The Most Popular Posts of 2018
As the year ends, it’s time to take a look back over the past. Today I’m highlighting a few of the top posts from the past year. This list includes both personal favorites and those that were heavily accessed. From Daniel’s Desk has experienced a few significant changes over the past year (like the introduction of the Timothy Talks Podcast and the switch to a once-a-week format). In 2019, I’ll keep working to bring you challenging, thoughtful posts that encourage you to live out your ancient faith in the modern world. In the mean time, take a few minutes to look back and enjoy!
Biblical Studies
How to Use Earthly Joy and Sorrow – 1 Corinthians 7 is generally thought of as a chapter that gives marriage advice, but it contains a unique principle for everyone. When we view the world rightly, we will respond to joy and sorrow as Christians.
How to Live Like A Berean – This popular post was written by my friend Joshua Bontrager. It’s a straightfoward, simple call to live our lives under the authority of God’s Word.
What Was Sodom’s Sin? – In a world of radical agendas, there is a lot of misinformation about Sodom. Why did God really destroy this ancient city?
Evangelism & Missions
Sharing Your Faith with Nominal Christians – In some ways, it is easier to share the Gospel with those who don’t accept it. What do you say to those who claim to believe, but don’t demonstrate true faith?
Why Is the Bible So Hard to Understand? – I’ve heard it a lot: the Bible is just so hard to understand. Yes, there are challenges to Bible reading, but there are also some simple solutions.
The Personal Spiritual Assessment – True, this is more than a year old, but it’s also one of my favorites. Most tracts just present truth, but this tract is interactive!
History & Current Events
Future Historian Recounts Trump’s Early Presidency – Trump is possibly the most controversial president in American history. What will future generations say about him? This paper from a ‘future historian’ might be the answer!
The First Jewish-Roman War – The events of the first Jewish-Roman War are significant for every student of the Bible. This short overview gives you the most important information that you need to know.
Seven Radical Changes in Our Generation – The world is changing at lightening speed. In just one generation, our entire society and culture has changed.
Miscellaneous
An Introduction to Christian Minimalism – Minimalism is a popular concept right now, but it has a unique history as a Christian concept. This article introduces you to the basics of Christian Minimalism.
10 Tips to Boost Your Bible Reading – You know that God’s Word is important, but how do you increase your intake? This practical guide suggests some innovative ways to take in more of God’s Word!
How to Diligently Seek God – It is hard to be the master of your life. Bombarded with distractions, our most urgent need is often overlooked. Martyn Lloyd-Jones summarizes the problem and solution in this masterful piece.
