Today in Blogworld 9.27.12

The Excitement and Anticipation

Tim Challies looks at the difference between a conference sermon and a Sunday morning sermon. He says, “I’m convinced that the primary distinguishing mark is the preparation and the anticipation.”  We are more prepared to receive the Word at a conference than we are on Sunday morning.  I think he has a great point.  Also consider this from Piper on preparing for hearing a sermon. 

The Psychology of Resentment

Dane Ortlund with a piece I needed to hear today.  Resentment can be so easy to have.  I appreciate his advice for conquering it.

What Makes a Good Book Review

Barnabas Piper says, “The best book reviews are the ones that avoid the pitfall of objectivity because in reviewing books there no such thing.” As one that reviews books I appreciate his work here.

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Funny spoof of the NFL Replacement Refs: