A quote has been firmly wedged in my mind since I finished John Piper's Brothers we are not Professionals that I thought I would share with you. It has been tremendously helpful to me as I have let it simmer in my heart over the past few days. In the chapter, Brothers, Read Christian Biography, … Continue reading Piper on Pressure and Productivity
The Importance of a Note-Keeping and Retrieval System
I once heard a college professor say that the best scholars are not necessarily those who are the smartest, but those who know how to best access the information. I think (and hope) he is right. This applies to two aspects of scholarship:(1) research and (2) note-keeping and retrieval. I want to focus on the … Continue reading The Importance of a Note-Keeping and Retrieval System
Blogging and Making the Most of Our Time (2): Two Important Clarifications
As I reflected on my post from Monday, I came to the conclusion that I was probably guilty of two faults: (1) Drawing a false dichotomy between blogging and evangelism and; (2) not emphasizing the goodness of Christian blogging as a ministry. Please forgive my carelessness. I will attempt to clarify these two issues in … Continue reading Blogging and Making the Most of Our Time (2): Two Important Clarifications
Blogging and Making the Most of Our Time
Time is precious. God intends (requires!) His children to plan and spend their time wisely. "Make the most of your time, for the days are evil," Paul exhorts the Ephesian church; "Help me to number my days so that I may present to you a heart of wisdom" the Psalmist pleads before God (Ephesians 5:16; … Continue reading Blogging and Making the Most of Our Time
