Our pursuit of knowledge ought to be motivated by love for those whom it might benefit, whether inside or outside of the church, living or not yet born. It ought also to be marked by love. The manner in which we treat those with whom we engage in our intellectual work—our classmates, our colleagues, those whom we study, those with whom we debate—ought to reflect the selfless love of the triune God. (Derek Halvorson)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! Short and sweet, so have at it!

• Though I haven’t written about him in awhile, a lot has happened since David Daleiden posted videos exposing the character of some of the top leaders of Planned Parenthood. Randy Alcorn gives a small update. Please be in prayer for him.
• In a recent Ask Pastor John podcast, John Piper discusses the issue of Target’s new transgender bathroom policy. Make sure you take a listen to this. Also having a compassionate approach would be a great addition to having a winsome apologetic in this culture.
• Fred Butler contends that many who are in the classical apologetics camps misuse Scripture regularly, and shows how they do this with a number of passages that are regularly cited when discussing apologetic method. This will be a helpful corrective in service to the church.
• How much is the Church responsible for our corrupt culture? Dr. James Benecke provides a response that needs to be heard (or read, in this case).
• Tim Challies writes about why he is not an atheist. That should be enough to pique your interest.
• In case you missed the Truth in Love podcast, ACBC posted a transcript of an interview between Heath Lambert and David Powlison on having a biblical response to panic. There is much wisdom to glean from these two. So glean!
• Al Mohler predicted that court-ordered same-sex marriage cannot deliver on its promises. Professor David Murray agrees, providing support from professor Jason Hill, who identifies as gay.
• What is the prayer of faith, and how is it demonstrated in the life of a believer? Sinclair Ferguson writes a simple answer that has dramatic ramifications. You may never look at prayer the same way again.

That’s all for this week! Please be in prayer for the Czech Missions Team from LBCLA as they will be giving a presentation and a lunch fundraiser on Sunday! See you then!

Soli Deo Gloria