Ultimately, pride is a worship issue . We cannot think about ourselves less unless we think about something else more. The rivers of self-forgetfulness flow down from the Godward heights of worship. He is the only God (1 Tim. 1: 17) and the only Sovereign (1 Tim. 6: 15). No one can outlast God in foolish opposition because he is the King Eternal (1 Tim. 1: 17). God has opponents, but he has no rivals. He, and he alone, is worthy of all worship and praise. (Jason Meyer, Killjoys: The Seven Deadly Sins)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! Lots to look at, so make yourself cozy, and click away!

• In light of recent events regarding ISIS and mentioning the Crusades in light of that, Ligonier Ministries have uploaded Robert Godfrey’s lecture on the Crusades. Take it as a small glimpse of church history, which, by the way, will be taught in Sunday School in the next couple of weeks.
• With the unfortunate release of 50 Shades of Grey, many will decry and devalue Scripture’s view of morality in favor of immorality portrayed in the film. Denny Burk has some telling observations, and biblical clarity, in relation to this upcoming feature. Marshall Segal writes of 10 promises that are truer than any fantasy. Al Mohler gives a worldview analysis of the book, along with the cultural acceptance of this distorted view of reality.
• In light of a new book coming out from the “Theologians on the Christian Life” series focusing on the creator of “Amazing Grace,” Tony Reinke has linked to all of Pastor John Newton’s writings into one spot, free to download. Please don’t tell me I’m the only one excited about this!
• Valentine’s Day, another day to put our hope in God, not in someone else.
• This looks to be a refreshing post on what it really means to be a Proverbs 31 woman…kind of.
• Jonathan Dodson is back with another great post on evangelism, this time answering the question, “How is the gospel good news to those we evangelize?“
• In a series on biblical counseling and women’s issues, Julie Ganschow writes about the difference between “Stop It!” and biblical counseling. Very helpful to see the contrast. Don’t miss the previous posts, which are linked at the top.
• People often struggle with reading the Bible, some even calling it a “chore.” Why is that? Aaron Armstrong gives three reasons, and some helpful correctives.
• Ever wonder how to evaluate films from a Christian worldview? Well, let John Frame and Brian Godawa be your guide.
• Eric Davis at The Cripplegate wrote an article about reasons why he isn’t a Mormon. He follows that up with five reasons why he isn’t a Jehovah’s Witness.
• How can churches engage believers and unbelievers who experience same-sex attraction? Hear from those who have/still struggle with it.

That’s all for this week! Looking forward to spending time with you all this coming Sunday!

Soli Deo Gloria