Recommended Reading – February 10, 2018

Some suggested readings from Pastor Louie. Good thoughts on friendship. The Myself I Was Yesterday by Tim Challies. This is very powerful. Human Touch Heals and Connects, Even Through Alzheimer’s by Jay Echternach. Good info for those interested in the winter olympics. 9 Things You Should Know About the Winter Olympics by Joe Carter.
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Recommended Reading – December 31, 2017

Every week Pastor Louie shares suggested readings that enrich our spiritual lives. Here are this week’s suggested readings. This is an excellent example of clear Biblical thinking applied to our sad culture. Children and the Peril of Internet Fame by Samuel James. Here’s a good Bible reading program for the New Year. Five Day Bible Reading Schedule. Persecution in China. 3 things you should know about religious freedom and the church in China. What will heaven be like? Heaven-bound: What will it be like? by Jon Dykstra. Al Mohler…Christmas in America: The Latest Research. Christmas Full of Grace and Truth: Big Theological Issues Show ...
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Recommended Reading – December 16, 2017

Every week Pastor Louie shares suggested readings that enrich our spiritual lives. Here are this week’s suggested readings. Good thoughts from Russell Moore. What a Stupid Bumper Sticker Can Tell Us About American Christianity by Russel Moore. This still comes up now and then. Answering Claims That the Bible Contains Errors, and Why It Matters That It Doesn’t by Randy Alcorn. A convicting little gem. When God Goes Big And I Go Small by Tim Challies. If you are interested in Angelology, this is a great study. Angels in the Bible: What Do We Actually Know About Them? by Wayne Grudem. How we know which ...
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Recommended Reading October 15, 2017

Every week Pastor Louie shares suggested readings that enrich our spiritual lives. Here are this week’s suggested readings. Good advice for parents. Fathers, Avoid Exasperating Your Children by Barry York. Good perspective on time. All Those Things I Will Leave Undone by Tim Challies. This is really good. I had been mentally wrestling with this issue and totally forgot about Heb. 11. Heroes, Hagiography, and Villainy by Tim Challies. These are great words for women…but the same principles apply to men. Let’s Get Real About Women’s Discipleship by Rachel Cox. This is priceless advice for fathers of daughters. On Daughters and Dating: How to Intimidate Suitors ...
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Recommended Reading – June 3, 2017

Here are a few recommended articles. Another great reminder that life is not about me…or you. Can Self-Forgetfulness Make Us Happier? by Randy Alcorn. Good words for teenagers and young adults. 6 Ways to Avoid Delayed Adulthood by David Gundersen. Good thinking about missions. Should I Send or Should I Go? Front line and supply chain by Clint Archer. For Fathers with our day just around the corner. Broken Shadows by Brad Larson. Each week we try to post articles that we hope you will find insightful, informative and encouraging
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Recommended Reading – February 4, 2017

Here are a few recommended articles. The power of a kind invitation. The inviting nature of Christianity by Stephen Liggins. Good article on fake news. Fake News by Timothy Pauls. Another excellent article on dealing with our sin. Run! Run Away! by Tim Challies. Good thoughts on entertainment. How Much Entertainment Is Too Much? by Tim Challies. This is priceless for all but specially teenagers and young adults. To Be A Diaper Changer by Nick Batzig. Each week we try to post articles that we hope you will find insightful, informative and encouraging
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Recommended Reading – January 28, 2017

Here are a few recommended articles. The power of Christian friendship. The Joys of Obligation by Melissa Edgington. I really appreciate Challies’ attitude toward sin in this article. There But for the Grace of God Go I by Tim Challies. This is priceless. Love Your Neighbor Enough to Speak Truth by Jen Hatmaker. On the priority of genuine church friendships. The Gift of Friendship and the Godliness of Good Friends (Part 1) by Kevin DeYoung. This is just great! Church, This is a Call for Familial Friendship by Christine Hoover. Each week we try to post articles that we hope you will ...
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Recommended Reading January 21, 2017

Here are a few recommended articles. Christianity: The real thing versus the watered down version. Are You a Dangerous Christian: Debunking ‘Patronizing Nonsense’ by John Stonestreet. You may have to read this one slowly and carefully but the reward will be great. 10 Things You Should Know about Sanctification by Sam Storms. This article is an excellent supplement to last Sunday’s sermon. When You Feel Dead On The Inside by Jedidiah Coppenger. I’m not sure how this article fits together but the components are great. Are You a Confirmation Bias Christian? by Jared C. Wilson. An interesting day on The Briefing ...
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Recommended Reading – December 31, 2016

Here are a few recommended articles. Good thoughts on our use of money. King Jesus or King Money? by Steve DeWitt. Yes…we can understand and apply the Scriptures. God Is Not The Author of Uncertainty by John MacArthur. Powerful thoughts for Dads. 10 Reasons I’m Thankful To Be a Dad by Tim Challies. The temptation of the easy life. In Praise of Heavy Providences by Mike Pohlman. Each week we try to post articles that we hope you will find insightful, informative and encouraging
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Recommended Reading – December 17, 2016

Here are a few recommended articles. Excellent Christmas article…must reading. The unseen misery of Dec 25th (and 3 simple ways to help) by Tim Thornborough. When we want to hold on to the exceptions to the commands of God…. When God Goes Big And I Go Small by Tim Challies. A day of insightful commentary from Mohler,specially the first topic. The Briefing 12-12-16 by Albert Mohler. Good Christmas insights from Tim Challies. Jesus Isn’t Threatened by Your Christmas Gifts. Good,practical strategies for parents. How to Help Your Children Become Better Sermon Listeners by David Prince. Each week we try to post ...
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