The dramatization below puts some flesh and blood on what for many is an esoteric theological point—the question of atonement. Yet in the real world, there is real evil, real guilt, and a real need for reconciliation with the God with Whom we have to do. Postmodern, therapeutic platitudes have nothing to offer in the face of those realities. But the gospel of Jesus Christ crucified and raised for sinners does.
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The Women Are Fainting at Obama Rallies
Have you heard about the women fainting at Barack Obama’s rallies? Apparently it’s happening with more and more frequency. The video montage below gives you a little bit of an idea of what’s happening.
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Eric Redmond Profiled in the Washington Post
The Washington Post has a fascinating profile of Southern Baptist pastor Eric Redmond. “The young Temple Hills minister is the highest-ranking African American in the 16 million-member denomination and a representative of the changing times confronting Southern Baptists and other mostly white Protestant denominations. . . “These days, the faith that was once proudly white now touts the fact that almost 20 percent of its congregations are predominantly black, Latino or Asian. Hundreds of minorities serve in leadership posts in its state conventions, seminaries and other organizations.” Redmond’s blog is here: A Man from Issachar. [HT: Justin Taylor]
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Southern Seminary Prays for Dr. Mohler
After Southern Seminary’s chapel service yesterday, Dr. R. Albert Mohler informed the student body about the tumor in his colon and his upcoming surgery. After the announcement, Dr. Russell Moore called for a special time of prayer for Dr. Mohler, and the student body gathered around to lay hands on him. Dr. Tom Schreiner voiced the prayer in behalf of the Seminary family. Listening to Dr. Moore’s remarks and Dr. Schreiner’s prayer reminds me of what a great, sovereign, gracious Christ we serve. Both of these clips were encouraging to me, and I hope they will be to you too. Dr. Russell Moore’s Remarks [audio:https://www.dennyburk.com/Audio/2008_02_14-Russell_Moore-Pray_for_Mohler.mp3] Dr. Tom Schreiner’s Intercessory Prayer…
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D. A. Carson Comments on Rob Bell’s Ministry
This is a follow-up from my post earlier this week about Pastor Rob Bell. D. A. Carson commented on Bell’s ministry at the 2008 Nashville Conference on the Church and Theology [HT: Justin Taylor]. The title of Carson’s sermon was “Keeping Up With The Conversation,” and it surveyed the Emerging Church, the Emergent Movement, and postmodernism. Doug Selph has the audio, and you can listen to it here: “D.A. Carson on Rob Bell” – ReformationUnderway.com
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Pray for Dr. Mohler
Dr. Albert Mohler has announced that he will have to forego the nomination for SBC President in order to have a tumor removed from his colon. The Baptist Press has the details: “R. Albert Mohler Jr., president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, will require additional surgery after a scheduled colonoscopy Feb. 11 revealed a tumor in his colon. An initial biopsy indicated that the tumor is pre-cancerous and further tests are to be scheduled, along with surgical options.” We love and appreciate Dr. Mohler and will be praying for him and his family.
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Baby Twins Save Mother’s Life
This story is unbelievable, but it has appeared in several news outlets. So I’m passing it along to you. According to the London Daily Mail, a pregnant woman was diagnosed with cervical cancer while carrying twins. After her doctors recommended an abortion so that her tumor might be removed, she declined treatment. At some point during her pregnancy, the twins’ kicking dislodged the tumor and caused it to be expelled from her body. The thankful mother has said this:
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Happy Valentine’s Day
For all of you who are members of Ralph Wiggum’s cult following, this is just for fun.
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An Unbiblical “Gospel†in Rob Bell’s NOOMA Videos?
Have you seen any of Pastor Rob Bell’s “NOOMA” videos? I first viewed a few of them a few years ago when a friend from church brought them to me and said that I needed to watch them. They are impressive in terms of production, and compelling in terms of Rob Bell’s delivery of the material. They are short, hip, punchy sermonettes that do a good job of reaching the pomo set. Greg Gilbert has written a 3-part review of the videos that is now available at the blog for 9Marks.org. Gilbert ends up being extremely critical of the videos because of their lack (and sometimes distortion of) gospel content.…
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Were the Invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq Just?
My friend Scot McKnight posed a fair question in the comments section of a previous post (comment #65), and I think a proper response deserves a new post. Here’s Scot’s question: “Do you really believe our invasion of either Afghanistan or Iraq was just war?” Before answering the question, I need to clear the decks with a couple of clarifications. First, please note that Scot is not asking whether I hold to some form of the just war position. He’s a pacifist and knows that I am not. He is not asking me to justify just war theory. He’s asking if these two particular invasions can be reconciled with the…