6 Reasons to Love Church History – by Rick Rose (and a couple of thoughts from me…)

I have been disturbed recently by the ignorance of so many Christians regarding church history.  This became apparent to me recently as I was talking with several professing Christians about October 31st being Reformation Day.  No one I spoke with had any idea what I was talking about.  None of them knew what Martin Luther’s [...]

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Evangelism Course @ FBC Pine – Homework for Week # 1

For a review of the study conducted on Week # 1, you can read a sermon on this passage entitled “The Mission of the Church” found here http://ramblingpastorman.wordpress.com/2008/07/27/the-mission-of-the-church-–-matthew-2816-20/. Homework for Week # 2: Memorize Luke 10:2. Complete the “7 Neighborhoods” Evangelism worksheet (found here http://ramblingpastorman.wordpress.com/2010/09/06/7-neighborhoods-evangelism-worksheet/.) Make a list of 5 people from the “Seven Neighborhoods” worksheet [...]

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Theology Network… a great website!!!

I was recently introduced to website called Theology Network.  It is sponsored by the UCCF: Christian Unions in England.  There is some exceptional resources on this site.  I have particularly been edified by some of the audio sermons and lectures by Michael Reeves.  I highly recommend this site in general and Michael Reeves’ material in [...]

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The Effects of “Celebrity Culture” on the Local Church Pastor – by Tim Challies

Tim Challies posted an interesting article on the effects of “celebrity culture” in the church and how this impacts our appreciation of the God-given pastor in our local church.  Its worth reading… you can find it here http://www.challies.com/archives/articles/ive-never-been-mistaken-for-brad-pitt.php.

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“Owning” a Book – by Moritmer Adler

Tim Challies posted a great excerpt from Mortimer Adler’s book, “How to Read a Book.”  In it, Adler explains what it means to truly “own” a book.  You can read it here http://www.challies.com/archives/articles/quotes/false-reverence.php .

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Christian Hedonism – A Reminder by John Piper

Over at the Desiring God blog, John Piper has given us a helpful reminder on what “Christian Hedonism” is… and why we should pursue our joy in God alone.  You can find it here http://www.desiringgod.org/ResourceLibrary/RecentlyAdded/4205_Rebuilding_Some_Basics_of_Bethlehem_Christian_Hedonism/ .

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Back to Blogging…

Sorry for the break in blogging. My family and I have recently relocated to Payson, Arizona, where I am serving as a chaplain for the local hospice.  I have been without internet service for the past 3 weeks… life goes on… but just barely. Soli Deo Gloria!!!

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9 Ways to Pray for Your Soul – by John Piper

John Piper gives us 9 ways to pray for your own soul… you can find it here http://www.desiringgod.org/Blog/1566_9_ways_to_pray_for_your_soul/ . I would suggest printing this out and putting a copy in your Bible and referring to it during your quiet time.  I don’t want to put words into Dr. Piper’s mouth, but you don’t have to pray [...]

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All Things Are Better In Koine

I happened across this video today and I laughed so hard… harder than I have laughed in a long time.  You will probably appreciate it more if you struggled through Greek in seminary… but most geeks (of which I am chief…) will enjoy it… I think… Enjoy! P.S. “Legomai Ego” means “I myself say to [...]

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Announcement from Grace to You

There was a recent announcment from Grace to You that as of November 5, 2008, they will be opening up the entire archive of John MacArthur’s sermons for free download at their home page.  Dr. John MacArthur has been a faithful expositor of the Word of God for over four decades.  His sermons are always [...]

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