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PLASTIC DONUTS – Jeff Anderson (2013)

Plastic Donuts by Jeff Anderson is a book that explores the important and hotly debated topic of financial stewardship. At the heart of this little book is the biblical principle that giving is pleasing to God. The author develops four principles, what he refers to as “acceptable gift truths.” 1. The amount matters. 2. We determineContinue reading “PLASTIC DONUTS – Jeff Anderson (2013)”

ISCARIOT – Tosca Lee (2013)

Traitor. Betrayer. Disloyal. Unfaithful. Two-timing. Treacherous. Treasonous. Faithless. Son of Perdition. Words that should never appear on the epitaph of any man. Yet these words hardly begin to describe the man we know as Judas Iscariot. But there is another side to Judas. He was a man; a man made in the image of God.Continue reading “ISCARIOT – Tosca Lee (2013)”

WHEN THE WORD LEADS YOUR PASTORAL SEARCH – Chris Brauns (2011)

When the Word Leads Your Pastoral Search by Chris Brauns should be required reading for churches who are seeking a new pastor. This work stands in sharp distinction to much of the material in print that focuses on the pastoral search process. This book is distinct in three respects. First, as the title indicates, theContinue reading “WHEN THE WORD LEADS YOUR PASTORAL SEARCH – Chris Brauns (2011)”

THE MAN WHO CYCLED THE WORLD – Mark Beumont (2009)

Some people run marathons, others climb mountains. Some men dream dreams. Others live their dreams. Mark Beaumont cycled around the world. In doing so, he lived his dream. Anyone who circumnavigates the world by bicycle in 194 days 17 hours (a total of 18,296) has a story to tell. And Beumont tells his story well.Continue reading “THE MAN WHO CYCLED THE WORLD – Mark Beumont (2009)”

CHURCH MEMBERSHIP – Jonathan Leeman (2012)

Jonathan Leeman’s newest installment, Church Membership is his latest contribution to the 9Marks Healthy Church Series. The author sets out to help readers understand what church membership is – since many appear to be confused or reject the very notion. Leeman begins by arguing that the church is the highest kingdom authority on earth: “TheContinue reading “CHURCH MEMBERSHIP – Jonathan Leeman (2012)”

SAVING EUTYCHUS – Gary Millar and Phil Campbell (2013)

I have a confession to make: I love books about preaching. There’s something exhilarating about reading about God’ spoken word. Indeed, every preacher is called to “preach the gospel … not with words of eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power” (1 Cor. 1:17). Saving Eutychus: How To Preach God’sContinue reading “SAVING EUTYCHUS – Gary Millar and Phil Campbell (2013)”

JOHN ELEFANTE – On My Way to the Sun (2013)

Kansas was my first taste of progressive rock in the early 80’s – a blend of heavy guitars, keyboards, and melodic vocals – set to complex melodies and soul-searching lyrics. Songs like Play the Game Tonight, Hold On, and Fight Fire With Fire set a high watermark for a new generation of musicians. John Elefante provided theContinue reading “JOHN ELEFANTE – On My Way to the Sun (2013)”

C.H. SPURGEON ON SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP – Steve Miller (2003)

C.H. Spurgeon On Spiritual Leadership by Steve Miller encourages readers, especially pastors, to emulate the life of the prince of preachers – Charles Haddon Spurgeon. Spurgeon was not only known for his breathtaking preaching; he is also celebrated for his spiritual leadership. The author has selected some key areas of leadership that mark the life ofContinue reading “C.H. SPURGEON ON SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP – Steve Miller (2003)”

PREACH [Theology Meets Practice] – Mark Dever and Greg Gilbert (2012)

Mark Dever and Greg Gilbert love the church of Jesus Christ. Whenever one of their books is released, it becomes immediately clear that a love for Christ’s church and the gospel are at the very core of each man. For example, I give a copy of Greg Gilbert’s excellent work, What is the Gospel? to eachContinue reading “PREACH [Theology Meets Practice] – Mark Dever and Greg Gilbert (2012)”

THEOCRACY – As the World Bleeds (2011)

It’s possible that Theocracy may be one of the best and most under-rated bands in the world. While the boys from Atlanta boast a huge underground following, for some reason they have not gained the notoriety they deserve. Their latest album, As the World Bleeds should have catapulted them onto a bigger stage. It isContinue reading “THEOCRACY – As the World Bleeds (2011)”