The Quantity and the Quality of God’s Provision
The Bible is full of stories of the provision of God. God provides sons, food, deliverance, hope, and money. Take, for example, the story of Elijah and the widow of…
Read MoreHumility : Thinking of Yourself Less
CS Lewis was a quote machine. Here’s one of my favorites: “Humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less.” It draws a line in the sand…
Read MoreJohn Piper’s Letter to a Little Girl Wondering About Those Who Haven’t Heard the Gospel
Dear [Sarah], You asked what happens to people who live far away from the gospel and have never heard about Jesus and die without faith in him. Here is what…
Read MoreAre You Tired of Getting Things for Me Yet?
A couple of weeks ago, my 7-year-old had some minor but potentially painful surgery. We spent much of the day Wednesday at the children’s hospital before returning home after 8…
Read MoreTaking the Question of “Why” to the Source
It’s easier in moments of pain, when the questions invade your reality, to direct your sorrow, disappointment, and anger at Satan or a broken world or a random occurrence. It’s…
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