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EXCELLENCE: The Character of God and the Pursuit of Scholarly Virtue – Andreas J. Kostenberger

I have been reading a lot of Andreas Kostenberger lately.  I am very impressed by his heart for God and precise scholarship.  His latest work, Excellence: The Character of God and the Portrait of Scholarly Virtue is a fine addition to his growing body of Christian writing. Kostenberger begins by laying the foundation for excellenceContinue reading “EXCELLENCE: The Character of God and the Pursuit of Scholarly Virtue – Andreas J. Kostenberger”

The Reason For God: Unbelief in an Age of Skepticism – Tim Keller (2008)

Some have compared Tim Keller to C.S. Lewis.  Other believe he is the C.S. Lewis for our generation.  One thing is for certain though – Keller’s book, The Reason for God is a terrific read.  I read Keller’s apologetic treatise when it first hit the shelves in 2008.  The second read was even better! TheContinue reading “The Reason For God: Unbelief in an Age of Skepticism – Tim Keller (2008)”

STEP UP – Dennis Rainey (2011)

Stepping Up: A Call to Courageous Manhood by Dennis Rainey encourages men of all ages to fulfill their God-given role.  They must as 1 Corinthians 16:13 says, “Act like men.” Rainey’s challenge to men is presented in five movements: The First Step: Boyhood The Second Step: Adolescence The Third Step: Manhood The Fourth Step: MentorContinue reading “STEP UP – Dennis Rainey (2011)”

DON’T WASTE YOUR SPORTS – C.J. Mahaney (2011)

“Don’t Waste Your Sports” by C.J. Mahaney is a book worth reading.  In fact, every Christian athlete should read this book. Mahaney applies 1 Corinthians 10:31 to the athletic area – “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”  With the biblical imperative firmly implanted inContinue reading “DON’T WASTE YOUR SPORTS – C.J. Mahaney (2011)”

FINDING FAITHFUL ELDERS AND DEACONS – Thabiti Anyabwile (2012)

A few years ago, I heard Thabiti Anyabwile preach at Together for the Gospel in Louisville.  I remember being impressed with his pastoral heart, theologically precise mind, and his feet that were obviously set on obeying and glorifying God.  His newest book confirms my first impressions at T4G. Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons reads likeContinue reading “FINDING FAITHFUL ELDERS AND DEACONS – Thabiti Anyabwile (2012)”

THE CHRISTIAN IN COMPLETE ARMOR: Volume 2 – William Gurnall (1655)

Many works on spiritual warfare these days are laden with extraordinary tales that tug at the heart and manipulate the will.  Some of these works offer very little biblical help.  William Gurnall’s The Christian in Complete Armor towers above most of what passes for spiritual warfare literature. Originally published in 1655, Gurnall offers the typicalContinue reading “THE CHRISTIAN IN COMPLETE ARMOR: Volume 2 – William Gurnall (1655)”

LOVE, FREEDOM, AND EVIL – Thaddeus Williams (2011)

The debate over free will has raged ever since Pelagius recoiled at the prayer of Augustine: “Grant what thou commandest and command what thou doest grant.”  Thaddeus J. Williams enters into the discussion with his excellent book, Love, Freedom, and Evil. Williams show graciousness and charity throughout as he refuses to caricature his opponents, namelyContinue reading “LOVE, FREEDOM, AND EVIL – Thaddeus Williams (2011)”

REAL MARRIAGE – Mark and Grace Driscoll (2012)

Real Marriage by Mark and Grace Driscoll hit the evangelical world by storm a few days ago.  Some, like the influential theologian, Wayne Grudem, are praising it and some are condemning it.  In my mind, the hype is a bit overplayed on both sides. Real Marriage  is biblical in its scope, practical in its counsel,Continue reading “REAL MARRIAGE – Mark and Grace Driscoll (2012)”

DESIRING GOD – John Piper

Desiring God is a book devoted to helping readers find their happiness in God.  The theme is that “God is most glorified in me when I am most satisfied in him.”  Dr. Piper carefully builds his case for this concept and calls it Christian hedonism.  The issue for the Christian is one of desire.  WillContinue reading “DESIRING GOD – John Piper”