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DUEL WITH THE DEVIL – Paul Collins (2013)

Jonathan Edwards is the greatest theologian to plant his feet on American soil. It should come as no surprise, then, when one learns about the able individuals that sprouted forth from Edwards family tree – physicians, lawyers, university presidents, and even a vice-president. Aaron Burr was Thomas Jefferson’s vice-president, of course. Burr was alsoContinue reading “DUEL WITH THE DEVIL – Paul Collins (2013)”

THE GOSPEL – Ray Ortlund (2014)

The “gospel” has become somewhat of a buzzword in evangelical circles. It’s a funny thing because the gospel is at the very center of the Bible and God’s redemptive purposes. So it’s counterintuitive to claim the very idea that the gospel has become a buzzword. Christ-followers knowingly or unknowingly validate a ministry, band, or organizationContinue reading “THE GOSPEL – Ray Ortlund (2014)”

PARDON FOR THE GREATEST SINNERS – Jonathan Edwards

It is unclear when the sermon under consideration was preached by Jonathan Edwards. The best records seem to indicate that the Puritan divine preached this magnificent sermon before 1733, when Edwards was still in his 20’s. The full title is Great Guilt No Obstacle to the Pardon of the Returning Sinner. The subject was as relevantContinue reading “PARDON FOR THE GREATEST SINNERS – Jonathan Edwards”

STRANGE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC – Joe Satriani and Jake Brown (2014)

Joe Satriani first came on my radar screen in the mid 80’s. I’ll never forget the first time I heard Surfin’ With the Alien. Of course, I knew then that Satch was the real deal. Since then, I’ve seen him several times in concert and have always been impressed with his showmanship, professionalism, and genuine humility.Continue reading “STRANGE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC – Joe Satriani and Jake Brown (2014)”

KNOW THE HERETICS – Justin Holcomb (2014)

Heretics have been around for a long time and have plagued the church for as long as we can remember. Justin Holcomb provides a valuable service for the church in his excellent book, Know the Heretics. The intent of the book is to provide a readable summary of the major heresies that have sprung up inContinue reading “KNOW THE HERETICS – Justin Holcomb (2014)”

THE NEW THE NEW REAGAN REVOLUTION – Michael Reagan (2010)

Michael Reagan has captured the essence of President Reagan’s values, fiscal policy, and tough-minded leadership in his book, The New Reagan Revolution. The sub-title should jolt any thinking American – “How Ronald Reagan’s Principles Can Restore America’s Greatness.” Clearly, we have drifted far from President Reagan’s vision for America. The city of the hill that heContinue reading “THE NEW THE NEW REAGAN REVOLUTION – Michael Reagan (2010)”

WHEN CHARACTER WAS KING – Peggy Noonan (2001)

A number of years ago, I began devouring books about my favorite president. When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan emerges as one of the most thoughtful and inspiring books about the former president. Noonan paints a compelling portrait of President Reagan; a portrait that is an exceedingly human portrayal of a man who fearedContinue reading “WHEN CHARACTER WAS KING – Peggy Noonan (2001)”

THE REBELLION OF RONALD REAGAN – James Mann (2009)

The day was June 12, 1987. President Ronald Reagan stood in front of the Brandenburg Gate in West Berlin and uttered these crucial and historic words: “General Secretary Gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, if you seek liberalization: Come here to this gate! Mr. Gorbachev,Continue reading “THE REBELLION OF RONALD REAGAN – James Mann (2009)”

REAGAN ON LEADERSHIP – James M. Strock (1998)

He is man who inspired the United States of America after four years of economic disaster in the Carter administration. He is the man who called out a Communist leader as he stood before the Brandenburg Gate in Germany. He is the man who is largely responsible for the demise of the former Soviet Union.Continue reading “REAGAN ON LEADERSHIP – James M. Strock (1998)”

THE FAITH OF RONALD REAGAN – Mary Beth Brown (2011)

February 6, 2011 marks the 100th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan’s birth. Mary Beth Brown honors the life and legacy of the fortieth president in her book, The Faith of Ronald Reagan. The Faith of Ronald Reagan uncovers what most books on the former President miss – a deep trust and reliance on the sovereignContinue reading “THE FAITH OF RONALD REAGAN – Mary Beth Brown (2011)”