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why the hate
why does Sarah Palin evoke such a visceral reaction of hatred by other women? Two data points. First we have a personal story from Jay Nordlinger: I myself have a tale to relate. An episode left me kind of shaken, … Continue reading
again, you don't replace something with nothing
here is the fourth installment in a sometimes series of posts. Mollie Hemingway has an excellent column on this phenomenon. Take some time this weekend and read it over. here is a tease: The reality is that the New Atheist … Continue reading
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Tagged atheism, bill maher, culture, pseudo-science, rationalism, religion, superstition
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foto friday
here is Austin City Hall’s “stinger” and here is Pluto enjoying Bull Creek.
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the importance of Bible Study
I had a question this week about why we need to spend time studying theology. My answer was that a right view of God is necessary when a storm comes into our lives and destroys something. At that point of … Continue reading
ESV Study Bible
Here is John Piper talking about the ESV Bible and the upcoming ESV Study Bible. He likes them. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlFsBdEkxMQ&hl=en&fs=1] Hat tip to Joe Thorn. UPDATE: and here is Mark Driscoll [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfHIC7I0hyo&hl=en&fs=1] and the page where lots more folks are talking … Continue reading
more on harsh language
Here is Doug Wilson’s response to the arguments put forward by Nathan Busenitz that I referenced earlier today. Here is Doug’s response to Nathan’s third argument which was definitely the best one he had: 3. And last, Busenitz presents what … Continue reading
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Tagged harsh language, jesus, John Piper, mark driscoll, teaching
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the shape of evil
here is the shape of evil. Get a good look at its contours. Nicholas Provenzo has bought the Lie in its entirety. Like many, I am troubled by the implications of Alaska governor and Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin’s … Continue reading
Tough Language
Why did John Piper invite Mark Driscoll to address the topic of harsh language in preaching at the power of words national conference? Let him tell you. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i38tv1AVnRY&hl=en&fs=1] Hat tip to Nathan Busenitz who has more to say on the … Continue reading
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Tagged harsh language, John Piper, mark driscoll, power of words, sarcasm
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more on megachurches
Catablog has links to studies regarding the current state of megachurches (over the last few years). Here are some of the findings, but go to Catablog and hit the links to the source materials for more detailed information. “Megachurches – … Continue reading
Jesus and politics
here is a helpful reminder from Timmy Brister: Those of us who profess allegiance to Jesus Christ cannot allow Him to be painted in colors of blue or red. Furthermore, we cannot allow ourselves to be identified with a political … Continue reading
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Tagged community organizer, election 2008, jesus, King of kings, lamb of God
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speaking of worldview
here is a clip of a talk by a young lady who survived an attempt on her life and lived to tell the tale (albeit with scars). Makes for an interesting point of view on life. she gets the God … Continue reading
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Tagged abortion, abortion survivor, gianna jessen, grace, worldview
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two views of the world
Tim Challies has an interesting post up taking the position that there are basically two views of the world. Here, I will let him explain: There are essentially two ways that humans can understand the world. The first way is … Continue reading
the front fell off
probably everybody has already seen these. But they were cracking me up. First we have the mysterious case where the whale died of old age. and then we have the equally mysterious case where a perfectly safe tanker had its … Continue reading
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Tagged front fell off, humor, senator collins, whale died of old age
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speaking of sin
what should we do with sin? [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0GEv78335o&hl=en&fs=1]
one more thing
this bit of the Miami Herald opinion piece quoted below must also be addressed: Evangelicals divorce, do drugs, drink alcohol, have sex outside marriage, have abortions — you name it, they do it, at the same rates as everyone else. … Continue reading
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Tagged children of light, choices, differences, pornography, sin, testimony
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What he said III
Here is another installment in an ongoing series of things that have been said and can’t be said better by me. This one fits in nicely with the post regarding persuasion below. charles spurgeon on the gospel: “The gospel is … Continue reading
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Tagged adrian warnock, charles spurgeon, explanation, gospel, persuasion, reason
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persuasion
Paul said that since we know what it means to fear God, we seek to persuade men. Then he said, “we implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” In his earlier letter to the same group he … Continue reading
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Tagged edification, grace, persuasion, preaching, teaching, todd hiestand
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you don't replace something with nothing
I posted this briefly last night, then I took it down. I was torn because I don’t want to be heard to be saying that being a follower of Christ necessarily means being a political conservative. Nonetheless, I do think … Continue reading
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Tagged belief system, jonah goldberg, jonathan haidt, liberal fascism, secular, sociology, worship
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discipline and bitterness
Here are some thoughts about dealing with hard discipline and avoiding bitterness. It is wise counsel for all of us. You must approach tough experiences with maturity and demonstrate a humble and teachable attitude. The season of suffering is meant … Continue reading
friday fotos
the photographer at work the subject we were shooting
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Tagged bluebonnets, d300, joseph, nikkor 105mm f2.8 AF, nikon, nikon d300
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a science lecture
here is a bit of a genetic science lecture that explains quite a bit about genetic determinism. It is cogent and well reasoned. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-M-vnmejwXo&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&hl=en&fs=1]
Seven years in. The rest of our lives to go.
James Lileks’ bleat from September 11, 2003 remains appropriate here in 2008. here is the bit towards the end, but the whole thing is worth a careful read and reflection: The picture at the top of this page is a … Continue reading
do we tolerate sin?
Ligonier has a book review of Respectable Sins: Confronting the Sins We Tolerate (NavPress, 2007) by Jerry Bridges. Tragically, the idea of sin has disappeared in many churches, and where the concept remains, it is sometimes deflected. In other words, … Continue reading
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Tagged ezekiel, faith, respectable sins, sin, tolerance of sin, trust
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