Selected Reading, July 17, 2021
A few good reads for your weekend.
One Brave Woman
Helene Kottanner — Medieval Thriller
An exciting true story leading to an ethical question: “Besides leaving us a riveting account of a daring mission, Helene Kottamer brings to light a dilemma that has puzzled believers of all ages, from the Jewish midwives in Egypt to the Christians who hid Jews during World War II: is it right to deceive or break the law in order to fight injustice or prevent a greater evil?”
A Classic
J. I. Packer’s Famous Essay on Christ’s Death
Have you read J. I. Packers introduction to John Owen’s The Death of Death in the Death of Christ? I recommend it.
Some Definitions
General Revelation
Barry Cooper explains: Even if we had no Bibles, and no preachers, the psalmist says that God would still make his majestic beauty known to us through the skies, the stars and the sun.”
Eventually I’ll add this link to the general revelation entry in the Theological Terms. But you might want to read it now.
The Difference Between ‘Disinformation’ and ‘Misinformation’
I’m linking to this mostly for the carrot story.
Two Hunters
Rabbit, run! Wolverine and raven tag team on a wild chase
I’ve written about how smart ravens are. Here’s a little proof.