“Where in my life am I blurring the lines of truth? Such inward examination should not make us fearful. It is necessary as we seek to fix our eyes on Christ. We don’t keep the course of steadfast faith accidentally. It’s a costly path that requires diligence, repentance, and the Holy Spirit’s sanctifying work.” (Kristyn Getty)

by Cesar Vigil-Ruiz

Feliz Friday! Another week has come and gone, but the links will last…for a while longer. Here’s your week’s links!

• John Piper was recently interviewed by Michael Reeves for an hour concerning his newest book, A Peculiar Glory: How the Christian Scriptures Reveal Their Complete Truthfulness. Put up your feet for this one. You’re in for a real treat!
• Some people think that believing in God is like believing in Santa. Is that the case? You might be tempted to agree, but I think this is a great case of a false analogy.
• Robert Kellemen continues his series on half-biblical ministry to the suffering by emphasizing empathy in our counsel to those who hurt, and contrasting Job’s friends with this biblical model.
• In light of Heath Lambert’s new book, A Theology of Biblical Counseling, pastor and professor David Murray has been writing some critiques of the book. Robert Kellemen decided to jump in the discussion to add his thoughts (Part 2 is here). I think this will benefit anyone who reads both sides, so make sure you check Murray’s questions and Heath’s response (which Kellemen links to in his post).
• Ladies, if you’ve been looking for an older woman to mentor you in your walk with Christ, or if you’re about to mentor a younger woman, how would you foster that kind of relationship? Well, here’s 100 questions that will definitely get both older and younger off the ground and into one another’s lives. Guys, a lot of these questions are transferable, so don’t be afraid to take a look at these questions yourselves.
• Does God love you and have a wonderful plan for your life? Paul Tautges gives a biblical and pastoral response to this common claim made by many within Christian circles.
• If you have ever heard the name Francis Schaeffer, you know he taught the church much with his insights and life as a godly man. Just to give a taste, here’s 10 things you should know about Schaeffer. May you be challenged to follow his example.
• Have you ever wondered how the missionary family, whose card is on your refrigerator, is actually doing? How can we encourage them, even today? This post is a great a step in the right direction.
• Over at The Glory Books blog, Dr. Greg Harris writes of the fact that the Old Testament speaks of Jesus, and shows us where Scripture reveals it. At the Women’s Hope podcast, Jen Wilkins discusses the subject of women’s need to study the Bible, and talks about how to begin the process.
• Many in the culture believe Christians are intolerant and try to claim tolerance while denying same-sex marriage as a civil right to those who desire it. Ben Crenshaw at The Public Discourse provides a thorough response.
• Richard Mouw believes Mormons are moving towards orthodoxy. Brett Kunkle of Stand to Reason gives some compelling reasons why this isn’t the case.

That’s all for this week! Please be in prayer for Lumos, as they will be having their lock-in this weekend. And pray for Pastor Patrick as he will be away speaking at New Life Community Church’s retreat, while Chris Gee will be speaking this Sunday.

Soli Deo Gloria