1. A must-read article by Don Carson about movements, leadership, sin, and the Young Restless Reformed Movement: “The failures that have taken place during the past few years were not the sorts of things that could happen only when a movement is flourishing. Flawed leadership, immorality, bullying, and dissensions are frequently found in churches and organizations with no history of remarkable growth, with no sign of extraordinary blessing from God.”
  2. How often should a pastor be in the church office? Tom Rainer gives 9 comments including: 1. Pastors must be out of the office on a regular basis to be a relational presence in the community. 3. The pastor’s office often is not conducive to sermon preparation. and 5. A few pastors are lazy.
  3. A review of an intriguing book about John Stott's personal assistant.
  4. An in-depth reflection on the unhealthy culture of Mars Hill and why people put up with it.
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