Well, the inevitable hand-wringing over today’s numerical date is in full swing. In some cities, mothers are demanding that their Caesarian procedures be postponed a day. Other worried citizens are planning to spend the day either hidden away or on a state of high alert, whatever that means. Meanwhile, the movie The Omen (remake of the 1976 film) is set to be released today, taking advantage of the 6-6-6 date for full marketing effect.

The Affirmations and Denials statement we released at the Together for the Gospel conference is now available in a complete on-line version, ready for download. We have greatly appreciated the response to the document, and we pray it will serve the church and the cause of Christ. To download the statement, go here.

“I have friends who I am quite sure are Christians who do not believe in the bodily resurrection,” says the Right Reverend N. T. Wright, Bishop of Durham. This is a truly dangerous and unbiblical assertion, made all the more shocking when it is offered by someone of N. T. Wright’s caliber.

The New York Times profiles Houston pastor and mega-author Joel Osteen in today’s edition. The article, written by Ralph Blumenthal, features Pastor Osteen in his most positive mode:

The doctrine of creation does not stand alone. The universe has not been set adrift in time without purpose or divine direction. The Christian affirmation of God requires an affirmation of His continuing sovereign Lordship over the created order. This affirmation sets the Christian worldview apart from alternative worldviews which recognize no continuing divine direction. Today, Dr. Mohler considers the Christian doctrine of Providence.