We ought to rejoice in justice (Psalm 58:10) but not in death (Ezekiel 24:11). Here are a few articles of cultural commentary, that I have found helpful in wrestling with the issues. What about you? What do you think? The Death of Osama in Laden: What Kind of Justice Has Been Done? Understandably, news of […]
Blue Letter Links [Easter Edition]
For this week’s website link roundup, we wanted to highlight a few helpful articles on the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. While the links below are helpful, the most fruitful thing we could possibly do to meditate on these biblical events is to (yes, you guessed it) read the Bible itself. Take […]
FREE Resources: Passion Week
This weekend marks the celebration of two days that are extremely monumental to the Christian faith: Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday. If you’re looking for a few great study resources on either of these Christian holidays, you’ll want to check these out this week: Passover and Resurrection Celebration page at Blue Letter Bible In honor […]
Blue Letter Links [4.5.11]
And elsewhere on the internet… RELEASED: The Next Story: Life and Faith after the Digital Explosion I’ve been waiting for the release of this book, and today is the big day. I received an early copy from the publisher, and I can confidently say that it’s worth a good read. As a blogger, I see […]
Blue Letter Links [3.29.11]
Click away, friends. We found these links helpful. Panel Discussion — Rob Bell and Love Wins A conversation on Rob Bell’s new and controversial book, Love Wins, and why it’s important to have a biblical understanding on the doctrine of hell. Why did I just say that? To everything there is a season, a time […]
Elisabeth Elliot on Discipleship
Elisabeth Elliot explains that the word “disciple” simply means learner. And learning to understand the way of the Cross is difficult. It requires self-abandonment, sacrifice, and trust in the One worth learning from. As a child of twelve, she recalls reading a prayer written by Betty Scott Stam, a missionary to China. It was at […]
Blue Letter Links (on Japan) [3.16.11]
Today’s links are about the devastation in Japan. As Christians, let us remember that the gospel of Jesus Christ is still good news (the best news), even in the midst of disaster. Keep Japan in your prayers. A shocking video of the tsunami: The Problem of Evil is Everyone’s Problem The Japan tsunami inevitably raises […]
Blue Letter Links [3.8.11.]
These links are for the clicking. Boys Wrestling Girls — A Clash of Worlds and Worldviews In a statement released to the media, young Northrup said: “I have a tremendous amount of respect for Cassy and Megan and their accomplishments. However, wrestling is a combat sport and it can get violent at times. As a […]