Links to consider and share – 9/4/2014

Posted on September 4, 2014 Written by Mark McIntyre Leave a Comment

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Some links to articles I found interesting or helpful and you might like to read and share:

James Spiegel gives some insights on what it means for a Christian to be open minded.

Ryan Nelson lists 10 things that every youth leader should know.

Holly Ordway gives five tips for Christian writers.

J. Warner Wallace uses a wallet and a dollar to illustrate an argument for the existence of God.

Kevin DeYoung provides five tips for leading your small group.

About Mark McIntyre

A follower of Jesus Christ who shares observations about how Scripture should impact the church and the world. Mark is the original author and editor of Attempts at Honesty.

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