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RESCUING AMBITION – Dave Harvey (2010)

Rescuing Ambition by Dave Harvey is a book about discipleship. It is a book about sanctification. Specifically it is about the sanctification of ambition – the transformation of ambition. Harvey adds, “The Bible teaches that people are created by God to desire – and to go after those desires with single-minded determination. It’s this capacityContinue reading “RESCUING AMBITION – Dave Harvey (2010)”

WHAT IS THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH? – Kevin DeYoung/Greg Gilbert (2011)

What is the Mission of the Church? Ever since the establishment of the church in Acts, the question of mission has been on the mind of Christ-followers. The question of mission is especially pertinent in our day. Kevin DeYoung and Greg Gilbert address the question within a biblical framework. DeYoung and Gilbert carefully peel awayContinue reading “WHAT IS THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH? – Kevin DeYoung/Greg Gilbert (2011)”

TRUE COURAGE – Steve Farrar (2011)

Ever since Steve Farrar wrote Point Man, he has been churning out books aimed the hearts and minds of men. Farrar has consistently called men to holiness. He has called them to lead their families. He has called them to lead in their churches. His latest book calls Christian men to demonstrate True Courage. TheContinue reading “TRUE COURAGE – Steve Farrar (2011)”

STEVE JOBS – Walter Isaacson (2011)

I have waited patiently for a decent biography on Apple front man, Steve Jobs. When I learned that Walter Isaacson, one of my favorite biographers took the challenge, I jumped at the chance to read this book. Two words – “Steve” and “Jobs.” Ordinary words. But smash the two words together and two things happen:Continue reading “STEVE JOBS – Walter Isaacson (2011)”

A SIMPLE WAY TO PRAY – Archie Parrish (2011)

The Kindle edition of A Simple Way to Pray by Archie Parrish is a welcome complement to the growing amount of Reformed literature. Luther spells out his approach to prayer as he approaches the Ten Commandments, Lord’s Prayer, and Apostles’ Creed: “Take care not to undertake … so much that one becomes weary in spiritContinue reading “A SIMPLE WAY TO PRAY – Archie Parrish (2011)”

THE BARBER WHO WANTED TO PRAY – R.C. Sproul (2011)

R.C. Sproul has a way of “bringing the cookies” to a level that anyone can reach. Once again, he has accomplished this feat in his newest children’s book, The Barber Who Wanted to Pray. Sproul retells the historical account of Martin Luther’s trip to the barber shop. This was no ordinary visit. Luther was aContinue reading “THE BARBER WHO WANTED TO PRAY – R.C. Sproul (2011)”

THE WORLD-TILTING GOSPEL – Dan Phillips (2011)

Some of the most helpful Christian books I have read over the years focus on the subject of biblical worldview. Among the best include books like Total Truth and Saving Leonardo by Nancy Pearcey, Life’s Ultimate Questions and Worldviews in Conflict by Ron Nash, Building a Christian Worldview by Hoffecker Smith, The Universe Next DoorContinue reading “THE WORLD-TILTING GOSPEL – Dan Phillips (2011)”

FYODER DOSTOEVSKY – Peter Leithart (2011)

Fyodor Dostoevsky has been somewhat of an enigma to me for many years. Thankfully, Peter Leithart’s latest book that bears the name of this famous Russian author sheds light on his life and worldview. Dostoevsky was the son of a strict Russian physician. He graduated from the military academy and was, in the final analysis,Continue reading “FYODER DOSTOEVSKY – Peter Leithart (2011)”

The Christian Mind – Harry Blamires (1963)

My uncle Dwight gave me this book almost twenty years ago. I’ll never forget what he said when he handed it to me: “Only real men can read this book.” Whether it was meant to motivate or amuse, I read it with a vengeance. This is my third time through. Blamires thesis is clear throughoutContinue reading “The Christian Mind – Harry Blamires (1963)”

KING SOLOMON – Philip Graham Ryken (2011)

King Solomon: The Temptations of Money, Sex, and Power by Philip Graham Ryken is a candid look at the famous king who struggled with the flesh. It is clear from the outset that the author has done his homework. He paints historical detail onto the canvas of his exposition. And he clearly presents the movementsContinue reading “KING SOLOMON – Philip Graham Ryken (2011)”