Thank God it’s Friday
This is excerpted from my TGIF column at SOLA Network.
Articles From Around The Web
Jonathan Sams: The Danger of AI Isn’t Misinformation. It’s Mis-Formation.
“The spiritual danger of AI is that it might condition us to take shortcuts in the means God uses to form disciples.”
Katie Deckert: God’s Plan for the Poor
“Our Lord became poor that we might become rich. This is not the whispered lie of a prosperity gospel that commends earthly riches. This is the full-throated shout of victory that proclaims riches in heavenly righteousness for those who forsake the allure of this world and claim the King of Heaven as their father.”
Michele Morin: Take the First Steps Toward Deep Friendship
“Loneliness is the fruit of lives that are scheduled to the point of strangulation.”
Books, Podcasts, Music, And More
Crossway: The Process Behind Crossway’s Heirloom Bibles
“Every detail of Crossway’s ESV Heirloom Bibles has been thoughtfully considered to ensure the best possible reading experience. From premium-grade leathers to carefully refined typography, each Bible is meticulously crafted to be a lasting treasure, enduring through a lifetime of use.”
Helen Lee: Four Ideas for Family Prayer
“As we become more and more accustomed to sitting at the feet of the cross and being in God’s presence, then sharing the many forms this can take with our kids, our children in turn will gain a greater comfort themselves with the living God such that praying will become like breathing: necessary, essential, and life-giving.”
Aaron Lee: Related Works
Book reviews: From Crimson to White by Natalie Brand, Who Am I and What Am I Doing With My Life by Justin N. Poythress, This Was Never the Plan by Vaneetha Rendall Risner. Listen to our TGIF playlist on Spotify. Join my Asian American Worship Leaders Facebook group. Find me on Substack. Keep in touch on X and Instagram.
Featured This Week on SOLA Network
SLP EP 18: After Church Hurt with Tim St. John
“In this insightful interview, Tim St. John discusses the complexities of church hurt, especially within Asian American churches, and offers biblical guidance on healing, leadership, and discipleship. Discover practical steps for pastors and church members to navigate pain, restore trust, and reflect Christ’s grace.”
Micah Hsu: Psalm 143: A Meditation
“The Lord gives grace to the humble, and how humble it is to ask your God to teach you! How trusting to ask His good Spirit to lead you on level ground, as a mother leads her child by the hand.”
Daniel Han: His Love Endures Forever
“Does anything in our world last forever? The obvious answer is no. Traditions change, institutions collapse, and even our dearest loved ones pass away. Yet Psalm 136 confronts that reality. In a world that fades, His love endures forever.”
TGIF: Roundup for April 3, 2026
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