For your attention

1. Prosperity gospel vs. the gospel of Jesus – Brandon Smith, editor of the Project Theology Gospel Mission blog, briefly describes three ways the prosperity gospel undermines the true gospel. (HT: Tim Challies)

2. Why so many songs about the cross? – Our church sings lots of songs about the cross of Christ – and rightfully so. Mark Altrogge – pastor for 30 years of a Sovereign Grace church in Indiana, Pa., and the writer of hundreds of songs, including “I’m Forever Grateful” and “I Stand in Awe” – answers the question regarding his church’s corporate worship: Why do we sing so many songs about the cross? His response explains in a helpful why we do the same. (HT: Bob Kauflin)

3. The ‘nones’ grow in America – A survey released this week found Americans who identify themselves as unaffiliated with any religion have increased to 20 percent, five percent more than five years ago. They have been labeled the “nones.” The survey also showed one-third of Americans under 30 years of age are unaffiliated with a religion. In this Baptist Press article, some Southern Baptist leaders provide helpful insight on how we should think about this trend.

4. The joy of Jesus in homemaking – Gloria Furman – pastor’s wife, mother and author ministering in Dubai – writes about “Glimpses of Grace in Homemaking.” She says, “When I’m dishing up a hefty serving of the bread of anxious toil it’s helpful to remember God’s mercy and faithfulness.” This includes some true encouragement for ladies who sacrifice to serve their families. (HT: Tim Challies)

5. Hobby Lobby’s owner spreads the Word – Editor Joe Carter of The Gospel Coalition summarizes a Forbes magazine feature on David Green, the billionaire owner of Hobby Lobby who is seeking to get the Bible to people around the globe.