Introducing the Athenaeum
In ancient Rome, the Athenaeum was a school founded by the emperor Hadrian, designed to pass on the knowledge of ancient times. Today, I want to introduce you to the online Athenaeum, hosted right here on From Daniel’s Desk. It’s…
Nine Characteristics of Exceptional Communicators
I’ve observed hundreds of communicators throughout my life. And while many are good at what they do – and most have valuable insights to share – there are some who can only be described as ‘exceptional communicators.’
Timothy Talks: Using Illustrations Effectively
Sitting down with Dr. Thor Madsen, Dean of Graduate Studies at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, we talk about how to use illustrations effectively when teaching the Bible.
Sweet Fiction and Sweet Truth Alike: The Background and Influence of ‘The Pilgrim’s Progress’
‘The Pilgrim’s Progress,’ by John Bunyan, is one of the few books to have a worldwide influence. Learn more about how this Christian classic has shaped the face of global Christianity.
Five Projected Trends of the Twenty-First Century
I’ve heard it said that ‘the first twenty years reveal the key trends of a century.’ So, if these first twenty years are any indication, I offer up five projected trends of the 21st century.
Timothy Talks: A Gospel for All People
As the Timothy Talks podcast enters 2020, I explain some of the changes coming to the show, then sit down with Anthony Mathenia – sometimes known as ‘Paul Washer’s Pastor’ – to talk about effective Gospel ministry for all people.
The Most Popular Posts of 2019
I enjoy reminiscing at the end of the year – so join me in perusing some of the most popular posts at From Daniel’s Desk!
19 Books from 2019
Every year I do it for you, my dear readers: I head deep into the dangerous world of the library to snatch out the choicest books and introduce you to profound, entertaining, and educational reads. For the last several years I’ve summarized my best reads of the year. This year I’m happy to present to you 19 books from 2019.
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If you’ve enjoyed ‘From Daniel’s Desk,’ I would love to hear your thoughts. Would you take just sixty seconds to complete this year’s survey?
Three Reasons Why Faithfulness Is Crucial for Christians
We love to talk about faith or love, but what about faithfulness? Jesus seemed to talk a lot about it. He even described the benediction by which we will enter heaven as, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
