Implications of the Sovereignty of God
Politics: The New York Times does an examination of the Bible Study leader for US president Donald Trump’s cabinet.
Theology: George Sinclair explains that God does not love unconditionally.
More Theology: This month’s Credo magazine deals with the issue of universalism (will all be saved?).
Shameless plug: The Church-planting ministry of my local church will have a booth at next year’s T4G conference in Louisville.
Iran: Pray for Iran as they go through some of the worst political violence in 40 years.
Theology: J.D. Greear reflects on how God saves us for His glory.
Blogging: Tim Challies meditates on the continued value of Christian blogging. Maybe I should write real blogs.
Christian Practice: GetReligion draws attention to the way Religious practice can be misunderstood publicly.
History: Screwtape reflects on the life of C.S. Lewis on the occasion of the latter’s birth.
Discipleship: Paul Carter writes on the needs of good spiritual habits.
Politics and Religious Freedom: John Stackhouse reflects own a recent Cardus poll concerning the religious beliefs of Canadian Party leaders. A little disturbing for those of us who believe in freedom of religion.
Nostalgia: Xfinity releases a commercial with ET – Nostalgiarigfic:
Law: The American Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) shows application beyond helping Hobby Lobby avoid contraceptive mandates.
Technology and Farming: An old WWII bunker in London enters a phase of life as an underground vegetable farm.
Technology and Frustration: Seems Elon Musk’s reveal of the new Tesla truck didn’t quite go as planned.
Christian Leadership: Can a fallen Christian leader be restored? Don Carson thinks it through.
Sunday Worship: An interesting quote from D.A. Carson
Family Conflict: Joe Carter gives some thoughts on how to deal with family conflict during the holiday season.
Thanksgiving: Jon Bloom examines the Christian value in giving thanks.
World Leaders: the CBC does an in-depth report on Chinese president Xi Jinping
Repression: In the meantime, the AP reports on the terrifying tactics of the Chinese government in dealing with even nominal Muslims:
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