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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)”

Did God Kill Jesus? – Tony Jones (2015)

It takes 234 pages for Tony Jones to answer the central question in his new book, Did God Kill Jesus? The author is a self-described “theological provocateur,” so the question posed in his book should not surprise anyone. The answer that emerges on page 234 is crystal clear: “No, God did not kill Jesus,” says Dr.Continue reading “Did God Kill Jesus? – Tony Jones (2015)”

LUTHER AND THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Carl R. Trueman (2015)

Martin Luther was one of the bright shining stars of the 16th centuries who God used to restore reason to the church and recover the gospel of Jesus Christ. Carl R. Trueman unpacks the Protestant Reformer in his latest work, Luther on the Christian Life. The book is a balanced blend of biography, Reformation history, andContinue reading “LUTHER AND THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Carl R. Trueman (2015)”

RISK IS RIGHT – John Piper (2012)

The very notion of risk is a foreign subject to most Americans. Yet, an important aspect of the Christian life can be summed up in one word: risk. John Piper argues that risk is essential. The title of the book is Risk is Right: Better to Lose Your Life Than to Waste It. Readers familiar withContinue reading “RISK IS RIGHT – John Piper (2012)”

MEN’S INHUMANITY TO GOD – Jonathan Edwards (1750)

Jonathan Edwards never minced words. In his sermon, Men’s Inhumanity to God he reminds sinners that their general bent is to turn away from God, curse God, and live independent of his authority. Doctrine Men are wont to offer such treatment to God as they will not take one of another. Edwards draws his text fromContinue reading “MEN’S INHUMANITY TO GOD – Jonathan Edwards (1750)”