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My Motto, Evaporating Empathy, History,& Wounds (“Of Interest” Ep. 12)
This week, I talk about my weird personal motto, share an interesting article about the evaporation of empathy, an interesting resource to teach you a little bit about church history, and then we’ll be continuing our interesting study of John Bunyan’s classic, Pilgrims Progress by exploring how Bunyan’s suffering taught him that being a…
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How the Devil Tricks People Into Sinning – Romans 6:22-23 (“Sunday Study” Ep. 2)
This week we’re going to do something a little different. Yes, I’m aware that I’ve only done this once and that last week I told you that we’d be going through the gospel of John, but that was before I came across this amazing clip from a John Piper sermon that I really want…
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Fake Greetings, Hell, the ESV, & Fruitful Suffering (“Of Interest” Podcast Ep. 10)
This week, I’m sharing an interesting article about Hell, an interesting resource for getting a free study bible, and then we’ll be continuing our interesting study of John Bunyan’s classic, Pilgrims Progress. Interesting Links: Article: www.crossway.org/articles/5-myths-about-hell/ Resource: www.esv.org Study: https://www.desiringgod.org/books/the-pilgrims-progress Support Link: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=7XJFMCJKESBEG&source=url Al’s 3D Printer: www.als3dprinter.ca
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Fear or Fear? – “Of Interest” Podcast Episode 4
New episode of my “Of Interest” Podcast where I share an interesting article, an interesting resource, and we do an interesting study on Pilgrim’s Progress! Interesting Links: Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/forgiveness-fear/ Resource: https://www.desiringgod.org/labs Study: https://www.desiringgod.org/books/the-pilgrims-progress
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A New Podcast! “Of Interest”: Episode 1
I’m super excited to announce the launch of my newest podcast: “Of Interest”. There are three parts: An Interesting Article, An Interesting Resource, and An Interesting Study. I know that sounds “educational”, but it’s actually personal, fun, interesting, helpful and short! Please consider giving it a listen and letting me know what you think…
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God the Provider (HC:LD10)
I’m consistently amazed how we can start studying something months ago, using commentaries written over a hundred years ago, studying a catechism written 450 years ago, based on scriptures written thousands of years ago – and how they all speak directly to our needs for today. Truly, our Lord, His Holy Spirit and…
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Resources for Every Stage of the Christian Life (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 93)
We do a data dump of the best resources for every stage of the Christian life. Whether you are a new believer, have some years in the church, or are a longtime elder, you’ll find something to challenge you! Podcast Audio: The Resources: Pilgrim Theology – Michael Horton ESV Study Bible NIV Life Application Study…
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What R U Reading L8ly #3 (Carnivore Theology: Ep. 61)
Books, books, books! The CT guys LOVE books and we think you should too! Today we talk about what’s on our desks and bedside tables. Podcast Audio: Behind the Scenes Video: Here’s the List: East of Eden – John Steinbeck Institutes of The Christian Religion – John Calvin (Beveridge – Older/Free) (Lane – Newer) The Spirit…
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Are Christians Allowed to have Fun? (Entertainment, Indulgence and Christian Hedonism) (Carnivore Theology: Ep 38)
The 38th episode of “Carnivore Theology”. Are Christians Allowed to Have Fun? It is difficult in the North American life style, to find a balance between work and play, especially when the world is telling us that he who dies with the most toys wins. On the other hand, because of modern conveniences, many people have more free time…
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Church Attendance: Getting the Most out of Sunday Service (Part 2) – The Four Core Christian Disciplines
Sunday morning isn’t the sum of the Christian faith experience, but it can be a conduit, a beginning to it, if we take the time and effort to prepare ourselves and be ready for what God wants for us for each Sunday morning. I spent some time yesterday going through the first five ways…
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Church Attendance: Getting The Most out of Sunday Service (Part 1) – The Four Core Christian Disciplines
Attending Church is one of the Four Core Christian Disciplines, but some believers are not in the habit of attending church on a consistent basis — or, hop from church to church seeking to find the perfect place to “get fed”. Being around other believer is an important and complex endeavour. We come to…
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Equipping Yourself To Defend the Unborn
I want to start by welcoming all the new subscribers! If you didn’t receive your free e-book, contact me. Second, I want to apologize for the error I made yesterday that accidentally sent a message to everyone I have ever emailed in my entire life! I am very sorry and I’ve been working hard…
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Why I am Reformed
The above video spurred me to write this entry. It touched me deeply and reminded me of who God is creating me to be, where I have come from, and why I do what I do the way I do it. It is beautifully shot, and powerfully narrated by John Calvin. I encourage you…
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Male Eldership
There’s some confusion among Christians regarding male Eldership and the role of women in the church. This is a concern to me because it can easily become a divisive topic if it’s not clearly communicated and carefully (and humbly) studied. I want everyone to understand what God says about the different roles of…