Carolyn and I walked at sunrise today. We didn’t actually see the sunrise. What we did enjoy seeing was the first snow of the season. It was sticking to the trees and anything else that … North Country Note – November 11, 2011Read more
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North Country Note – November 4, 2011
It’s been a beautiful week here in northern Michigan. Carolyn walks for an hour almost every day and I took the opportunity to join her on three mornings this week. Some days were overcast. Today … North Country Note – November 4, 2011Read more
Kevin’s North Country Notes
Some of you may remember when I wrote my weekly “North Country Notes”. That was a few years ago. Well, I’m bringing them back, but they’re going to be different. I’ve decided to share with … Kevin’s North Country NotesRead more
Just in case I call you to preach for me this Sunday
This is a great video — makes me want to buy the book, but I think I’ll wait for the kindle version. Now, mind you, I’ve never had this problem. You believe me right? I … Just in case I call you to preach for me this SundayRead more
Three who stayed for God’s Glory
Mark Dever points to three men who stayed in their churches long term: Staying for the Glory of God: The Sibbes, Simeon and Stott Model. We all need up to and follow examples of faithful … Three who stayed for God’s GloryRead more
Slow readers take heart
And take the good advice of John Starke: Advice for Slow Readers We slow readers need all the encouragement and help we can get.
Biblical thinking on the death of Osama bin Laden
I turned on the news just before heading to bed Sunday night to discover the finding and killing of Osama bin Laden the talk of every news source. While watching the news coverage and seeing … Biblical thinking on the death of Osama bin LadenRead more
Why all the chatter about Love Wins?
Why all the chatter about Love Wins? When Rob Bell’s videos promoting his new book hit the internet a couple of weeks ago there was a huge reaction from the evangelical community and for good … Why all the chatter about Love Wins?Read more
Is it harsh to speak of hell?
With the recent controversy over Rob Bell’s forthcoming book, Love Wins, and his apparent attempt to redefine hell (read Tim Challies’ review) here’s a worthwhile quote from J.C. Ryle I came upon while studying John … Is it harsh to speak of hell?Read more
5 Ways to Pray Without Ceasing
1 Thessalonians 5:17 challenges believers to pray without ceasing. Ever wondered how that’s possible? Pastor and author Dr. John Barnett challenges in a message entitled, Talking to God ALL the Time that “if the Word … 5 Ways to Pray Without CeasingRead more
The deep ditch of legalism
Phil Johnson posts a challenging article on legalism noting that: When it comes to the question of spiritual duties, where Scripture stops speaking, we should, too. He concludes by saying: If we add rules that … The deep ditch of legalismRead more