Christianity.com Weekly Update -- May 27, 2010

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Someone Worth Losing Everything For (excerpted from the new book, Radical)
David Platt
Are you Radical enough to reclaim your faith from the clutches of the American Dream? When Jesus left this earth, He had only about 120 people who were actually sticking around and doing what He told them to do. More like a mini-church, really. Picture the headline: "Jesus Christ-the youngest mini-church pastor in history!" He actually spurned the things that our church culture today says are most important. So, why are we pursuing them?
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A Cure for Gospel Confusion
Tullian Tchividjian
As Christians today struggle to fully grasp the gospel's incredible breadth and power, Tullian Tchividjian's book, "Surprised by Grace" forces us to come to grips with the shocking extent of God's compassion and mercy. The book comes out on May 31, 2010. For an opportunity to win a hardbound copy of it, read this excerpt, add your comments, and email Christianity.com using the link provided at the top of the article.
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Christian Living

Lessons from LOST
Trevin Wax
While most television shows specialize in serving up a great big dish of fluff, it is rare to see a show address the philosophical and spiritual dimensions of life's biggest questions. What are some lessons that Christians can take away from this pop culture phenomenon? Read the full article here

The "Contemporvant Service" Parody Video - What Can We Learn?
Bob Kauflin
Like most viral videos seeking to make a point, this one has its supporters and detractors. Some call it a brilliant parody while others are deeply offended by its supposed slap in the face at churches targeting unbelievers. I tend to side with the first group, and I think there are a few things we can learn from it.
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Now I See
Dr. Ray Pritchard
We can preach the gospel and we can pray. Satan will do all he can to keep the lost blind and confused so they cannot "see" the gospel. Only God can lift the veil and speak the words that will bring light to those who walk in darkness.
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Pornography -- The Difference Being a Parent Makes
Albert Mohler
Steve Jobs made this clear in his retort to Ryan Tate that he "might care more about porn when you have kids." Parenthood changes everything about one's outlook on life and its challenges.
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