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Judge Pressler Needs to Get Out More Often

January 18, 2012 in Politics, SBC with 0 Comments

Associated Baptist Press – Pressler denies Santorum endorsement was rigged.

I know the ABP article is about Christians and politics, but my comments here do not concern the political sphere. Those more politically minded might have something to say either pro or con related to the meeting of religious conservatives in Texas. It took until the end of the article for me to do a double take at what I was reading.

Here I am, a person who spent 25 years in elective office — always elected as a Democrat — and for the first time in my life I don’t know one single person that supports the Democratic Party and Obama,” Pressler said.

“I personally believe that this group is destroying the nation economically and morally, and if it is allowed to continue we have a very bleak future as a country.” Pressler said of the current administration. “I travel a great deal and I see what’s going on in the world, and I shudder to think what is coming to America if we don’t stop this right now.

Matt Chandler – God is for God

January 17, 2012 in Sermons with 1 Comment

Former Mayor Abuses the Bible to Oppose Church

January 16, 2012 in Politics with 0 Comments

Ex-Boynton Beach mayor opposes megachurch moving to mall.

Behind our house is the Boynton Beach Mall. The sign for Sears illuminates our back yard with only a canal separating the mall and our yard. Recently Dillards closed one of the anchor stores and it sat empty through the holiday shopping season.

Christ Fellowship is a multi-site church in our county. That church has offered to rent the space for a satellite gathering. This idea does not sit well with the former mayor of Boynton Beach Jerry Taylor.

This is the commercial that ran during the NFL playoff game between the Denver Broncos and New England Patriots. It was put out by Focus on the Family.

John 3:16 Commercial

January 15, 2012 in Culture with 0 Comments

Concierge #12

January 15, 2012 in Concierge with 1 Comment

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.

Jaunt #4

January 14, 2012 in Jaunt with 0 Comments

2012 is off to a great start. I have just about lost all of the weight I put on from the holidays. Outside of that most of what has been great has been internal. My joy in the Lord has definitely been on the upswing. I find myself delighting in the amazing person and things of our great God. This has led to my mind swirling with new ideas as I reflect on the eternal truths that are being awakened in my soul.

* Last night I took a break from my eBay work and watched a live stream of Matt Chandler preaching at Elevation Church in Charlotte, NC. I found myself swelling with emotion. God is really using Matt to clearly communicate some amazing truth. I could hardly keep us as my mind was racing about these great things. In summary, Chandler made it clear that while God and the Bible may be for us, the primary focus is on the glory of God’s name.

Two Lawyers Debate The Lord’s Prayer (Not Very Well)

January 13, 2012 in Politics with 0 Comments

In Wilmington, Delaware a court case is taking place in which four citizens of Sussex County are asking the that the county council refrain from the 41 year practice of council members beginning sessions by citing The Lord’s Prayer.

In this article I am not debating the merits of either side of the case. Instead I am focusing on the comments of the attorneys from both sides as they relate to this biblical prayer.

It is apparent that neither of the attorneys involved is learned in biblical studies. While it may be too much to hope that lawyers have a theological grounding, one would think that they would study the text they are debating. Sadly, their comments do not give any indication that they did so.

52 Lessons from 52 Years

January 12, 2012 in Christian Life with 5 Comments

Yesterday was my 52nd birthday. As I told others – I am finally playing with a full deck. I spent a good part of the day thinking and reflecting. In no particular order and with no elaboration, here is a list of 52 lessons I have learned along the way.

1. Nothing satisfies like Jesus.

2. Relationships matter so much more than profits.

3. A happy greeting from a grandchild warms the soul.

4. Sin did cost much more than I wanted to pay.

5. I can genuinely love people with whom I disagree.

6. Sports is a good outlet but a terrible master.

7. A good wife is good to find.

Free Audiobook: Knowing God by J.I. Packer

January 11, 2012 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments

Free Audiobook: Knowing God by J.I. Packer

This offer is valid for the month of January, 2012. Click on the link above to be directed to the download page on christianaudio.com.

You most certainly will want to get your copy of this classic work. Once you go through this audiobook, you will most certainly have a better grasp and knowledge of God. This is not a stuffy theology book. I recommend it for anybody and everybody.

If you would like to read rather than listen, you can get a new hardback edition either from Monergism Books ($17.80) or from Amazon ($17.82). Other discounts and versions (paperback, Kindle, etc) are available.