“God is in his Word. He is in it not only when the Bible is read, but also when it is truly preached, or witnessed to, or reflected on in the mind; we meet him in it, and so his Word brings both knowledge and fellowship.” (Broughton Knox, The Everlasting God)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! Thanksgiving has come and gone, but giving thanks to God is a daily joy and responsibility! I pray these links will continue to point you to thank God for all He has done. With that said, here are this week’s links!

• Earlier this week was the anniversary of the death of C.S. Lewis. If you don’t know much about him, here’s at least nine things you should know. David Mathis at Desiring God writes some reflections on the influence he had on him, which is a good place to get a taste of Lewis’ writing.
• With Thanksgiving Day having come and gone, there’s still some articles worth spending time on. First, Pastor Eric Davis shares memories with his grandfather, including an opportunity to share the gospel with him. Second, Kevin DeYoung gives a short meditation on thankfulness that extends past Thanksgiving.   Third, R.C. Sproul offers a two-part message on Thanksgiving for all to enjoy. Lastly, here is a great article to share with believer and non-believer alike: give thanks!
• Professor and Christian philosopher James Anderson recently gave a talk on how to address the issue of transgender biblically, giving eight theses to build his case. This is definitely worth giving time and attention, for the sake of loving people.
• Pastor and biblical counselor Paul Tautges offers us his notes on how to have a quiet time with God. If you have no idea how to start, or need a refresher, this will point you in the right direction!
• Philosopher and homeschool mom Lydia McGrew writes of some of the current issues taking place within evangelicalism: IVCF vs. SBL, and the recent ETS meeting concerning four resolutions passed last year in response to the Obergefell ruling.
• Justin Taylor seeks to think through the logic of abortion rights, which turns out to be quite informative. Whether pro-life or pro-choice, this will be a great push forward in dialoging with one another. Lives truly are at stake.
• Why do kids who profess to be Christians later abandon the faith? Tim Challies discusses four reasons and possible solutions for parents and youth workers to consider. May we all seek to be faithful to faithfully point the next generation to Christ by teaching and example.
• New Testament professor Thomas Schreiner explains commonly misunderstood phrases in Scripture: faith as a mustard seed, and faith that moves mountains. What do they mean, and can we actually move mountains by our faith? Schreiner is very helpful here in dealing with this.
• How can we encourage one another, in season and out of season? Dane Ortlund provides some much-needed encouragement for us (see what I did there?).

That’s all for this week! Don’t forget that this Sunday is the first Sunday of Advent, so make sure you prepare to anticipate our celebration of Christ coming to earth! See you all then!

Soli Deo Gloria