Suffering and Singing
Singing to the Lord is a significant means of ministering to our own souls in times of suffering. That’s one reason why we are so drawn to the Psalms, and why Suffering and Singing is a fitting title for a
Continue reading“Your testimonies also are my delight; they are my counselors.” – Psalm 119:24
Nuggets [5/13/16]
The BCC Global Summit is coming soon, June 5-7. 12 Principles for Disagreeing with Other Christians – This is an excellent post adapted from a new book on the conscience. Who and What Is an Evangelical? Evangelicals and Politics, Part
Continue readingEvery Pastor Must Counsel the Flock
In Colossians 1:24-29, the apostle Paul reveals his unceasing commitment to work toward the spiritual development, i.e. maturity, of believers. Paul was not content to simply lead people to saving faith in Christ and then leave them to fend for
Continue readingSome Favorite Quotes from “The Whole Christ”
While at the Shepherds’ Conference in Los Angeles, in March, I purchased a copy of Sinclair Ferguson’s The Whole Christ: Legalism, Antinomianism, & Gospel Assurance. I devoured it in a couple days, finishing it before our plane landed back in
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Here are some articles to chew on. My Son’s Autism Changed Everything–Even Our Church – Sandra Peoples writes, “Like in our small church that rallied around my son following his autism diagnosis, many churches will soon realize it doesn’t take
Continue readingThere Is a Fountain
This past Sunday, we closed our communion service by singing what has become known as the “redemption anthem” of the church. It was written in the late 1700’s by an Englishman named William Cowper, one of the most famous poets
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The Horror of the Cross
We live in a culture that does not understand the symbol of the cross. Today, the cross has become a mere religious symbol. We do not see its horror. D.A. Carson writes, [T]he cross has become for us such a
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Nine Marks of a Christian Family
What makes a Christian family distinct from a non-Christian one? Is it the number of times those in it attend church each week, or are there many more fundamental differences? Recently, at a parenting workshop at our church, I passed
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Who’s In Charge? – “Requiring exact, immediate, pleasant obedience is a huge blessing. This establishes the parent’s God-given authority and helps children to see the value of honoring God’s authority.” The Secret Shame of Middle-Class Americans – “To struggle financially
Continue reading4 Misconceptions about Worship
The past few days, I’ve been thoroughly enjoying Bob Kauflin’s newest book True Worshipers: Seeking what Matters to God. Having loved his first book, Worship Matters, I was excited when this one was released last year. In the second chapter,
Continue readingDr. Tom Zempel – Model of Grace and Truth
This past Lord’s Day, a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, co-laborer in calling the church back to biblical discipleship, and new friend entered the glorious reward of faith. Though I cannot say I’ve known Tom for a long time, the
Continue reading2 New Reviews of “Counseling One Another”
Yesterday, the publisher passed on to me two new reviews of Counseling One Another: A theology of inter-personal discipleship. I’m thankful for these words of encouragement. Longing 4 Truth – “Though there have been many great books on the subject,
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Yesterday, my laptop crashed. So, today, while I was on speaker phone with tech support for several hours, I waded through several piles on my desktop (the top of my literal desk). As a result, I finally got around to
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FREE eBook offer from Shepherd Press – Purchase the paperback edition of Counseling One Another, get the eBook thrown in. How an ESV Bible Is Made – I love this 4-minute video from Crossway. How to Engage on Social Media
Continue readingDoes God Love You and Have a Wonderful Plan for Your Life?
Today, many Christians believe they are entitled to a trouble-free life. This mindset may be at least partly due to having been sold a bill of goods. Many have been told “God loves you and has a wonderful plan for
Continue readingSanctification Conference in Cleveland, Ohio
“I’m Doing What I Shouldn’t Do, HELP!” is the theme for the annual conference of the Biblical Counseling Institute of Ohio. Joe Propri, Director of BCI, writes: If you have been a Christian for any length of time, I’m sure
Continue readingThe Lordship Attributes
Last month, I purchased a copy of John Frame’s new Systematic Theology, and am thoroughly enjoying it. Though I’ve only read the first two chapters so far, it is clear to me it is going to become a personal favorite.
Continue readingNine Lame Ways to Tell Your Child to Take the Garbage Out
This past weekend, I had the joy of teaching a parenting seminar at our church entitled Engaging the Hearts of Our Kids. One of the resources that I recommended to those in attendance is Everyday Talk by John Younts. There
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