First Links — 3.31.14

The Danger of “What This Really Means”
Derek Rishmawy, Gospel Coalition

The Daily Routines of Historical Figures
R.J., Info We Trust

Francis and His Predecessors
Molly Worthen, American Prospect

Voluntary Downward Mobility
Richard V. Reeves & Joanna Venator, Brookings

David Yeago Heads to Ambridge
Living Church

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