So it says in the middle of the CD Jacket (along with Tom Cannon, then the RUF Campus Minister at NYU and pastoral support to the Session of the Village Church).

The album is titled “From All Their Sin and Sorrow” by Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), New York City.

For those of you who do not know what RUF is – it is the college campus ministry of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).

These songs convey the tradition of the church and its music.  Most of the songs are hymns and psalms that are part of a rich heritage and steeped in reformed theology.  They included: Alas and Did My Savior Bleed; When All Thy Mercies; Psalm 130; Psalm 51; O Day of Rest and Gladness; Before the Throne of God Above; and  Jesus, I My Cross Have Taken (to name a few).

Read the rest of this entry »

Well, it is time to get back to writing but not as frequently as in past years.  Since Tom Cannon (A Cold Day in Hades) has been showing off his writing skills, I am inspired to start again.

My goal will be less theologically focused and more on how our faith impacts the world around us.

Due to my current schedule and busyness of life, I am taking a break.  Until I return, here are some of the hobbies that I am enjoying:

Read the rest of this entry »

iMonk has posted the first 5 reviews of Andrew Marin’s book from our free give away a few weeks ago.  The comments from these reviewers have been thoughtful and encouraging as they tackle a difficult topic.  I would encourage you to go and read their reviews.

Released this week, the application provides easy access to:

• More than 20,000 study notes on Bible verses and terms
• Introductions to the seven groups of biblical books
• Book introductions with outlines
• 96 theological essays on central doctrines of ScriptureEntire text of the English Standard Version (ESV) Bible

A great video of Jordan Kauflin’s “All I Have Is Christ” (from the Looked Upon CD) performed live at the Next Conference.

(HT: Between Two Worlds)

Interesting posts this past week:

Is the Mass idolatrous (comments by Scot Hahn)? – Kevin DeYoung
All I Have Is Christ – song and lyrics – Between Two Worlds
Logos Bible Software review - Ligonier
The Christian Life Series – Mark Roberts
Death by Church – Christians in Context

Good one-liners:

1. People are funny; they want the front of the bus, Middle of the road, And back of the church.
2. The good Lord didn’t create anything without a purpose,But mosquitoes come close.
3. If a church wants a better pastor, It only needs to pray for the one it has.
4. We’re called to be witnesses, not lawyers or Judges.
5. God loves everyone, But probably prefers ‘fruits of the spirit’ over ‘religious nuts!’
6. The best mathematical equation I have ever seen: 1 cross + 3 nails = 4 given.

Trevin Wax interviews Michael Bird on his new book “Are You the One Who Is to Come?: The Historical Jesus and the Messianic Question“.  I enjoy reading Michael Bird’s book and blog.  His book on N. T. Wright and the savings righteousness of God is a must read.  The gist of the post is:

Today, I am interviewing Michael about his book and the implications of properly understanding Jesus’ messianic vocation.

I would encourage you to read the interview and buy the book.

Well, if you own an iPhone (like me), you may find this app very useful.  Click here.

Of course, you have to weigh the pros and cons of this much Mark Driscoll.