From the Ligonier Blog
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R.C. Sproul's Most Influential Books
You can tell a lot about a person by the books they read and can tell even more by the books that have most influenced him. As you can imagine, Dr. Sproul has read many (many!) books in his lifetime. Here he has put together a list of just a few of the most influential books that have helped to shape his thinking and ministry. Read More February 09, 2010 at 05:38 AM | from Tim Challies
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Pilgrims (and Their Hosts)
A wise traveler adapts to the customs and languages of the host country. When we lived abroad, people never asked us about our health. It is considered rude. The day we left England, however, we were peppered with questions by an American woman who was being polite. What was rude in England was polite in Dallas. Changing theological traditions is like traveling abroad. Upon arrival, the visitor is likely to find new language and culture, that is, a new theology, ... Read More February 08, 2010 at 08:02 AM | from R. Scott Clark
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Time is the currency
This is my simple agenda to ensure I am actively and intimately involved in the lives of my children: Read, Pray, Work, Play . . . this all requires time, for time is the currency with which I purchase the right to say, "My son, my daughter, give me your heart." Read More February 07, 2010 at 08:10 PM | from Richard Phillips
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Accepting Our Helper
It was 3 a.m., Amsterdam, 1965. I couldn’t sleep. I was pacing the floor of our apartment like a caged lion. My body was more than ready for sleep, but my mind refused to shut down. I had spent that day studying the doctrine of the ascension of Christ, the climactic moment of His departure from this world. One statement of Jesus gripped my mind in a vise. The statement was part of Jesus’ farewell discourse to His disciples in ... Read More February 07, 2010 at 06:00 AM | from R.C. Sproul
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New Comprehensive Section on Justification
With an aim to analyze the merit of N.T. Wright’s claims and expose both the strengths and weaknesses of his approach, the editors of Tabletalk magazine have put together this collection of videos, audio resources, and articles to help Christians discern the errors behind the approach of N.T. Wright. You can also read the entire February issue of Tabletalk examining what N.T. Wright really said. Read More February 05, 2010 at 01:55 PM | from Karisa Schlehr
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Tilting at Scarecrows
In the past few years, the British bishop and New Testament scholar N.T. Wright has emerged as an icon of biblical theology around the world. His excellent work on the resurrection of Christ has influenced many people including his own country’s most famous philosopher and former atheist Antony Flew, who has converted to deism. Wright is also known, however, for being one of the chief architects of the so-called new perspective on Paul, in which he recasts the doctrine of ... Read More February 05, 2010 at 09:25 AM | from R.C. Sproul
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What Is True Love?
The Bible has specific things to say about our love for God, for our neighbors and for our families. At a time when society turns our focus inward, here are resources that teach us the true meaning of Biblical love. Read More February 04, 2010 at 02:35 PM | from Deborah Finnamore
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8 Reasons Why a Tabletalk Reader Thinks You Should Subscribe
Daniel Wilson from the desirespiritualgrowth.com blog has put together a great list of eight reasons why it is worth subscribing to Tabletalk. Read the List Read More February 03, 2010 at 05:19 PM | from Karisa Schlehr
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Are You Serious about Studying the Bible?
Ligonier Academy can help. If you are serious about learning more about the Christian faith, our Certificate Program offers laypeople, church leaders, and Christian educators a structured way to learn more about the Bible at your own pace, at your own level of interest, and in your own home. Sign up today by calling 1-800-435-4343. For more information, visit LigonierAcademy.org. Read More February 03, 2010 at 11:55 AM | from R. Fowler White
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The Missing Motive
I am notoriously bad at remembering anniversaries, and last year it was quite a surprise to discover that 2008 marked the fiftieth anniversary of my ordination to the Christian ministry. Not that the occasion was other than memorable. Indeed it was a very special day for many reasons. But I am bound to say that the truly unforgettable part of a moving service was one of the statutory questions put to me by the presbytery: “Are not zeal for the ... Read More February 03, 2010 at 06:00 AM | from Eric Alexander