Andy Naselli has a helpful list, with some good commentary on each of them. Undoubtedly, the best one-place to get these kinds of books is Westminster Bookstore. … [Read more...] about Good Theological Books For Kids
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How To Argue Like Jesus
Hot off the press (as in, today) is this new book by Joe Carter and John Coleman, How to Argue like Jesus: Learning Persuasion from History's Greatest Communicator. Many of you will recognize Joe as the founder of the Evangelical Outpost, now under new management. Joe now blogs at Culture 11. About the book, the Publisher's description: Uses Jesus’ words and actions found in the New Testament to systematically evaluate his rhetorical stylings, drawing real lessons from his teachings that today’s readers can employ. Jesus of Nazareth never wrote a book, held political office, or wielded a … [Read more...] about How To Argue Like Jesus
R.C. Sproul: Principle vs. Pragmatism
Ligonier Ministries has posted Dr. R.C. Sproul's article from the January 2009 issue of Tabletalk. Dr. Sproul observes: What is pragmatism? Pragmatism is the only philosophy native to America. Pragmatism eschews any hope of discovering ultimate truth. It is skeptical with respect to objective principles of righteousness and defines truth as “that which works.” In this philosophy, the end always justifies the means. The driving force behind decisions within the scope of pragmatism is the force of expediency.Sproul's closing paragraph: Expediency is an obscene word. It is the word that is ever … [Read more...] about R.C. Sproul: Principle vs. Pragmatism
Richard John Neuhaus Has A Serious Form Of Cancer
Richard John Neuhaus, Editor-in-Chief of the highly reputed journal First Things, was recently diagnosed with a serious cancer. Tim Bayly passes on a group e-mail sent to him by managing editor Joseph Bottum: Please forgive this group email, but so many have asked after the health of Richard John Neuhaus that is seemed best to send out this single message to all our friends. Fr. Neuhaus is in the hospital here in New York. Over Thanksgiving, he was diagnosed with a serious cancer. The long-term prognosis for this particular cancer is not good, but it is not hopeless, either, and there is a … [Read more...] about Richard John Neuhaus Has A Serious Form Of Cancer
Interview (Part II) with Justin Reimer of The Elisha Foundation
This is part II of an interview with Mr. Justin Reimer about a ministry he and his wife launched called The Elisha Foundation. Part I of the interview can be found here. Describe your ministry a bit. What is your vision? Scope? Mission? Our overriding mission is to encourage families of people with special needs (kids and adults) to a more intimate faith in Christ, lived out with passion and love. In our experience we have seen that relational intimacy, faith, passion and real love all commonly suffer in the lives of those affected by a disability or other complication. As the focus shifts … [Read more...] about Interview (Part II) with Justin Reimer of The Elisha Foundation
Interview with Justin Reimer of The Elisha Foundation
The Elisha Foundation is an outstanding ministry that I am honored to serve as a current sponsor. To help readers get a better understanding of this ministry, I'm re-posting an interview with Justin Reimer, who together with his wife Tamara established The Elisha Foundation in December 2005. Here is part I of our interview: Can you please tell us how the Lord called you to Himself? I grew up in a Christian home with two parents who love the Lord and raised us in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. We were immersed in Christianity. I remember kneeling next to my bed at the age of 4 full … [Read more...] about Interview with Justin Reimer of The Elisha Foundation