Ephesians 4:11 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; [NASB] Facing the unique challenges of ministry in the church, a pastor, […]
Books for Biblical Expositors
I’m getting back into full-time pastor mode. It sure is fun. It’s a privilege. It’s also a great burden — in a good sort of way. Part of this full-time thing is preaching and teaching more than what I’ve been doing over the past few years. Along with the increased teaching comes the need for […]
Christian biography
One of the things I’d like to do better in 2003 is read more, quite a bit more. I’ve been considering making a larger part of my reading, than has been customary, Christian biography. While poking around a bit today at DesirngGod.org I came across the Biography section where John Piper has shared from years […]
Biblical counseling training
Dr. Jay Adams, well known pastor, author and Biblical counselor, has created the Institute for Nouthetic Studies a Biblical counseling training center. What’s unique about this endeavor is the fact that all the training will be available by distance learning on video tape. Fees are very reasonable for the 200 hours of training they plan […]
Why government opposes home school
Good article on “the real reason the state opposes homeschooling.”
Happy Birthday, Kristi
It’s a beautiful day for a special girl’s birthday today. The ground here in Michigan has a gentle covering of snow and it is showing the earliest signs of winter. Kristi is my favorite daughter. She’s also my only daughter. Kristi always has a sunny smile and always has a way of getting a smile […]