Monthly Archives: September 2009
David Brooks on Kanye West, Michael Jordan, and Cultural Narcissism
In a noteworthy piece in the NYT called “High-Five Nation,” David Brooks highlights how today’s climate of cultural narcissism differs from America of the past. (Photo of Kanye West: SunBlog) Having recently heard an old radio broadcast from the end … Continue reading
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Words from the Fire: Mohler’s Latest Challenges Church and Culture
Al Mohler has word out about his latest book, Words from the Fire: Hearing the Voice of God in the 10 Commandments (Moody, 2009). On his website, he gives a teaser from the book’s introduction that caught my attention: The … Continue reading
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“Judging Amanda”: Home-Schooled Girl Must Attend Public School
Just read this shocking bit of news at the On Faith blog operated by the Washington Post: If you’ve ever wondered why conservative evangelical Christians seem so concerned about the dangers of government intervention in our lives, read a recent … Continue reading
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The Link 9.11.09: Phoenix Rap, The Admiral’s Faith, and Remembering 9/11
1. I hadn’t heard much Phoenix rap before this week, but now I have. And now you can too. Check out iSix5, a Christian rap out of Phoenix. A buddy here at TEDS hipped me to them and I liked … Continue reading
Michael Jordan’s Teacher: “Nobody Cut Michael Jordan”
Those of us who grew up going to wildly overpriced basketball camps (remember Five Star? What a racket!) often heard the inspiring and–ahem–comforting tale that Michael Jordan, the greatest basketball player in the world, was cut from the varsity team … Continue reading
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Free Webcast of the Henry Center’s Kantzer Lectures
The Henry Center of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Deerfield, IL) is currently hosting Dr. Stephen Williams of Union Theological College (Belfast, Ireland) for its prestigious Kantzer Lectures in Revealed Theology. The series will be of special interest to those who enjoy … Continue reading
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Don Carson, David Dockery, Tim Chester, and Ravi Zacharias: Events to Note (and Attend)
I wanted to compile a list of some notable conferences coming up that folks should be aware of. I get sent notice of great events somewhat regularly, and it’s a privilege to play a very small part of conference promotion. … Continue reading
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Owen’s Story: A Life-Affirming Piece from Men’s Health
I found this searing piece in Men’s Health–not the typical source for articles filed under “searing.” But this essay by Hamilton Cain about his physically challenged son, Owen, is one of the most life-affirming stories I have read in a long … Continue reading
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The Strange and Otherworldly Rite of Communion: Thoughts on 1 Corinthians 11 and John 6
From 1 Corinthians 11:23-26– For I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, … Continue reading
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Ministry Is About Faithfulness, Not Numbers: Gospel Growth 2009
But don’t take my word for it–let the Gospel Growth=People Growth conference to be held October 14-16, 2009 at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Deerfield, IL) convince you. I highly recommend that you go if you’re in the area–you’ll benefit from talks … Continue reading
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