Author: Tim Challies

The Preaching Class with John Piper

The Preaching Class with John Piper

Posted by | Oct 4, 2021 | |

Preaching is a miracle. Faithful sermons are far more than explanations of a biblical text; they are celebrations of biblical realities. In ‘The Preaching Class,’ now available free online, John Piper distills lessons from more than three decades in the pulpit. In this introduction, below, Pastor John invites preachers and listeners to join him in his series of short videos on preaching. Throughout the series, Pastor John distills lessons from his 33 years in the pulpit and 10 years in …

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My Own Little Paradise in an Ocean of Ugliness

My Own Little Paradise in an Ocean of Ugliness

Posted by | Oct 4, 2021 | |

There are few things I love more than a good sunrise. There are few things I love more than waking up before dawn, driving to one of the parks or beaches along the shores of Lake Ontario, and watching the sun rise over the waters. Some of the richest and most beautiful displays of God’s artistry are painted across the sky in those few moments just before and just after the sun rises beyond the far horizon. It never fails …

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A La Carte (October 4)

A La Carte (October 4)

Posted by | Oct 4, 2021 | |

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I added a few Kindle deals on Sunday night and will look for more on Monday morning. (Yesterday on the blog: When Blooming Youth Is Snatched Away) Should I Look for a Better Job? “How do you know when to take another job? I’ve been at my current workplace for two years. Everything is fine here, but I think I could push myself harder and learn …

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When Blooming Youth Is Snatched Away

When Blooming Youth Is Snatched Away

Posted by | Oct 3, 2021 | |

Anne Steele knew suffering and sorrow. She also knew rhyme, meter, and sound doctrine. In this poem, titled “At the Funeral of a Young Person,” she puts all on full display and so powerfully directs mourners to ensure they do not miss the opportunity to consider the state of their own souls. When blooming youth is snatched away By death’s resistless hand, Our hearts the mournful tribute pay Which pity must demand. While pity prompts the rising sigh, O may …

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Weekend A La Carte (October 2)

Weekend A La Carte (October 2)

Posted by | Oct 2, 2021 | |

May you know the Lord’s rich blessings as you prepare to worship him this weekend. Logos users will want to look at this month’s free and nearly free books. (Yesterday on the blog: Responding Wisely to Domestic Abuse in Your Church) Stream the Luther Documentary for Free Throughout October you can stream the excellent Luther documentary for free courtesy of Ligonier Ministries. They’ve also got a study guide to go with it. Escaping the Clever “Kafka Trap” “The secular world clearly …

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