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Internet Monk Radio Podcast #117

Chastened evangelicals need to have a little talk; Rerunning my post-election chapel talk content. One CORRECTION: The Treasury of Daily Prayer uses the ESV. My mistake. Our sponsor is New Reformation Press. Great t-shirts, books and reformation resources. Andrew Peterson Concordia Press Treasury of Daily Prayer The Glory of the Nations: How Common Grace RedeemsContinue reading “Internet Monk Radio Podcast #117”

The Believability Meter?

http://realscoop.com/content/v/joel-olsteen-60-minutes This is extracted from the famous 60 minutes interview with Joel Osteen, where the reporter asked the questions most evangelicals ignore. Here’s the entire interview, parts 1 and 2.

iMonk 101: The Tactics of Failure: Why the Culture War Makes Sense to Spiritually Empty Evangelicals

From 2006, this is my diagnosis of why evangelicals are increasingly drawn to the culture war. It’s not, contrary to what the rhetoric wants us to believe, because we have a Jesus shaped mission to the world, caring passionately about the issues Jesus cared about. No, it’s a bit less flattering. I’m suggesting that spirituallyContinue reading “iMonk 101: The Tactics of Failure: Why the Culture War Makes Sense to Spiritually Empty Evangelicals”

Congratulations and Prayers for Our President-Elect, Barack Obama

HT to 22 Words. A wonderfully symbolic illustration. I Timothy 2:1 I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. 2 Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful andContinue reading “Congratulations and Prayers for Our President-Elect, Barack Obama”

Bob is Angry on Election Day

UPDATE: How did Jesus Fight The Culture War? UPDATE II: Why angry Bob is angry? Today being election day, and many of my evangelical friends being in somewhat of a foul mood, for reasons that, as of 12:28 p.m., are suspected and not yet clear, I found myself thinking about a fellow I’ll call Bob.Continue reading “Bob is Angry on Election Day”

Thoughts on “Hell House:” An Evangelicalism Eager To Leave

I just completed watching the documentary Hell House with a group of my advanced Bible students. It’s giving us an opportunity to ask and discuss important issues about our own experiences of Christian evangelism. Several students have participated in Hell Houses, while others find it to be offensive and disturbing. If you don’t know whatContinue reading “Thoughts on “Hell House:” An Evangelicalism Eager To Leave”

Riffs 11:03:08: Justin Taylor Models Critical Engagement With John Piper

Over the last two years, I’ve raised the issue of the need for positive, level-headed, analytical and appreciative critical engagement with the theology of John Piper. I believe such a need is pressing, particularly as more and more future pastors and ministers take in Piper without any awareness that other solid evangelicals may appreciate himContinue reading “Riffs 11:03:08: Justin Taylor Models Critical Engagement With John Piper”

Recommendation and Review by Ryan Cordle: The Blue Parakeet by Scot McKnight

Trevin Wax doesn’t like the book very much. I’d like to welcome Ryan Cordle as guest blogger today with this review of Scot McKnight’s new book. In addition to his recent graduation from Ohio Christian University and joining the faculty where I teach as an English teacher, Ryan is my son-in-law. He’s a fine writerContinue reading “Recommendation and Review by Ryan Cordle: The Blue Parakeet by Scot McKnight”

My Best Imitation of Ken and Carla (and my one gripe about Relevant Magazine)

For those of you who don’t recognize the reference in the title of this post, a little background. Ken and Carla would be the first names of two of the most famous internet watchbloggers who practice (in the case of Ken) or practiced on a previous blog (Carla) the discernment methodology known as “Guilt byContinue reading “My Best Imitation of Ken and Carla (and my one gripe about Relevant Magazine)”

Open Thread: Who are Your Write-In Candidates for President and Vice-President?

OK frustrated voters. Let’s help each other out. Who will be your “write-in” candidates for the national ticket? I’m strongly tempted to write in Al Mohler for President and Ken Silva for VP. These two guys are predictable conservatives who know everything. Right behind them: T.D. Jakes and Paula White. They can get us outContinue reading “Open Thread: Who are Your Write-In Candidates for President and Vice-President?”