Daily Archives: September 4, 2018

Video: Should We Be Using the Lectionary?

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Do you commend the use of a lectionary for preaching? If so, what advantages does this approach have over preaching through whole books of the Bible? How should we think about preaching in churches where we can no … Continue reading →

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Podcast: Augustine’s ‘Confessions’, Book 11

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

In the latest episode of Mere Fidelity, I join Matt and Derek to continue our discussion of Augustine’s Confessions, exploring Book 11 of the work. You can also follow the podcast on iTunes, or using this RSS feed. Listen to past episodes on Soundcloud and on this page on … Continue reading →

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Social Justice™: Seeking Integrity in a Society of Co-Opted Principle

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything. #JustDoIt pic.twitter.com/SRWkMIDdaO — Colin Kaepernick (@Kaepernick7) September 3, 2018 Beyond drawing attention to the specific issue of racial injustice, in kneeling for the American national anthem before the start of games, … Continue reading →

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Video: What Does Jesus’ Abstention From Wine Mean?

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Alastair Roberts

Today’s question: “Does Christ’s abstention from wine until the consummation of the Kingdom have any connection to Lemuel’s mother’s counsel in Proverbs 31 regarding the kingly use of alcohol? If so, what’s the best way to present this connection?” If … Continue reading →

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