Yesterday I finished up chapter 3 of Horton's book Christless Christianity. The chapter, "Smooth talking and Christless Christianity", is a detailed expose/refutation of Joel Osteen's theology - if you can really call it that. It wasn't what I expected when I picked up the book, but it was a good reminder of how unbiblical, pervasive, … Continue reading Osteen’s Alternative Gospel
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When I Hate Michael Horton
Ok, I don't hate the guy. In fact, I love him and love what he writes. It is, however, hard to swallow sometimes - you just don't want it to be true. But it probably is (he's kinda like David Wells that way). Yesterday I started his newest book Christless Christianity: The Alternative Gospel of … Continue reading When I Hate Michael Horton
Simple Small Groups
Last night I finished up a short book called Simple Small Groups: A User-Friendly Guide for Small Group Leaders by Bill Search. It had been a while since I had read any small group material and these type of books don't usually make for the most engaging reading, but I really liked it. This book … Continue reading Simple Small Groups
Calvin on Worship
I cringe anytime someone calls me a disciple of ___________ (it's been filled in with people like Piper, Edwards, Calvin, DA Carson, etc.). I have learned a great deal from each of these men, one in person and three through their writings. They are among my hero's. And I disagree with them all on some … Continue reading Calvin on Worship
Should we wish for/Pray for the failure of some?
The article "Jindal defends those who want Obama to fail" on CNN's website got me to thinking. Gov. Bobby Jindal (R) of Louisiana commented, "It's OK for Republicans to want President Obama to fail if they think he's jeopardizing the country...My answer to the question is very simple: 'Do you want the president to fail?' … Continue reading Should we wish for/Pray for the failure of some?
God Entranced 