Tim Sweetman is an 18-year-old journalist, blogger, and student who lives near our nation's capital,
Washington D.C. He is much more widely known by his "code-name," Agent Tim. This name also serves as
the name of his popular blog, which has received over 750,000 visits since its debut three years ago. Contact Tim 
The sound of 5000 men singing hymns is astounding. It’s overwhelming. It’s powerful. It’s loud. It truly overcomes you as you see thousands of men worshiping the savior, celebrating the cross, and rejoicing in our salvation. Looking around, I am greatly encouraged.
This day has been filled with so many experiences. Our group has seen God work in amazing ways, placing people in our lives at just the right time, or having someone speak a word at just the right moment. God’s power is clearly evident.
Ligon Duncan
Our culture is anti-doctrinal - or at least it believes itself to be. We, on the other hand, must understand that truth is for joy, and truth is for growth. We are commanded to live the truth.
A great truth that we learned in this session is that practice is inextricably tied to doctrine (or lack thereof.) The teaching of good doctrine promotes godliness in our livies. Truth does matter because theology is for our life. It guides our actions.
C.J. pointed out in the panel time afterward, and has many times said this, that we must be affected by what we hear, what we sing, and what we teach. But in order to be affected by the gospel, we must understand the doctrine behind it. His passion stems from his knowledge.
The four points that Ligon Duncan ended with were:
1. Doctrine is for God’s glory
2. Doctrine is for our assurance
3. Doctrine is for marriage (Ephesians 5:25)
4. Doctrine is about joy (Philippians 3:1)
Thabiti Anyabwile
I will have to spend more time on Thabiti at a later date. His message was powerful, and received a standing ovation as he was seated. I’m certain that many in the auditorium had trouble hearing him throughout the session, particularly in the section I was seated in. But by God’s grace I was able to take some detailed notes, which I’d like to share in a separate post at a later date. However, one of his opening statements may give you just a glimpse into what is in store (or you can just head to Tim Challies site for a summation of the message.)
“Race, like unicorns,” said Thabiti, “does not exist.”
April 15th, 2008 at 11:54 pm
Hey Tim, I’m a friend of David Ketter. I’m here for T4G too, it’d be cool to meet you sometime during the conference. Email me, and I’ll give you my cell so we can get in touch. Looking forward to meeting you.