This book is a call for wise, bold enjoyment. Is it this? Well, mostly. Bold enjoyment certainly shines through. As for wisdom, sometimes I think that gets lost in the mix. I don’t think that this is because Ortlund is wrong in all that he’s trying to say. He’s right that nothing God made isContinue reading “Eat, Drink, and Be Merry – Ray Ortlund Book Review”
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Faith in Hebrews 11 — Steffen Jenkins Sermon Review
I’ve spent a lot of time in Hebrews 11. It’s one of my favorite passages. It is a constant force for stirring my thought and affections. I’d like to recommend a fresh perspective on the chapter (at least it was to me when I first heard it). Steffen Jenkins was my Old Testament professor atContinue reading “Faith in Hebrews 11 — Steffen Jenkins Sermon Review”
The Man on the Middle Cross, by Alistair Begg, Book Review
Simple, delightful, digestible read. Begg’s preaching and writing style are really one and the same. The exposition of the passages he gives is wonderfully clear and bright. He helps paint a picture of the people, the places, and most importantly, of Jesus. This book is for you. I’m not a new Christian, and practically readContinue reading “The Man on the Middle Cross, by Alistair Begg, Book Review”
Angus Menuge on Artificial Intelligence – Review
The following are reviews of short videos on Artificial Intelligence by FOCL from Angus Menuge. In what ways does artificial intelligence possess intelligence? In this first video, Angus gives a helpful illustration to understand in what way AI can be considered “intelligent.” He says that a radio can let you here the voices of extremelyContinue reading “Angus Menuge on Artificial Intelligence – Review”
Yuval Harari: Getting to Know the Enemy (of Humanity) – Review
If you don’t know who Yuval Harari is, or the theological underpinnings of the transhumanist “Tech Bros” pushing us ever further into the technological unknown, this is a good place to start. Greg Scott’s 2025 article walks through how Harari thinks, and helpfully distinguishes that from the Christian perspective. Here are a few highlights andContinue reading “Yuval Harari: Getting to Know the Enemy (of Humanity) – Review”
Artificial Intelligence and the Problem of Personality – Article Review
This article on Christ Over All, written by Jared Bridges, is worth reading. It’s short, and identifies a key problem when it comes to Artificial Intelligence: the problem of personality. Bridges picks up on themes of idolatry, introspection, how we ascribe personality and why, and presents valuable insights throughout this concise article. Overall, this articleContinue reading “Artificial Intelligence and the Problem of Personality – Article Review”
The New Life – Book Review
You can order The New Life here. This book is pastoral help for those who look in the mirror and ask, “What’s holding you back?” Dan comes alongside the struggling Christian and help to ground us in what our new life is all about: Jesus, and His own life. Our growth, holiness, Christlikeness, maturity, andContinue reading “The New Life – Book Review”
Letter of James – Help!
I firmly believe that James has been and continues to be one of the most misunderstood Letters in the Bible. There are many reasons for this. It is one of the earliest letters written in the New Testament. Its exact audience remains a mystery to honest scholarship. And it is filled with passages we oftenContinue reading “Letter of James – Help!”
Blind Faith
“Jesus knew full well what it was like to walk in darkness and see no light.”[1] And He experienced that for you. I guess this is the season for needed niche podcasts! This week, I’ve been referencing the new Biblical Preaching podcast[2] in other blog posts (coming soon). In this post, I’d like toContinue reading “Blind Faith”
Responding to the Micah Network Declaration on Integral Mission
You can find a YouTube playlist of all six videos here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnrg-L8NYfT625hD7bHRRblikI1X8y67B&si=E9UV8fRQjwulBLLs Why did I take the time to respond to every line in this two-decade old document? Watch below. Part 1 – Marxism and 9/11 . . . In this video I cover the first page of the Micah Network Declaration on Integral Mission,Continue reading “Responding to the Micah Network Declaration on Integral Mission”