Here are some internet articles from this past week.

Forty Days of Mourning

On this, my fortieth day of mourning my beloved, I remove the ring she put on my finger. I cried through putting her ring on, even as I cry in taking mine off.

R.C. Sproul Jr. lets us take a look into the past 40 days after the death of his wife.  This is definitely worth the time to read.

Is Your Faith Towards Christ Real?

Would you like to know whether your faith is real? Then try it by the feelings toward Christ which it produces.

Wise words from a 19th century giant, J.C. Ryle.  This short article gives us a great test to determine if our faith is real.

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Some links on the internet that you might have missed.

Grace-Motivated…Dieting?

We’re a few weeks into our new year’s resolutions. How’s that diet going?

Mike Cospers sheds some keen insight into our dieting motivations.

I’m a Little Sick to My Stomach

I just watched a video of a man who claims that he died twice on the operating table and has lived to tell about the experience.

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Here are some suggestions for your internet adventures today.

Columns from Tabletalk Magazine, January 2012

The January issue of this magazine explores various aspects about the book of Revelation.  Even if you do not have a subscription to this magazine, you can read the articles online.  Go check it out.

Credo the Magazine – “In Christ Alone” – January Issue Now Here

Another online magazine that is worth the investment of your time is Credo.  The January issue argues for the exclusivity of the gospel.  This is a vital topic in a day in which many believe believe that people will somehow make it to heaven apart from Jesus.

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Today is December 16, 2011 and these are some articles I recommend that you read.

* The Best 5 Toys of All Time

Before you click on the link, see if you can think of what they might be.  This is one of the best blog posts I have seen in some time.  Tell us what toys you would put on the list in the comments below.

*  The Story Behind the Candy Cane

In telling this story, Brad Bates insures that we will have more than a sweet taste when licking on this Christmas treat.

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I am excited to recommend these articles to you today.  Simply click on the title of the articles.  Your browser will open the article for you to read.

* The Reform of First Baptist Church of Durham

This account of God’s work in this historic church is told by the pastor, Andrew Davis.  Andy and I studied together in doctoral church history courses at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary back in the day.  I recall the first time I met Andy.  We were seated next to each other in a seminar on Martin Luther led by Dr. Marvin Anderson.  Few people do I respect as much as I do Andy.  Seldom have I been around somebody with a great combination of a scholarly mind with a deep devotion to the Lord.  I love his views on the church and the role of the pastor.  You would do well to regularly listen to his sermons at the website of First Baptist Church.

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Providing a few online destinations for fellow travelers who have stopped by this site.  I think you will find these helpful.

*  Fortress for Truth: Martin Luther

Steven Lawson provides a helpful short bio of Luther.  If you aren’t familiar with Luther, you should definitely read this article.

*  Zurich Revolutionary: Ulrich Zwingli

Steven Lawson also looks at the Swiss Reformer Zwingli.  Zwingli is my favorite historical character.  See if you like him, too.

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This is a special 9/11 edition of Concierge.

*  Ten Years Later

R.C. Sproul provides great thoughts on 9/11.

*  Prayer at Ground Zero

Michael Horton offers a sage response regarding government prayer in New York.

*  A Lesson from Marx for the SBC

Carl Trueman responds to a Southern Baptist leader who criticized the 9/11 remembrance at The National Cathedral.

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The past month has been hectic.  I transitioned from a salaried job to an on-line eBay business.  We moved into a new home.  Hopefully, I will be able to get more posts written.  Here are some things that you might find interesting.

*  The Gospel and Baptist Identity: Free Churches in a Free State

Nathan Finn presents a helpful piece on the separation of church and state.  Clearly people mean different things when they speak about this separation.  Here is what separation should be.

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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.

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I am still recovering from my heart attack.  At the same time, my wife is having some medical issues and we have some life decisions to make.  Keep us in your prayers.

Here are some internet places worth checking out.

*  All Out of Whack

Kevin DeYoung offers a great word on Christian opinions, liberty and hot-button issues.

*  Are You Smarter than Anthony Weiner?

Russell Moore takes a look at how temptation works on the mind of people who should know better.  The article is not just about Anthony Weiner and others.  It is a word for you and for me.

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