It is fitting that the Advent season be accompanied by Christ-exalting, doctrinally-rich music--songs that are both stylistically engaging and lyrically edifying. That is why I am pleased to recommend Savior: Celebrating the Mystery of God Become Man, a newly released Christmas album by Sovereign Grace Music. The songs are composed by Mark and Stephen Altrogge, Gregory Tulenko, Todd Twining, Doug Plank, Rich Dalmas, and Bob Kauflin. I am especially blessed by the song "Hope Has Come", whose first verse reads: Let us join with the angel voices Let us join their happy song All of heaven and … [Read more...] about Savior: Celebrating the Mystery of God Become Man
Archives for 2007
Analysis of Romney – My Own Reflections
Mitt Romney is an accomplished businessman who has experienced widespread success. His conservative instincts serve him well and I regard him as an intelligent and competent man. Everywhere he goes, good things seem to happen. However, with all due respect, winning one election (on a socially liberal platform in a socially liberal state) in a year that his party did very well nationally is not evidence of a high degree of political skill. On the stump, he seems overly careful, as if speaking in code, self-conscious about his appearance. Romney's speech on his Mormon faith, coming not (as … [Read more...] about Analysis of Romney – My Own Reflections
Analysis of Romney Speech – Ambinder & Douthat
Examine these consecutive paragraphs in Romney's speech: "There is one fundamental question about which I often am asked. What do I believe about Jesus Christ? I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the Savior of mankind. My church's beliefs about Christ may not all be the same as those of other faiths. Each religion has its own unique doctrines and history. These are not bases for criticism but rather a test of our tolerance. Religious tolerance would be a shallow principle indeed if it were reserved only for faiths with which we agree. "There are some who would have a presidential … [Read more...] about Analysis of Romney Speech – Ambinder & Douthat
Analysis of Romney Speech – David Frum
Romney's depiction of Jesus Christ: "There is one fundamental question about which I often am asked. What do I believe about Jesus Christ? I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the Savior of mankind. My church's beliefs about Christ may not all be the same as those of other faiths. Each religion has its own unique doctrines and history. These are not bases for criticism but rather a test of our tolerance." David Frum's spot-on reflection: To be blunt, Romney is saying: It is legitimate to ask a candidate, "Is Jesus the son of God?" But it is illegitimate to ask a candidate, "Is … [Read more...] about Analysis of Romney Speech – David Frum
Huckabee Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Plan
First-place Republican Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee announces a 9-Point Strategy for Immigration Enforcement and Border Security: 1. Build the Fence 2. Increase Border Patrol 3. Prevent Amnesty 4. Enforce the Law on Employers 5. Establish an Economic Border 6. Empower Local Authorities 7. Ensure Document Security 8. Discourage Dual Citizenship 9. Modernize the Process of Legal Immigration Read the whole thing. … [Read more...] about Huckabee Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Plan
Gov. Romney’s “Faith in America” Speech Tonight
Prepared remarks have been made available. Apparently, the former President George H.W. Bush will introduce Gov. Romney at The George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, TX. A few excerpts: "Over the last year, we have embarked on a national debate on how best to preserve American leadership. Today, I wish to address a topic which I believe is fundamental to America's greatness: our religious liberty. I will also offer perspectives on how my own faith would inform my Presidency, if I were elected. "There are some who may feel that religion is not a matter to be seriously considered … [Read more...] about Gov. Romney’s “Faith in America” Speech Tonight