To pray “Thy will be done” means more than “Thy will be endured.” It is more than a promise that we will grit our teeth and bear whatever his providence dictates. It will involve endurance, to be sure, but it must involve more than that. It must also involve submission and commission.See AlsoThe Prosperity Gospel We Sometimes All Believe InHave You Ever Tried Praying Poetically?A Nursery for Heaven
Read More
A La Carte: The age of the algorithm / Why we become prayerless / The king prays with the pope / Hollywood’s misstep on men’s mental health / Glory in getting old / A huge Kindle sale / and more.See AlsoA La Carte (October 2)A La Carte (August 6)A La Carte (August 1)
Read More
A well-known pastor was once asked whether he was offended that a new church near his had taken on the same name. “Are you offended that they are also calling themselves Grace Church?” “No,” he replied. Then said something like, “I’m not bothered that they are calling themselves ‘Grace.’ I’m bothered that they are calling themselves a church!See AlsoHow Do You Know If God Is Calling You?Free Stuff Fridays (RFPA)Why I Believe in Church Membership
Read More
A La Carte: Goodbye “Big Eva” / Why pop culture feels blah / When people leave our churches / Digital hirelings / Premil pretrib / Kindle deals / and more.See AlsoWeekend A La Carte (October 4)A La Carte (June 27)Weekend A La Carte (October 12)
Read More
It was while the great reformer Martin Luther was studying the book of Romans that he rediscovered the doctrine of justification by faith alone. Today Ligonier Ministries is offering R.C. Sproul’s commentary on Romans as a free ebook for Challies readers. Download your copy to enjoy a verse-by-verse exploration of the rich gospel truths woven throughout Paul’s letter. In addition, ten Challies’ Free Friday winners will receive The Power of the Gospel, a daily devotional that lets you spend a year in Romans with R.C. Sproul as your guide. #SponsoredSee AlsoFree Stuff Fridays (Ligonier)Free Stuff Fridays (Ligonier Ministries)Free Stuff Fridays (Ligonier Ministries)
Read More