Author: Tim Challies

Short of Glory

Every word of the Bible matters. “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.” The entire word of God is “living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow.” Its every part discerns “the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Every chapter and every verse serves a God-given purpose. That’s not to say, though, that …

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A La Carte (August 4)

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you today. Westminster Books is offering a sale on a great series that answers big questions for teens. This month ONE Audiobooks is offering free access to Paul Washer’s The Preeminent Christ. Today’s Kindle deals include a few books that may be of interest. Shepherding Children through Exposure to Pornography This sadly necessary article at CCEF will help you shepherd children through exposure to pornography. Membership at Metropolitan Tabernacle: Church Polity with …

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A La Carte (August 3)

Truth for Life (Alistair Begg) is featuring Seasons of Sorrow this month. You can purchase it for just $7 or get it free with a donation of any amount. It has never been easier to get a copy to read for yourself or to give away. Logos users will want to take a look at this back-to-school sale as well as this month’s free and nearly free books. You’ll also find lots of good discounts on books from Baker Publishing. …

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What Grows in the Local Church

Many years ago I visited a store that featured a display of freshwater planted aquariums, and I immediately became enamored with them. I was entranced by the lushness of the plants that can grow underwater and by the symbiotic relationship of the aquatic flora and fauna. I had to have one. Eventually, I found a good-sized used tank that was reasonably priced. I installed all the hardware, put down the substrate, filled it with properly-treated water, and added the first …

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A La Carte (August 2)

May the Lord be with you and bless you today. Today’s Kindle deals include a couple of titles worth a look. The Hidden Glory of the Unengaged This article encourages us to look for and celebrate the hidden glory of those who have not yet been engaged with the gospel. “We live in an age when the Church of Christ continues to advance steadily, bringing gospel light to even the hardest-to-reach people groups on the planet – although thousands of …

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