Tony Reinke, God, Technology, and the Christian Life (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 316 pp. God, Technology, and the Christian Life by Tony Reinke addresses an important topic that affects a vast number of readers. The title conjures images of Christ-followers who jettison technology and seek refuge in a monastery. But nothing could be further fromContinue reading “God, Technology, and the Christian Life – Tony Reinke”
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Democracy: Stories from the Long Road to Freedom – Condoleezza Rice
The Puritan, John Winthrop spoke of America as “the city on a hill” as he gazed upon the shores of his new home from the confines of his ship, the Arbella. President Ronald Reagan inspired freedom lovers around the world as he too spoke in glowing terms of this “city on a hill.” Winthrop and ReaganContinue reading “Democracy: Stories from the Long Road to Freedom – Condoleezza Rice”
Last Act: The Final Years and Emerging Legacy of Ronald Reagan – Craig Shirley (2015)
The legacy of President Ronald Reagan is securely established in history. Liberals can scoff and moan but the fact remains; Ronald Wilson Reagan is one of the most influential Americans of all time. Indeed, Reagan is not only one of the loved and respected presidents in American history; he is also one of the mostContinue reading “Last Act: The Final Years and Emerging Legacy of Ronald Reagan – Craig Shirley (2015)”
The Faith of Ronald Reagan – Mary Beth Brown
Mary Beth Brown honors the life and legacy of the fortieth president in her book, The Faith of Ronald Reagan. The Faith of Ronald Reagan uncovers what most books on the former President miss – a deep trust and reliance on the sovereign God of the universe. The author explores the faith of Reagan’s motherContinue reading “The Faith of Ronald Reagan – Mary Beth Brown”
When Character Was King: A Story of Ronald Reagan – Peggy Noonan
A number of years ago, I began devouring books about my favorite president, Ronald Reagan When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan emerges as one of the most thoughtful and inspiring books about the former president. Noonan paints a compelling portrait of President Reagan; a portrait that is an exceedingly human portrayal of a manContinue reading “When Character Was King: A Story of Ronald Reagan – Peggy Noonan”
Providence – John Piper
John Piper, Providence (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2021), 710 pp. 2020-2021 were a years of pain, suffering, and anguish. COVID-19 impacted countless lives, crushed the economy, overwhelmed our health care system, and influenced the presidential election. By mid-December, the virus claimed over 300,000 lives in the United States alone. We were told what is classified asContinue reading “Providence – John Piper”
Spineless: Restoring Courage and Conviction to the People of God
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 a carefully crafted plan for recovering lost ground in our generation. And it presents biblicalContinue reading “Spineless: Restoring Courage and Conviction to the People of God”
Called to Preach – Steven J. Lawson
Steven J. Lawson, Called to Preach (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2022), 203 pp. Etched into the fabric of the cosmos is a special call. This call is the highest responsibility that any man will ever receive. This is the call to preach God’s Word. In his most recent book, Called to Preach: Fulfilling the HighContinue reading “Called to Preach – Steven J. Lawson”
LIBERTY AND TYRANNY: A Conservative Manifesto – Mark Levin
Mark Levin’s book, Liberty and Tyranny made quite a splash when it was originally published in 2009. Even though the book is a bit dated now, I think it’s relevance is even greater now that President Obama’s failed policies have taken root. The rotten fruit of liberalism litters the American landscape – conservatives are facedContinue reading “LIBERTY AND TYRANNY: A Conservative Manifesto – Mark Levin”
Reenchanting Humanity: A Theology of Mankind – Owen Strachan
Owen Strachan, Reenchanting Humanity: A Theology of Mankind (Geanies House: Christian Focus Publications, 2019), 418 pp. I was recently asked by a parishioner to evaluate a professing Christian author. My response was tenuous as the author under consideration is notoriously difficult to nail down. Is he a Calvinist or an Arminian? A Complementarian or anContinue reading “Reenchanting Humanity: A Theology of Mankind – Owen Strachan”