I enjoy writing. I like words, and I like sentences. I even appreciate grammar. But none of that means I will produce good writing. Good writing is just plain difficult to do. The other day I was re-reading my favorite pure prose writer, Annie … [Read more...] about Encouragement for Writers
Archives for April 2012
Commending John Stott
I have been on a John Stott kick lately. It started with The Living Church: Convictions of a Lifelong Pastor and then moved to The Cross of Christ. I have since picked up Stott's commentaries The Message of Romans: God's Good News for the … [Read more...] about Commending John Stott
Preaching Versus Teaching
My buddies and I recently had a lively discussion about the difference between preaching and teaching. We all recognized a general distinction between the two, but we disagreed as to how formal that distinction is in the Bible. I did a quick word … [Read more...] about Preaching Versus Teaching
Resurrection Dunk
My friend was supposedly an incredible basketball player, but I was having no trouble keeping up with him in a one-on-one game, and I was starting to question his ability. Then he made a move that changed my mind. He made a move so astounding I knew … [Read more...] about Resurrection Dunk
Echoes of Eden: Recreation
No matter how busy the day, no matter how tired I feel, I always want recreation. I rarely ever just want sleep. In fact, the busier and more stressful the day, the more I want to recreate. I will stay up late watching a football game, or I will … [Read more...] about Echoes of Eden: Recreation
Defining Faith
Faith has become a funny word, full of misunderstanding and confusion. But the concept of saving faith is actually a very familiar one. James Montgomery Boice clarifies faith this way: "Faith is the means, not the source, of justification. Faith … [Read more...] about Defining Faith