by Bret Capranica | Nov 2, 2008 | Culture, Politics, Presidential History
A few days ago, I linked to John Piper’s video that, among other issues, stated his concerns about a mother pursuing public office. Today, Dr. Piper clarifies his position in light of some who would assume it may be worse to vote for a woman to be Vice President than a man who supports abortion. Why a Woman Shouldn’t Run for Vice President, but Wise People May Still Vote for Her :: Desiring...
by Bret Capranica | Nov 1, 2008 | Christian Living
Good conversation starter here on the role of the local church pastors, counseling and the pressure to refer tough counseling cases to “the professionals.” Church Matters: The 9Marks...
by Bret Capranica | Nov 1, 2008 | Culture, Marriage and Family, Presidential History
Thabiti Anyabwile pointed us to this video of a CNN interview with Pastor Vodie Baucham on Sarah Palin, the Vice Presidency, motherhood, the authority of Scripture and the priority of the gospel. In addition to this being the most biblical evaluation of the possibility of Palin’s ascendancy to office that I have heard yet, it is also one of the clearest demonstrations of how to engage the culture with the priority of the gospel. more about “Sarah Palin and the Vice Presidency“, posted with...
by Bret Capranica | Oct 31, 2008 | Culture, Presidential History
John Piper gives a 7 minute take on this year’s election. He sums up the issues in my own heart. It seems that Barak Obama is on his way to the White House and the Congress will be solidly in the hands of the Democrats. Unless something dramatic happens in the next few days, we will begin to see one of the most dramatic political shifts to the left in the past forty years. This will give Christians ample opportunity to speak to the culture about the Gospel. Click HERE and HERE for my recent sermons on Romans 13 and the upcoming elections. more about “The 2008 Election“, posted with...
by Bret Capranica | Sep 30, 2008 | Miscellaneous
Of all John Piper’s books, his poem on Job is by far one of the most impactful in my life. Kelly and I have listened to it more times than I can count. This video reminds me of its highlights and the truths about God that sustain through the darkest of days. more about “Job and the Goodness of God“, posted with vodpod HT: Justin...
