Thomas Watson wrote,
A man has no time for which he is not accountable to God. If his very diversions are not governed by reason and religion he will one day suffer for the time he has spent in them.
The apostle Paul, in Ephesians 5:15-16 wrote,
Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but [...]
Archive for November, 2009
Today’s Quote from a Puritan
Posted in Quotes on November 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
5 Good Books for Pastors
Posted in 5 Good..., Books, Ministry, Pastors on November 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The learning curve for pastors, especially new ones, can be pretty steep. Good, practical advice from other men in the ministry is like a cup of cold water on a scorching day. Here are five books that have meant a lot to me as a shepherd of God’s people.
Brothers, We Are Not Professionals by John [...]
A Doxological Greeting
Posted in gratitude on November 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Praise Him all creatures here below;
Praise Him above ye heavenly host!
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! Amen.
Don’t forget to take some time today and thank the One who created you, gave you everything you have, and sustains you with blessings too numerous to count.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tips for Bible Reading – 4
Posted in Bible, reading on November 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
(This is the fourth in an occasional series.)
#4 – Have pencil and paper ready.
This tip has two benefits.
First, we can more easily remember what we’ve read if we take the time to write some things down. I don’t know how many times I’ve finished reading something and have almost no idea of what I’d read. [...]
