John Piper, Why I Love the Apostle Paul (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 204 pp. The aim of John Piper’s most recent book is to help readers get to know Paul the apostle. Piper’s motive is that Paul’s “God-entranced soul and his unparalleled vision of Jesus Christ and the authenticity of his life would move you toContinue reading “Why I Love the Apostle Paul – John Piper (2019)”
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Finding Truth – Nancy Pearcey (2015)
Finding Truth, by Nancy Pearcey is another fine contribution that deserves to be read. The author maintains with Romans 1 that all people have access to general revelation. As such: We all have access to evidence for God through creation. We all suppress the evidence for God from creation. We all create idols to takeContinue reading “Finding Truth – Nancy Pearcey (2015)”
On the Road With St. Augustine – James K.A. Smith (2019)
James K.A. Smith, On the Road With Saint Augustine: A Real-World Spirituality for Restless Hearts (Grand Rapids: Brazos Press, 2019), 240 pp. The postmodern prophet and rock star, Bono Vox laments, “I have run, I have crawled, I have scaled these city walls, these city walls, only to be with you. But I still haven’tContinue reading “On the Road With St. Augustine – James K.A. Smith (2019)”
Don’t Lose Heart: Gospel Hope for the Discouraged Soul – Jason Meyer
Jason Meyer, Don’t Lose Heart: Gospel Hope for the Discouraged Soul (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2019), 154 pp. Everyone faces discouragement, some more than others. More extreme examples of discouragement have many faces – chronic anxiety, fear, panic attacks, and depression are only a few manifestations of discouragement. Jason Meyer addresses the epidemic of discouragementContinue reading “Don’t Lose Heart: Gospel Hope for the Discouraged Soul – Jason Meyer”
Death By Living – N.D. Wilson (2013)
Grasshoppers, swings, dirt, traffic jams, puppy dogs, and blue skies. N.D. Wilson appears to be captivated by everyday objects and everyday situations. He appears to be captivated by life. Living life is what his new book is meant to convey – really living life. But living also means dying. So the author wordsmiths his wayContinue reading “Death By Living – N.D. Wilson (2013)”
Walking With Jesus on Campus – Stephen Kellough (2019)
Stephen Kellough, Walking With Jesus on Campus (Chicago: Moody Press, 2019), 183 pp. One of the most invigorating seasons of life is during college. New friends, new terrain, and educational opportunities provide are the new proving grounds. But college life is also a training ground. The rigors and pressure of academics, athletics, and complex relationshipContinue reading “Walking With Jesus on Campus – Stephen Kellough (2019)”
Against the Darkness: The Doctrine of Angels, Satan, and Demons – Graham A. Cole (2019)
Graham A. Cole, Against the Darkness: The Doctrine of Angels, Satan, and Demons (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 249. Against the Darkness: The Doctrine of Angels, Satan, and Demons by Graham A. Cole is the most recent installment in Crossway’s Foundations of Evangelical Theology series, edited by John S. Feinberg. I have been reading these volumes sinceContinue reading “Against the Darkness: The Doctrine of Angels, Satan, and Demons – Graham A. Cole (2019)”
Becoming C.S. Lewis – Harry Lee Poe (2019)
Harry Lee Poe, Becoming C.S. Lewis (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 299 pp. Very few people would dispute the idea that C.S. Lewis was one of the most influential Christian figures of the twentieth-century. His writings captivated the attention of young and old alike. He approach to apologetics drew the ire of atheists and bolstered believers. WhileContinue reading “Becoming C.S. Lewis – Harry Lee Poe (2019)”
25 MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS
Often I am asked, “What are the most influential books in your life?” While the Bible is obviously the most influential book in my life, I offer twenty-five more that should be required reading for every Christ-follower. Some titles do not include reviews, since I read these before my blogging days. # 1 THE DOCTRINEContinue reading “25 MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS”
My Favorite Reads in 2019
2019 was a fantastic year for books. My favorite reads are listed in order below: On the Road with Saint Augustine – James K.A. Smith Reenchanting Humanity: A Theology of Mankind – Owen Strachan Emblem of the Infinite King – J. Ryan Lister Competing Spectacles: Treasuring Christ in the Media Age – Tony Reinke TheContinue reading “My Favorite Reads in 2019”
Veritas et Lux 