From the Buzzard Blog, a good word for Black Dog Mondays. From as far back as I can remember I’ve been a perfectionist. Most pastors are perfectionists. I’m starting to think that a main reason God called me to be a pastor is to crush my perfectionism and set me increasingly free through the gospel. …
Thinking of those dealing with the floods in Queensland and other parts of Australia. Thankful for so many encouragements and the knowledge of much faithful prayer for my family and me.
Matt Perman at ‘What’s Best Next’ reminds us that during this reflective time of year: there is something better than resolutions and prior to resolutions. David Mathis captures this in a post at the DG blog from last year, where he recommends starting the year with reading Martyn Lloyd-Jones’ Spiritual Depression and then something better …
From Michael Johnson at Desiring God blog: Luther once said, “I have my worst temptations when I am by myself.” Roland Bainton comments in Here I Stand: A Life of Martin Luther, 285 (paragraphing mine): Seek out some Christian brother, some wise counselor. Undergird yourself with the fellowship of the church. Then, too, seek convivial …
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