Saturday Links
Podcast: I enjoyed talking to Kevin Vanhoozer about the role of theology in discipleship on the Gospel for Life podcast.
Curated links for your weekend reading:
The Danger of Being Driven By “Distant Drama”
Let’s not be so consumed with “distant dramas” that we fail to “look local,” and then lose sight of the fields of service where we can actually make a difference.
How Not to Debate Ideas in the Public Square
Here are eight bad ideas when it comes to communicating our ideas in public.
A Part of Me Died When I Became a Pastor
I’m holding back dozens of other thoughts and opinions that I wish I could share. It’s the part of me I had to bury.
If I have the Bible, why do I need anything else? Many serious, well-intentioned Christians have asked this question out of suspicion toward “man-made” creeds and confessions.
Preparing for the Stewardship of Persecution
When we are called to the stewardship of persecution it matters how we respond.
Post the Strongest Soldiers at the Weakest Gate
The greatest part of our striving for holiness should be right where the attack is strong and the defense is weak.
If you’re simply speeding things up because you are in a hurry to get through it, it might be better to not do it at all.
My column this week at The Gospel Coalition Canada: The Conflict Trap
In a period of high conflict, let’s avoid becoming part of the problem.
