Friday Finds (24 July)

Friday Finds, is a collection of recommended reads, resources and creative projects from the web. Are you the owner of an online platform or engaged in a creative project that touches on topics of life, faith and culture? Please get in touch. I would love to hear about it.

1. GCD Writer’s Guild

I am a member of the Gospel-Centred Discipleship (GCD) Guild, a friendly space for writers of every level to encourage, equip and connect with others. I have enjoyed meeting writers from all over the world, learning from others, being inspired by weekly writing prompts, and receiving feedback for my ideas and work. There’s plenty of room for new members, so feel free to join today.

2. The Little Vine – Supporting Vulnerable Women & Children

Amy Nhieu is creating polymer clay earrings with all profits going toward supporting vulnerable women and children in Australia. 

3. Can we really share our emotions with God? Lessons from the Psalms

Andrew Yee gives three reasons for how our emotions are important to God and provides a practical framework for how we can express lament using Psalms 88 and 137 as a guide. 

4. The Gospel, The Church, And Racial Injustice

A helpful and humbling video by Paul Tripp and his thoughts on the gospel, the church and issues of racial injustice. He quotes Charles Spurgeon, two Bible passages and 4 actions that you can take. 

5. Let’s Talk Podcast – Decision Making

I really appreciated this episode! Melissa Kruger, Jackie Hill Perry, and Jasmine Holmes give insight into their decision making process which includes seeking godly counsel, praying and meditating on God’s word. Whether you are impulsive or paralysed by indecision, this episode will encourage you to increase your reliance on God’s guidance.

6. 10 Solid Films from the First Half of 2020

TGC Arts & Culture Editor, Brett McCracken shares 10 new releases which have redemptive qualities Christians can appreciate.

7. Ask an Older Woman #13: Becoming a Strong Woman of Prayer 

Joy McClain shares wisdom on how to become a strong woman of prayer, and how the spiritual discipline can encourage us to linger, remain and learn from God. 

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