Various & Sundry: November 1

Is sanctification monergistic or  synergistic? Read Kevin DeYoung’s answer.

Is math ability genetic?  Yes, to some extent, say the authors.   But “for high school math, inborn talent is just much less important than hard work, preparation, and self-confidence.”

Micheal Kruger writes, “Preaching is a stunningly simple solution to a complex and daunting problem (postmodernity). But, the solution has been there all along.  Paul said it plainly when he laid out our mission, But we preach Christ crucified” (1 Cor 1:23).” Read his “How the Scandal of  Preaching Will Reach Our Postmodern World.”