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“A very little key will open a very heavy door” (Charles Dickens, Hunted Down)
Tips for reading your Bible
The CS Lewis Institute published a sermon by Charles Spurgeon about getting the most out of reading one's Bible. It's directed to Christian ministers but can apply to any Christian.Main point: "They [Christian ministers] must read much if they are to be profitable to...
Why Coach Chris Peterson left college football at the top of his game
The Anthony De Mello parable is reminiscent of the story of Jesus's disciples who were squabbling for a place of honor in heaven. Even Mama got involved. We each have a calling we easily forget if we get caught up in the thorns and thistles of life.If you ever...
Steve Jobs, problem-solving, and innovative thinking
Via Business Insider: "Steve would walk in the door and say, 'Alright, what's going on?'" Rosen said. "Somebody in the room would say we're trying to figure this out, maybe go to a whiteboard, and say we couldn't figure out what to do." Jobs had a talent for...
Steve Jobs, problem-solving, and innovative thinking
Via Business Insider: "Steve would walk in the door and say, 'Alright, what's going on?'" Rosen said. "Somebody in the room would say we're trying to figure this out, maybe go to a whiteboard, and say we couldn't figure out what to do." Jobs had a talent for...
Shakespeare influenced by Montaigne
Via Arts and Letters Daily and The Weekly Standard: Stephen Greenblatt and Peter G. Platt argue that Montaigne had a clear influence on William Shakespeare, a connection that affirms Montaigne’s intellect and standing within the Western canon. Click the link to see...
Shakespeare influenced by Montaigne
Via Arts and Letters Daily and The Weekly Standard: Stephen Greenblatt and Peter G. Platt argue that Montaigne had a clear influence on William Shakespeare, a connection that affirms Montaigne’s intellect and standing within the Western canon. Click the link to see...
What is Contextualization? Presenting the Gospel in Culturally Relevant Ways
Via Christianity Today: What is Contextualization? Presenting the Gospel in Culturally Relevant Ways.Key statement: "Contextualization involves an attempt to present the Gospel in a culturally relevant way."Points:"We use the term ‘culture’ to refer to the common...
What is Contextualization? Presenting the Gospel in Culturally Relevant Ways
Via Christianity Today: What is Contextualization? Presenting the Gospel in Culturally Relevant Ways.Key statement: "Contextualization involves an attempt to present the Gospel in a culturally relevant way."Points:"We use the term ‘culture’ to refer to the common...