two links worth checking out

Here's a few things from around the web worth checking out:- Rain City Hymnal: some one sent me a link for a free download. Thanks whoever did it! This is an awesome, eclectic cd of some of my favorite hymns. I especially love "What Wondrous Love is This" and "Oh the Deep Deep Love" (sing … Continue reading two links worth checking out

Calvin: the good, the bad, the ugly

I finished Godfrey's short bio of Calvin last week before leaving for Chicago, but wanted to wrap a few thoughts on the book before thinking out loud about any others. Reading his bio was encouraging, but there was also several cautionary aspects.The good first (things that struck me as I read the bio). Though many … Continue reading Calvin: the good, the bad, the ugly

Tiller’s murder and Bonhoeffer

Al Mohler recently wrote an op-ed piece for the Chicago Tribune about the murder of Dr. Tiller. Those who would liken Tiller's murderer to the heroic efforts of Bonhoeffer should read this piece carefully (not hard, it's short). "America is not Nazi Germany. George Tiller, though bearing the blood of thousands of unborn children on … Continue reading Tiller’s murder and Bonhoeffer

Chicago Trip Review

We just got home from a 2 1/2 day trip to Chicago. It was great...and exhausting! Here's a quick review:Monday:- morning: drive to Chicago- noon: Rock N Roll McDonalds- Dan remembers he hates driving in the city!- check into Homewood suites on Grand Ave, 2 blocks off Michigan Ave.- walk across town (2.7 miles) to … Continue reading Chicago Trip Review