I will be returning to the workplace this coming week. Being hospitalized was not the plan I had for getting a break, but things not in my plans have been frequent of late. Suzie will be having surgery the day after I return to work. She will get her unplanned break from work. During this time I have had time to spend with the Lord, and that is always good. Suzie and I have had time to be with each other, and that is good.
* Expecting the Trials of Life
This quote from the works of J.C. Ryle was very timely and helpful for me. I hope it is for you, too.
* SBC May be Smaller – and Better
If you are a Southern Baptist, you will want to read this article from my pastor. Jimmy Scroggins has some insightful words in the wake of the annual gathering in Phoenix.
* Immigration and the Gospel
I really appreciate this article by Russ Moore. He graciously takes on one of the hot-button issues of our culture.
* P2P Archives: Pleasant or Bitter?
Looking beyond or current situation may help us avoid bitterness.
* Book Recommendation
Saved without a Doubt: Being Sure of Your Salvation (John Macarthur Study)
* Video: John Wall Sorta Throws 1st Pitch
This should put a pause on the line that NBA players are the best athletes in the world.
When the church is absolutely different from the world, she invariably attracts it. It is then that the world is made to listen to her message, though it may hate it at first.
–Martyn Lloyd-Jones
