I've received several e-mails recently from men aspiring to go into the ministry. If you're in that situation, being a regular recipient of the Nine Marks newsletters is an absolute must. They only come out six times a year (every other month), but they are jam-packed full of outstanding literature that is both theologically rich and deeply practical/pastoral. Here is a link to the latest issue (which is also available in PDF format). It deals with the issue of elders, the work of the eldership, and the training of elders and deacons. Speaking of Nine Marks, one of the many things … [Read more...] about Theological/Pastoral Discussion – Piper/Dever
John Piper’s Father is With Jesus
The fruitful and faithful life of evangelist William Solomon Hottle Piper ended early this morning. He was 88 years old. An excerpt from the obituary written by his son John: "He edited the periodical The Rod of God, published books of sermons, led inspirational tours to Israel, created Bible study materials used around the world, and for two-and-a-half decades, served as founder and president of ROGMA, International, which has trained thousands of church leaders in Bible doctrine. He would want us to say, in the words of his hero, the apostle Paul, “To live is Christ and to die is gain.” … [Read more...] about John Piper’s Father is With Jesus
Bethlehem Baptist Church – New Website
Bethlehem Baptist Church has a new website. … [Read more...] about Bethlehem Baptist Church – New Website
The Faithful Preacher – Thabiti Anyabwile
Tim Challies reviews The Faithful Preacher - a biographical presentation by Thabiti Anyabwile of Lemuel Haynes, Daniel Payne and Francis Grimké, three African-American pastors from the 18th century who hailed from the Reformed, puritan school of theology and ministry. This book sounds really good. (Note: Though Amazon lists it as not yet available, it should be stocked in just a few days.) Here are the blurbs: “Do yourself a favor; read this book, and share it with others.” Mark Dever, Pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church “Thabiti Anyabwile introduces us to past African-American voices … [Read more...] about The Faithful Preacher – Thabiti Anyabwile
John Piper’s Father May Be Dying
Posted today on the DG blog: "John Piper just left town on an unscheduled trip to see his father who will probably be with the Lord soon. Please pray for him and his sister as they consider difficult end-of-life issues. His dad has lived a long and fruitful life walking with and working for Jesus. This flavors these painful days and decisions with hope. " (HT: Between Two Worlds) Update: He has passed away. … [Read more...] about John Piper’s Father May Be Dying
Beauty and the Business Woman
Lydia Brownback offers some sage, balanced words on Beauty and the Business Woman. Commenting on the context in which the Proverbs 31 wife and mother exercised her business skills, Brownback notes: "She exercised these skills for the greater good of others, most especially for her family. Nowhere in this passage of Proverbs do we find anything about achieving personal goals, realizing potential, or seeking fulfillment. We learn from her that exercising business skills and maintaining biblical femininity can certainly go hand-in-hand. It all depends on our reasons for putting these skills to … [Read more...] about Beauty and the Business Woman