I was introduced to Purpose Driven Church, Rick Warren, and church planting about ten years ago while on a mission trip in Brazil. I spent a summer working with some different missionaries in Rid de Janeiro doing whatever was needed. One of the guys I worked with was in charge of the Purpose Driven Church planting movement in Brazil. During that summer, God planted in my heart a love for church planting and making the gospel accessible to those that don’t know Jesus.
I’ve always thought that Rick Warren has been misunderstood and misinterpreted. It is awesome seeing two men that have had an influence in my life together in the same room. It’s awesome seeing Rick Warren’s heart and deep doctrinal basis for what he does. I would highly recommend carving out 98 minutes and see watch two men who love Jesus and have been used greatly by Jesus.
Posted by GregQualls | Posted in Life, Tech | Posted on 16-04-2008
Ok I know…it’s a book. Some might say that a book isn’t technology, but I say tell that to Gutenberg. Anyways back to the point at hand. Crossway recently annouced it is coming out with an ESV Study Bible in Ocober. For most of you this won’t be a big deal, but I’m totally geeking out on this one.
Let me give you a run down of the authors in this Study Bible:
“The Authority and Truthfulness of the Bible” by Wayne Grudem
“How to Interpret the Bible” by Daniel Doriani
“Overview of the Bible” by Vern Poythress
“Reading the Bible Theologically” by J. I. Packer
“Reading the Bible as Literature” by Leland Ryken
“Reading the Bible for Application” by David Powlison
“Reading the Bible, Prayer, and Communion with God” by John Piper
“Reading the Bible with the Church” by John Hannah
“The Bible’s Use in Preaching and Public Worship” by Kent Hughes
“God’s Plan for Salvation” by Mark Dever
“The Theology of the New Testament” by Thomas Schreiner
“Reading the Gospels and Acts” by Darrell Bock
“Reading the Epistles” by Thomas Schreiner
“The Canon of the Old Testament” by Roger Beckwith
“The Old Testament and Critical Scholarship” by Walter Kaiser
“The New Testament and Critical Scholarship” by Darrell Bock
That’s just the authors. This thing has:
25,000-plus notes—focusing especially on understanding the Bible text and providing answers to frequently raised issues.
Over 50 articles—including articles on the Bible’s authority, reliability, and interpretation; on biblical archaeology, theology, worship, prayer, and personal application.
Over 200 full-color maps—created with the latest digital technology, satellite images, and archaeological research; printed in full color, throughout the Bible.
200-plus charts—offering key insights and in-depth analysis in clear, concise outline form; located throughout the Bible.
80,000 cross-references—to encourage easy location of important words, passages, and biblical themes.
More than 40 new full-color illustrations—including historically accurate reconstructions of the Tabernacle, the Ark of the Covenant, Solomon’s temple, Herod’s temple, the city of Jerusalem in Jesus’ time and throughout the history of Israel, and many more.
A free online version - for every one who purchases a print addition.
Eight editions to choose from – ranging from standard hard-back to premium calf-skin.
I’ve also heard that buyng this study Bible will garuntee a place in heaven and a new BMW. Ok maybe not. But the free online version is a nice plus. All I have to say is I own too many Bibles already, but I might have to add one more to my collection.
I just watched this video thanks to mxbx.wordpress.com and dustindkk.com. I must say the John Piper is right on the money. The prosperity gospel is not the gospel. Any gospel that makes us focus on anything more than Jesus is nothing short of heresy. What hit home the most with me is how much I live the prosperity gospel. I could easily point fingers at others, but I realize that I’m the worst of all sinners in this area. How often is my life filled with the pursuit of stuff.
Forgive me God and give me the strength to make you my highest pursuit.
This coming Sunday I’m going to be heading for Seattle WA for the Text and Context Conference held by The Resurgence with five other guys. This is looking like it is going to be a real blast. There are going to be some big names at this conference (John Piper, Mark Driscoll, Matt Chandler…). Although the speaking should be awesome, I’m most excited about getting to drink some good old Seattle coffee/beer while I’m out there.
I’m going to try to keep you guys up to date with what I’m doing while I’m out there. Check out my flickr page to see any new pictures that I post while I’m out and about. I’ll also try to give you at least a daily post of the days events. I’m also going to look into getting Twitter acount or something (I’ve been wanting to get this anyways). If you are from Seattle, give me some good suggestions for where to eat while I’m out there. I fyou live in Seattle shoot me an email through my contact page and maybe we can meet up for some good old Seattle coffee/beer.
