Trivium Pursuit Blog
The Four Levels of Communication
Taken from the book Your Family God’s Way: Developing and Sustaining Relationships in the Home by Wayne A. Mack Level 1 This is the level of clichés and impersonal, automatic statements. Level 1 communication consists of conversation starters. “Good morning.” “Hello,...
This is still my favorite painting
What does this painting say to you?
The Heart by J.C. Ryle
The heart must be the principal point to which we attend in all the relations between God and our souls. What is the first thing we need in order to be Christians? A new heart. What is the sacrifice God asks us to bring to him? A broken and a contrite heart. What is...
Love, by Matthew Henry
Matthew Henry’s commentary on Romans 13:10 From e-Sword “Love intends and designs no ill to any body, is utterly against the doing of that which may turn to the prejudice, offense, or grief of any. It worketh no ill; that is, it prohibits the working of any ill: more...
It’s easier to ask forgiveness than it is to get permission
It's easier to ask forgiveness than it is to get permission. -- a quote generally attributed to U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Grace Hopper Alternate renderings: If it's a good idea, go ahead and do it. It is much easier to apologize than it is to get permission. Don’t ask...
Illinois Homeschool Registration Bill Hearing
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Infatuated Love vs Honest Love
We have all heard the expression, “love is blind.” This is true in different senses, depending on how we are using the word “love.” Infatuated love (limerence is the scientific term) is blind for what, out of desire, it “sees,” but which is not really there, and so...
Transcript: State Senator Edward Maloney joins Cisco Cotto on WLS-AM 890
Thanks to Naomi Ventura Young for this transcript. Transcript: State Senator Edward Maloney joins Cisco Cotto on WLS-AM 890 2/14/11 – 9 minutes 35 seconds CC: Right now, there is a bill that is pending before the Illinois State Senate that would require homeschoolers...
Ed Maloney speaks about his proposed Illinois homeschool legislation
by Pamela Butler Cisco Cotto on WLS interviewed Illinois State Senator Ed Maloney this morning regarding his move to regulate homeschooling in Illinois. A few things stood out to me in this interview which I think may be helpful to keep in mind as we interact with him...
John Gill, Gerhard Kittel, William Hendriksen
John Gill's Complete Works in 15 Volumes, Primitive Baptist Library Kittel's Theological Dictionary of the New Testament in 10 Volumes New Testament Commentary by William Hendriksen in 12 Volumes
The Fourth Amendment Has Been Diluted
Gaps in Learning
This is my 3rd year homeschooling my sons. They are in 2nd, 5th, and 6th grades. I have been slowly trying to incorporate some of the principles of classical education into our homeschool effort. For example, we have begun the study of Latin this year. I am...
The Complete Works of Gill, New Testament Commentary by Hendriksen and Theological Dictionary of the New Testament by Kittel
Harvey is selling some of his more valuable theological books this week. You can view the whole list here. The Complete Works of John Gill in 15 Volumes (very large books), republished by Primitive Baptist Library, all 15 volumes for $500 OBO. 1. John Gill’s...
An Excellent Memory Is Needed…
It was the saying of one, that an excellent memory was needful for three sorts of men: First, for tradesmen; for they, having many businesses to do, many reckonings to make up, many irons in the fire, had need of a good memory. Secondly, great talkers; for they, being...
What will happen at the end of history?
What will happen at the end of history -- when God is finished with this world? At the end of history there will be a wedding supper. God the Father (the perfect Father) will give His bride (which is us -- the Church), whom He has perfected and protected throughout...
Duties of Children by William Gouge, Part 2
Most assuredly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door, but climbs up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. — John 10:1 The following is a modernization and updating of a selection from: Of Domestical Duties, Fifth Treatise, Duties...
Duties of Children by William Gouge, Part 1
Most assuredly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door, but climbs up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. — John 10:1 The following is a modernization and updating of a selection from: Of Domestical Duties, Fifth Treatise, Duties...
Is it too late for John?
My husband and I recently adopted my sixteen-year-old nephew. This is a likable young man who does not get into trouble, is easy-going, and has been raised as a Christian. He has, however, quite possibly the laziest mind I have ever seen. I suspect that when he was...
Whole-Language and Logic/Rhetoric
From Don Potter Here is a pretty good analysis of Ken Goodman's whole-language method of teaching reading. The author of the article considers both Goodman's logic and rhetoric. It would make a good exercise for advanced students of logic with an interest in reading...
Home Educating in Biblical Truth: A Response to Peter Enns’s “Telling God’s Story: A Parents’ Guide to Teaching the Bible”
Home Educating in Biblical Truth: A Response to Peter Enns’s “Telling God’s Story: A Parents’ Guide to Teaching the Bible” by Lea Ann Garfias The most important subject in home education is Bible. Training our children in God’s Word is the foundation to continuing our...
Ron Paul — Increase the debt ceiling?
Reviews of TruthQuest History
TruthQuest History by Michelle Miller PO Box 2128 Traverse City, MI 49685-2128 Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece Ancient Rome Laurie Bluedorn: These two study guides, which can be used by students of all ages, contain short, concise historical commentary along with...
Protect the Filibuster — Important Message from Ron Paul and Campaign for Liberty
January 25, 2011 Dear Patriot, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has scheduled a vote for today to rip apart Senate rules so they can ram through more Big Government power grabs. And, most worrisome, Republican Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and other Republicans may...
Captivating by John and Stacie Eldredge: A Compilation of Reviews
Susan Verstraete …Captivating is much more woman-centered than God-centered. The theology taught in the book is full of error. Most of the biblical passages addressed directly to women are not discussed in the book. Jesus is presented as a suitor instead of as a...
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge: A Compilation of Review Excerpts
Ron Foster …Wild at Heart has been a catalyst for removing the Bible from Bible studies and replacing them with DVD/VCR players. Men’s groups no longer spend time reading and “digging” into the word of God. No, men now watch clips from Braveheart and discuss how...
False Prophets and Empty Oracles
Jeremiah 23:13-40 13 “I have seen folly in the prophets of Samaria: They prophesied by Baal And caused My people Israel to err. 14 Also I have seen a horrible thing in the prophets of Jerusalem: They commit adultery and walk in lies; They also strengthen the hands of...
James Madison on General Welfare
James Madison (1751-1836), Father of the Constitution, author of the “general welfare” clause, 4th US President “With respect to the words 'general welfare,' I have always regarded them as qualified by the detail of powers connected with them. To take them in a...
Read Aloud Suggestions
Dear Laurie, I am in the process of getting rid of many of my children’s books. As we read through them my son was either upset about these horrid stories or I was skipping over stories. However, I need something else to read to my son. Can you recommend an anthology...
Provoking Your Child
How can you provoke your child into anger (Ephesians 6:24)? by John MacArthur Here are some easy steps: 1. Spoil him. 2. Give him everything he wants, even more than you can afford. Just charge it so you can get him off your back. 3. When he does wrong, nag him a...
Rosetta Stone Giveaway
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