few weeks, and I've had little time for blogging. So here's another cartoon, courtesy AEI: … [Read more...] about A Debt Ceiling Cartoon
Tullian Tchividjian on Morning Joe
Tullian Tchividjian appeared on Morning Joe to discuss his new book, One Way Love: Inexhaustible Grace for an Exhausted World. Towards the end, they talked about Tullian's grandfather, Billy Graham, who will turn 95 this November. Mr. Graham writes of Tullian's book: "I have been greatly encouraged by the emergence of a new generation of committed and articulate Christian leaders—and my grandson Tullian Tchividjian is certainly in the forefront of this development. His deep understanding of the gospel and his unique ability to communicate its timeless truths with compassion and insight have … [Read more...] about Tullian Tchividjian on Morning Joe
Cartoon of the Week
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Tim Keller on Morning Joe
Tim Keller appeared on Morning Joe recently to discuss his new book, Walking with God through Pain and Suffering. On a personal note, he shares that his father passed away in February and his mother passed away earlier that very week. I'm two chapters into this book and really enjoying it. He's comparing the Christian view of suffering to that of the Greek stoics and Eastern mystics. A quote, "Christians don't face adversity by stoically decreasing our love for the people and things of this world so much as by increasing our love and joy in God....Grief was not to be eliminated but … [Read more...] about Tim Keller on Morning Joe
Jefferson Bethke: Jesus > Religion
I've not yet seen this book, which releases tomorrow (October 7), but it's sure to be interesting. Jefferson Bethke is the guy who put out a video called "Why I hate religion, but love Jesus," (since viewed over 24 million times) which Kevin DeYoung helpfully interacted with. With a foreword by Lacrae, and endorsements from Russell Moore, Jennie Allen, and several others, I anticipate it being thought-provoking (whether or not I'm able to agree with every jot and tittle). I'll be looking forward to responses as well. … [Read more...] about Jefferson Bethke: Jesus > Religion