Philip Yancey on His Own Personal Reading Crisis, and What It Means for All of Us

By Randy Alcorn February 22, 2019

Philip Yancey, a writer I often appreciate, wrote an article about his own struggle to carve out focused attention for reading, and how his own personal experience reflects our culture at large. The decline in reading books is something I feel strongly about, as those who aren’t dedicated readers most likely won’t be dedicated readers of God’s Word.

Is It OK to Be Angry with God over Difficult Things?

By Randy Alcorn February 20, 2019

Having strong emotions about a situation is understandable, and certainly emotions in and of themselves aren’t bad. I think there’s value in honestly confessing to God our feelings of hurt, resentment, and anger. However, we should direct our emotions (including blame) toward the proper object of our sadness, disappointment, and discouragement.

What Happens When Youth Are Given the Opportunity to Help a Child in Need

By Randy Alcorn February 18, 2019

Today’s blog is about a nonprofit that’s making a big difference in the lives of kids with medical needs, and also in the lives of youth in local schools.  I think you’ll be touched by reading about their work and seeing the pictures of a child who has been helped. 

Is God All You Need?

By Scott Hubbard February 15, 2019

In this article, Scott Hubbard, editor at desiringGod.org, shares some thoughts about the statement “All I need is God.” He writes, “Throughout Scripture, God’s people often need more than God alone—they need God through the things he has made.” Thanks, Scott, for this helpful clarification.

The Houston Chronicle’s Report on Southern Baptist Sexual Abuse, and the Lessons for All Evangelical Churches

By Randy Alcorn February 13, 2019

On Sunday, the Houston Chronicle released the first of a three-part series titled “Abuse of Faith: 20 years, 700 victims: Southern Baptist sexual abuse spreads as leaders resist reform.” I've included a few excerpts from the article—though please read it for yourself. (And remember, while this article and the investigation focuses on Southern Baptist churches, it largely applies to all evangelical churches.)

Wayne Grudem on Systematic Theology, and Why It Matters

By Wayne Grudem February 11, 2019

I’ve shared before my appreciation for Wayne Grudem, and long recommended his books on theology. I can't emphasize enough the importance of learning systematic theology. This article from him is a great introduction to what systematic theology is, and why it matters.

Are Prolifers Exaggerating the Reach of New York’s Reproductive Health Act?

By Randy Alcorn February 8, 2019

After we posted the link to my recent blog about New York’s Reproductive Health Act on Facebook, an EPM board member and one of our staff had exchanges with commenters claiming we were sharing false information and exaggerating the law’s effects.

What If God Calls You to Give the Shirt off Your Back?

By Randy Alcorn February 6, 2019

Nanci and I love Mary Clayton Wood, now Mary Clayton Crow, one of our dear friends. Several years ago, M.C. shared at a Generous Giving Conference. I think you’ll find what she says in this excerpt from her testimony to be both encouraging and convicting. 

Charles Spurgeon’s Profound Humility

By Cody Cunningham February 4, 2019

I love what Cody Cunningham has to say about the humility of Charles Spurgeon, one of my great heroes. I too read and really enjoyed Dallimore’s book on Spurgeon, one of my favorites as I was writing Spurgeon’s bio to introduce my book We Shall See God.

Don’t Look Up at the Clouds to Get a Picture of the Eternal Heaven

By Randy Alcorn February 1, 2019

Today’s blog is excerpted from a 12-day devotional on Heaven I wrote, which is available on YouVersion.