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An Abortion Conversation

In excellent article about abortion, Greg Koukl imagines a very helpful conversation between a pro-life person and pr0-choice person. “The government shouldn’t tell me what I can do with my own body.” “Should the government be allowed to control your body concerning … Continue reading

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The Saturday Post(s)

Is It Sinful for Unmarried Folk to Make Out? We know the world says it’s ok, but does the Scripture? A note: if you don’t like what is said, make sure you have biblical reasons why. Also, take time to read … Continue reading

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Three Powerful Ways to Pastor Your Children

Two days ago I spoke of three bad strategies I see parents take in shepherding their children. Today, I’d like to talk about three simple, but powerful, ways I have seen parents work to shepherd their children. As with most of life’s best practices, … Continue reading

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What If My Bible Reading Doesn’t Affect Me?

I don’t know if you have had this experience or not, but there have been times in my life where I was somewhat underwhelmed by what I was gaining from my own personal Bible study. I would think, “Although I … Continue reading

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How Not to Spiritually Shepherd Your Children

As a youth pastor, I have seen a wide spectrum of parents and their unique parenting strategies. Some have been good. Some have been bad. Some have been down right ugly. Although I don’t have any kids of my own and, therefore, have no … Continue reading

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How to Slow Down Your Speeding Heart (Three Ways to Prepare for Prayer)

You’ve probably felt it like I have. You sit down with Bible in hand; cup of steaming hot coffee to your right. The pen is ready and maybe there’s even a journal close by. Everything is in place for you … Continue reading

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The Saturday Post(s)

What Kind of Blessing? Don’t miss this short one. Kevin DeYoung asks us what kind of blessings are we looking for and warns of following the world’s beatitudes instead of Christ’s. Ladies, Know Your Role. “One of the reasons many wives struggle … Continue reading

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The Most Terrifying Picture in All the Bible

Have you ever met anybody who champions Jesus as the model of perfect love who never gets angry at anything or anyone? You know, a Jesus that is all mercy and no wrath? Martyn Lloyd-Jones reminds us well of one scene … Continue reading

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My One Goal Every Morning

George Mueller (1805–1898) is remembered for his massive ministry to orphans in England over a century ago. John Piper does an excellent biographical sketch of his life here. In listening to his sketch, I will always remember this quote from … Continue reading

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Twelve Reasons to Go to Church

A lot of Christians don’t know quite what to do with the church. Some say they are better off not going to church. Others think the church is an option for Christians if they want. Few would be as bold to … Continue reading

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