Tue Oct 01 04:01:00 UTC 2024: ## Pastor Tim Challies Discusses Submission, End Times, and Godly Teenagers in Latest Blog Post
**Toronto, Ontario -** In his latest blog post, Pastor Tim Challies welcomes October with a focus on spiritual growth, the end of history, and raising godly teenagers. He highlights the importance of submitting to the leadership of a church, emphasizing that “No one is going to grow spiritually in the context of a local church without submission.”
Challies also addresses questions about the end times, quoting Tom Schreiner’s view that “we’ve been in the last days since Jesus’s ministry, death, and resurrection, which means the last days have now spanned 2,000 years.”
Turning his attention to parenting, Challies shares insights from Anne Kennedy on raising godly teenagers, offering encouragement and practical tips.
The post further explores various topics, including a recent controversy involving Steve Lawson, the nature of miracles, and the ongoing debate about church leadership.
Challies also recommends a number of books, including new releases and Kindle deals, and shares his thoughts on the current state of the church and the modern world.
The blog post concludes with a reminder of the importance of prioritizing God and a call for reflection on the meaning of life.
**About Tim Challies:**
Tim Challies is a pastor, speaker, and author, known for his daily blog which he has maintained since 2003. His writings cover a wide range of topics, focusing on Christian living, theology, and current issues.
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