At the Catalyst blog Tullian Tchividjian, pastor at Coral Ridge Presbyterian church, explores the concept of a Christian vocation in a post entitled ‘Our Calling, Our Spheres’: Martin Luther was once approached by a working man who wanted to know how he could serve the Lord. Luther asked him, “What is your work now?” The …

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Offering comment or opinion during times of disaster or distress from a Christian perspective can result in pretty strong reactions. I wrote the other day about the danger of claiming more knowledge than God reveals about why disasters happen. The disaster in Queensland has largely been devoid of any invitations to prayer from civic leaders. …

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Post on Mike O’Connor’s (Presbyterian pastor from Rockhampton, Queensland) blog about the current and future steps to recovery from the flooding that has affected Rockhampton (along with half of Queensland). If you’re looking for some up to date information for practical suggestions, prayer information and copy for newsletters this weekend and beyond, go there. Here’s …

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What is the character of Christian prayer? Ray Ortlund: “I tell you, though he will not get up and give him anything because he is his friend, yet because of his impudence he will rise and give him whatever he needs.” Luke 11:8 “Impudence” is the key word. Other versions show “importunity,” “persistence,” “boldness,” “shamelessness,” …

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