Paul E. Miller, A Praying Church: Becoming a People of Hope in a Discouraging World (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 279 pp. Ask any Christian if they are satisfied with their prayer life. Ask any pastor if he is satisfied with the emphasis on prayer in the church he pastors. Most responses will be discouraging. HenceContinue reading “A Praying Church – Paul E. Miller”
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The Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem of Spiritual Abuse in the Church – Michael J. Kruger
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”
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”
Come, Lord Jesus – John Piper
John Piper, Come, Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Second Coming of Christ (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 304 pp. The second coming of Christ is a critical theme that emerges in the New Testament. Tragically, the blessed hope is often eclipsed by love for things of the world. John Piper sets out to challenge this problemContinue reading “Come, Lord Jesus – John Piper”
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”
Be Killing Sin
Don’t miss this special sale on the Kindle version of Be Killing Sin. Now only $2.99! Endorsements “Be Killing Sin is a heart-penetrating read and profitable for both new and seasoned believers who sincerely desire to be exhorted regarding the danger of personal sin and educated in the biblical means of defeating sin in theirContinue reading “Be Killing Sin”
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”
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