Declaring the Glory

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Porcupine Mountains in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

The heavens declare the glory of God,
and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.
– Psalm 19:1

For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature,
have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world,
in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.
– Romans 1:20

Book Collection

This is a bit late, but here are the top five books I read in 2018, followed by links to other best books of 2018 posts.  You are bound to find some good suggestions.

My Top Five Books

1. Faithfulness and Holiness – J. I. Packer & J. C. Ryle

2. How Should We Develop Biblical Friendship – Michael Haykin & Joel Beeke

3. Reset – David Murray

4. The Rest of God – Mark Buchanan

5. The Art of Rest – Adam Mabry

Other Lists

2018 TGC Book Awards

Kevin DeYoung

Jared Wilson

Trevin Wax

Russell Moore

Tim Challies (includes lists from several bloggers)

Happy reading!

New Years Collection

Here are some good posts to help you review the past year and think about the new year:

End of Year Check-Up Questions For Christians – David Qaoud

9 Questions to Help You Steward All of Your Life for God’s Glory – Brad Hambrick

Resolution Principles – Brian Mikul (that’s me…)

How to Make Your Resolutions Stick – Mike Cosper (TGC)

10 Questions to Ask at the Start of a New Year (pdf) – Donald Whitney

Bible Reading Collection

Here are helpful thoughts and plans for reading the Bible personally and as a family in 2019:

Infographic: You Have More Time for Bible Reading than You Think (Crossway)

10 Suggestions For Your Personal Devotions in 2019 – Tim Challies

Reading The Bible Fast And Slow In 2019 – Paul Carter (Challies)

How to Read Through the Bible in a Year With Kids– J. R. Briggs (ABS)

10 Ideas and 10 Tips for Family Devotions in 2019 – Tim Challies

Christmas Collection

Here are some good posts for Christmas:

God’s Passion for God at Christmas – John Piper (Crossway)

Even as a Secular Holiday, Christmas Makes the Gospel Accessible – Tim Keller (TGC)

How to Love Hard People at Christmas – David Mathis (DG)

An Open Letter to the Depressed Christian at Christmas – David Murray (Crossway)

Christmas for the Weary– Sam Allberry (TGC)

Far as the Curse Is Found  Nancy Guthrie (DG)

Hope you have a merry Christmas!

Declaring the Glory

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Presque Isle River in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

The heavens declare the glory of God,
and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.
– Psalm 19:1

For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature,
have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world,
in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.
– Romans 1:20

Declaring the Glory

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Sunset over Lake Superior

The heavens declare the glory of God,
and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.
– Psalm 19:1

For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature,
have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world,
in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.
– Romans 1:20

He Is Risen…

He is risen, so we can have:

Forgiveness of Sins

Removal of Guilt

Cleansing from Shame

Righteousness in Christ

A New Life in Christ

A Relationship with God

Victory over Sin

Victory over Satan

A Mediator with God

Intercession by Christ

The Sending of the Holy Spirit

The Way to Heaven

The Return of Christ

Personal Resurrection

Hope in Death

Confidence in God’s Word

Mercy or Grace

A Strong Basis for Our Faith

Numerous Reasons to Sing