Michael J. Kruger, The Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem of Spiritual Abuse in the Church (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2022), 164 pp. Spiritual abuse is one of the last topics that people want to discuss in the church. But it is imperative that this problem is explored and addressed. Better yet, the problem of spiritual abuse in theContinue reading “The Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem of Spiritual Abuse in the Church – Michael J. Kruger”
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Evangelical Pharisees – Michael Reeves (2023)
Michael Reeves, Evangelical Pharisees: The Gospel as the Cure for the Church’s Hypocrisy (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 112 pp. Evangelicals can be accused of many things. But of the most offensive things to be accused of is being a Pharisee. These ancient “high-brow theologians” knew their Bibles and worked hard at being religious, yet JesusContinue reading “Evangelical Pharisees – Michael Reeves (2023)”
Shame: How America’s Past Sins Have Polarized Our Country – Shelby Steele
Shelby Steele’s book, Shame: How America’s Past Sins Have Polarized Our Country is a stunning portrayal of America and the shift from Thomas Jefferson’s version of liberalism, which included free speech, equality, and freedom to the version of liberalism that emerged in the ’60s. Steele summarizes: This new liberalism does not pursue the actual uplift of minoritiesContinue reading “Shame: How America’s Past Sins Have Polarized Our Country – Shelby Steele”
The Day of Trouble – Joy Tomlinson
Joey Tomlinson, The Day of Trouble: Depression, Scripture, and the God Who is Near (West Lorne: Joshua Press, 2022), 136 pp. Like a boa constrictor, depression slowly squeezes hope from its victims. Some people struggle in the shadows; others seek help from a counselor, pastor, or physician. Joey Tomlinson’s new book, The Day of Trouble, addresses the topicContinue reading “The Day of Trouble – Joy Tomlinson”
Spineless: Restoring Courage and Conviction to the People of God
Don’t miss this special sale on the Kindle version of Spineless – only $2.99! Spineless: Restoring Courage and Conviction to the People of God addresses the insipid kind of “Christianity” that has subtly slipped into the church. It carefully diagnoses the decline of Christian courage and traces its tragic demise. The book sets forth aContinue reading “Spineless: Restoring Courage and Conviction to the People of God”
The Dawning of Redemption – Ian J. Vaillancourt
Ian J. Vaillancourt, The Dawning of Redemption: The Story of the Pentateuch and the Hope of the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 224 pp. After the creation of Adam, God spoke in clear terms to the first man: “And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, “You may surely eat of every tree of theContinue reading “The Dawning of Redemption – Ian J. Vaillancourt”
Grace at Work – Bryan Chapell
Bryan Chapell, Grace at Work: Redeeming the Grind & the Glory of Your Job (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 233 pp. Grace at Work: Redeeming the Grind & the Glory of Your Job by Bryan Chapell is a deeply encouraging book that addresses the topic of vocation. Chapell draws on Scripture to help readers understand theContinue reading “Grace at Work – Bryan Chapell”
The Day of Trouble – Joey Tomlinson (2022)
Like a vicious boa constrictor, depression slowly squeezes hope from its victims. Some people struggle in the shadows; others seek help from a counselor, pastor, or physician. Joey Tomlinson’s new book, The Day of Trouble, addresses the topic of depression with biblical clarity and pastoral sensitivity. Tomlinson acknowledges that depression may stem from personal sin. ButContinue reading “The Day of Trouble – Joey Tomlinson (2022)”
Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church
Holly Pivec and R. Douglas Geivett, Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church (Nashville: B&H Publishing, 2022), 257 pp. Turn on the radio or walk into almost any evangelical church. One of the first things you will hear are songs by Bethel Worship or Jesus Culture.Continue reading “Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church”
Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel – A.S. Ibrahim
A.S Ibrahim, Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 176 pp. God loves Muslims! This theme runs throughout A.S. Ibrahim’s new book, Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel. Dr. Ibrahim grew up in Egypt and trusted Christ at an early age. He is uniquely qualified, then, to write authoritatively aboutContinue reading “Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel – A.S. Ibrahim”
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