Matthew Y. Emerson and Brandon D. Smith, Beholding the Triune God: The Inseparable Work of Father, Son, and Spirit (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 142 pp. One of the most important subjects for Christians to consider is the doctrine of the holy Trinity. St. Augustine wrote, “And I would make this pious and safe agreement …Continue reading “Beholding the Triune God: The Inseparable Work of Father, Son, and Spirit – Matthew Y. Emerson and Brandon D. Smith”
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The Unhurried Pastor – Brian Croft and Ronnie Martin
Brian Croft and Ronnie Martin, The Unhurried Pastor (The Good Book Company, 2024), 173 pp. Pastoral ministry moves at a breakneck pace. Tragically, many pastors begin their ministries in crisis mode and never turn back. The results are usually devastating. Some pastors leave the ministry, discouraged. Others succumb to sin and leave the ministry defeated.Continue reading “The Unhurried Pastor – Brian Croft and Ronnie Martin”
Tracing God’s Story: An Introduction to Biblical Theology – Jon Nielson
Jon Nielson, Tracing God’s Story: An Introduction to Biblical Theology (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 359 pp. Tracing God’s Story by Jon Nielson is a helpful introduction to biblical theology that reaches across a diversity of interest levels and educational backgrounds. The book is basic enough for newcomers to biblical theology but contains enough detail toContinue reading “Tracing God’s Story: An Introduction to Biblical Theology – Jon Nielson”
On the Christian Life: A New Translation – John Calvin
John Calvin, On the Christian Life: A New Translation (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 73 pp. John Calvin was a man with holy pursuits. He was a man with a Godward gaze. His pilgrimage began in Noyon, France on July 10, 1509. His mother died when he was only five years of age. In 1521, CalvinContinue reading “On the Christian Life: A New Translation – John Calvin”
Grace Defined and Defended – Kevin DeYoung
Kevin DeYoung, Grace Defined and Defended (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 130 pp. Whenever Kevin DeYoung pens a book, I devour it – quickly. DeYoung writes with biblical precision. He writes with clarity. And his writing exalts the Lord Jesus Christ. His latest book, Grace Defined & Defended is no exception. This short book is a summaryContinue reading “Grace Defined and Defended – Kevin DeYoung”
What Does Depression Mean for My Faith? – Kathryn Butler
Kathryn Butler, What Does Depression Mean for my Faith? (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 61 pp. Depression is an ongoing challenge for many people. The solutions range far and wide. Dr. Kathryn Butler cuts through the fog of confusion and uncertainty and offers real hope in her book, What Does Depression Mean for my Faith? TheContinue reading “What Does Depression Mean for My Faith? – Kathryn Butler”
Shepherds For Sale – Megan Basham
Megan Basham, Shepherds For Sale (New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 2024), 319 pp. Jude warned the first-century church to “contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3). To contend involves a fight with adversaries. It requires passion and zeal for the truth. Jude was not a conspiracy theorist. NorContinue reading “Shepherds For Sale – Megan Basham”
Who Are You? – Christina Fox
Christian Fox, Who Are You? (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024). The question of identity is a hot topic in our culture. The answers to these basic questions help establish one’s trajectory and worldview. Tragically, many people are receiving answers that are out of step with the Word of God, especially children. Who Are You? by ChristianContinue reading “Who Are You? – Christina Fox”
Unity: Striving Side by Side for the Gospel – Conrad Mbewe
Conrad Mbewe, Unity: Striving Side by Side for the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 113 pp. “Unity at all costs” is the subtle battle cry we hear in many churches these days. The not-so-subtle demand for tolerance that the world’s system demands has been adopted, to the great detriment of the church. Thankfully, not everyoneContinue reading “Unity: Striving Side by Side for the Gospel – Conrad Mbewe”
Reformed Systematic Theology: Church and Last Things, Vol. 4 – Joel Beeke and Gary Smalley
Joel R. Beeke and Paul M. Smalley, Reformed Systematic Theology: Church and Last Things, volume 4 (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 1360 pp. Reformed Systematic Theology: Church and Last Things: Church and Last Things by Joel Beeke and Paul Smalley concludes their four volume study. Like the other three works, these authors show their allegiance toContinue reading “Reformed Systematic Theology: Church and Last Things, Vol. 4 – Joel Beeke and Gary Smalley”
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