Saturday Links
Curated links for your weekend reading:
Overcoming Disagreement For God’s Glory
Christ is glorified when we value him, his cause, and his people more than we value our own plans.
I can think of at least five ways in which criticism is a blessing.
The Blessing of Plural Eldership
Here are a number of reasons a good eldership is a blessing.
But I’ve Never Been Discipled!
Whether or not you’ve experienced an ideal mentoring relationship, ask yourself: Whom will I disciple? Whom will I invite into deeper friendship with Jesus? I suspect it will be your greatest accomplishment and joy.
COVID-19 and the Power of a Pastor’s Phone
Let’s not undervalue the power of a pastoral visit and the impact when a shepherd picks up the phone to check on the sheep.
Survey: Majority of American Christians Don’t Believe the Gospel
A new survey finds that a majority of people who describe themselves as Christian accept a “works-oriented” means to God’s acceptance.
In Defense of Premodern Exegesis
In my experience, premodern exegesis enables evangelicals to stay tethered to the biblical text, while also rigorously mining the depths of Scripture’s divine inspiration and canonical unity.
Including “Is ‘Online Church’ Really Church?” and more
My column this week at The Gospel Coalition Canada: Emmylou Harris on Backup
The call to all of us is to step out of the spotlight and serve others, loving them and looking after their interests first, even at the expense of our own.
