John Newton said, “I am a great sinner and Christ is a great Savior.” He was touched and transformed by God’s grace, or as Newton put it in his famous hymn, “amazing grace.” Iain Duguid’s book, Living in the Grip of Relentless Grace draws readers into the drama that plays out in the Old Testament. Duguid highlightsContinue reading “LIVING IN THE GRIP OF RELENTLESS GRACE – Iain Duguid (2015)”
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THE END OF THE WICKED CONTEMPLATED BY THE RIGHTEOUS – Jonathan Edwards
The text is Revelation 18:20 — Rejoice over her, thou heaven, and ye holy apostles and prophets; for God hath avenged you on her. The sermon by Jonathan Edwards is comprised of four headings: 1. When the saints in glory shall see the wrath of God executed on ungodly men, it will be no occasionContinue reading “THE END OF THE WICKED CONTEMPLATED BY THE RIGHTEOUS – Jonathan Edwards”
THE TRELLIS AND THE VINE – Colin Marshall and Tony Payne (2009)
Over six years ago, I read The Trellis and the Vine by Colin Marshall and Tony Payne. The work was encouraging and helpful in those days but my second read through was far more significant. The authors compare the local church to the trellis and a vine, the kind of masterpiece found in many backyards. Marshall andContinue reading “THE TRELLIS AND THE VINE – Colin Marshall and Tony Payne (2009)”
THE ETERNITY OF HELL TORMENTS – Jonathan Edwards (1739)
The doctrine of hell is under attack. The opposition to eternal punishment is more diverse than one might expect as unbelieving philosophers and some pastors in the emergent church seek to extinguish this doctrine once and for all. In the 18th century, people opposed hell as well. Yet it was taught with more faithfulness andContinue reading “THE ETERNITY OF HELL TORMENTS – Jonathan Edwards (1739)”
THE ART OF WORK – Jeff Goins (2015)
The Art of Work by Jeff Goins is a personal growth book that focuses in on the important topic of calling. The subtitle gets at the heart of the book – A Proven Path to Discovering What You Were Meant To Do. Goins identifies seven characteristics that help frame a person’s life and calling. These characteristicsContinue reading “THE ART OF WORK – Jeff Goins (2015)”
THE FLIP THAT FLOPPED: The Consequences of Doctrinal Compromise
President Obama promised to “fundamentally transform the United States of America.” He has in many respects delivered on that promise with the unveiling of the Affordable Health Care Act and a host of executive orders that are, in the final analysis, out of step with American values. But give credit where credit is due. TheContinue reading “THE FLIP THAT FLOPPED: The Consequences of Doctrinal Compromise”
GOD’S LOVE COMPELS US – D.A. Carson, Ed. (2015)
God’s Love Compels Us: Taking the Gospel to the Whole World, edited by D.A. Carson is a series of talks that were presented at pre-conference which was sponsored by the Gospel Coalition in 2013. Contributors include David Platt, John Piper, J. Jack Stiles, Andrew Davis, Michael Oh, Stephen Um, and D.A. Carson. The subjects of the talksContinue reading “GOD’S LOVE COMPELS US – D.A. Carson, Ed. (2015)”
Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller (2009)
Tim Keller has a special gift for digging below the surface. He applies his unique gift in the pulpit and in many of his books. In Counterfeit Gods, Dr. Keller tackles the thorny subject of idolatry. John Calvin put his finger on this pernicious sin in the 16th century when he said, “Every person is anContinue reading “Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller (2009)”
JESUS SWAGGER – Jarrid Wilson (2015)
Jesus Swagger: Break Free From Poser Christianity by Jarrid Wilson seeks to challenge Christ-followers to live authentic, Christian lives. The author calls readers to be different; to “walk tall with a righteous swagger; a Jesus swagger.” He adds, “Jesus swagger is all about your life being infected with the love of Christ.” Jesus Swagger is clearly seekingContinue reading “JESUS SWAGGER – Jarrid Wilson (2015)”
HIDDEN IN THE GOSPEL – William Farley (2014)
It’s short and sweet. It is an easy read. It is also one of the best books you will read this year. William Farley’s Hidden in the Gospel: Truths You Forget to Tell Yourself Every Day is a treasure trove filled with timeless principles that will enrich your Christian life. Farley builds upon the dictum popularizedContinue reading “HIDDEN IN THE GOSPEL – William Farley (2014)”
Veritas et Lux 