While others have written more scholarly defenses of the theology of vocation, Every Good Endeavor is the most accessible and helpful book I've ever read on integrating a Christian perspective with our daily work----whether that work be "blue-collar" or "white-collar," physical or mental, menial or high-profile. Moreover, Keller simultaneously (and winsomely) speaks to non-Christians who are trying to make sense of the frustrations and pleasures of their work lives. Keller begins with God's plan for our work: The idea that work preceded the Fall, that work gives dignity to humankind, and … [Read more...] about Tim Keller’s Every Good Endeavor (a review)
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Tim Keller’s New Book on Work and Vocation: 70% Off!
Every Good Endeavor, which released Nov. 13 , deals with the important topic of work and vocation. This week only, WTS Books is offering the first copy at 70% off (about $8.10). I've already read the entire book (see my review) and consider it the best book I've ever read on the subject of God and work. When I saw it come out, I was immediately intrigued, since Keller first introducing me to Dorothy Sayers some years ago, and in particular her essay Why Work?. That essay was instrumental to me when I wrote Thriving at College. Keller's book is divided into three parts: … [Read more...] about Tim Keller’s New Book on Work and Vocation: 70% Off!
What Is Marriage?: Man and Woman: A Defense
This should be an excellent and important book. It certainly couldn't be more timely. The official description (which itself is superbly written): Until yesterday, no society had seen marriage as anything other than a conjugal partnership: a male-female union. What Is Marriage? identifies and defends the reasons for this historic consensus and shows why redefining civil marriage is unnecessary, unreasonable, and contrary to the common good. Originally published in the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy, this book's core argument quickly became the year's most widely read essay on … [Read more...] about What Is Marriage?: Man and Woman: A Defense
Tim Keller on Political Idolatry
I found the following quote from Counterfeit Gods convicting: "One of the signs that an object is functioning as an idol is that fear becomes one of the chief characteristics of life. When we center our lives on the idol, we become dependent on it. If our counterfeit god is threatened in any way, our response is complete panic. We do not say, ‘What a shame, how difficult,’ but rather ‘This is the end! There’s no hope!’" Read the rest. … [Read more...] about Tim Keller on Political Idolatry
Heart of the Matter: Daily Reflections for Changing Hearts and Lives
This new resource from CCEF sounds excellent, and it's 50% off (only $9.99) until November 21. Selections are by Ed Welch, David Powlison, Tim Lane, Winston Smith, Mike Emlet, and others. Topics include: love, hope, grace, redemption, faith, contentment, conflict, relationships, prayer, fear, patience, humility, and anger. The official description: Change that goes deeper than the surface of our lives happens as we daily remember the truths of the gospel. Every day we need to be reminded that Jesus, God’s own Son, came to this world to save us from sin, sorrow, and death. We need to … [Read more...] about Heart of the Matter: Daily Reflections for Changing Hearts and Lives
Logos Bible Software 5
When I was at The Bethlehem Institute (now Bethlehem College and Seminary), I used Logos Bible software to analyze and diagram Greek passages in the New Testament, and to read electronic versions of various commentaries. I thought it was an outstanding product--easy to learn, yet amazing in its scope. They've just launched Logos Bible Software 5. The short video below describes what's new in it. If you're a pastor or seminary student, this is something you'll definitely want to consider. … [Read more...] about Logos Bible Software 5