Alistair McGrath, Narrative Apologetics: Sharing the Relevance, Joy, and Wonder of the Christian Faith (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2019), 167 pp. Alistair McGrath is no stranger to the field of apologetics. He as penned some noteworthy books that are widely read and utilized by Christ-followers around the world. His most recent work, Narrative Apologetics isContinue reading “Narrative Apologetics – Alistair McGrath (2019)”
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Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat – Andrew Wilson (2019)
Andrew Wilson, Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 32 pp. It is rare to find a children’s book that contains a combination of stunning artwork, creative writing, and orthodox theology. Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat by Andrew Wilson, achieves all three of these objectives. First, the illustrations by Helena Perez Garcia instantly captureContinue reading “Sophie and the Heidelberg Cat – Andrew Wilson (2019)”
The Eclipse of the Gospel and the School of Hard Knox
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A Powerful Man I stood in the shadow of St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland. Clouds gathered overhead and people walked curiously through the front doors. Here, the famous reformer, John Knox faithfully tended the flock until his death in 1572. Once inside this massive cathedral, I was transfixed…
The Pursuit of Excellence – George Sweeting
George Sweeting, The Pursuit of Excellence (Chicago: Moody Press, 2019), 196 pp. Our days are characterized by a general lack of discipline and lethargy. Even many Christians have been afflicted by mediocrity and aimlessness. Dr. George Sweeting’s recent book, The Pursuit of Excellence is an encouragement for anyone weary of these troubling trends. Sweeting isContinue reading “The Pursuit of Excellence – George Sweeting”
Not Home Yet – Ian K. Smith
Ian K. Smith, Not Home Yet (Wheaton: Crossway, 2019), 167 pp. One of the recent encouraging developments in the church is an interest in biblical theology. 2 Peter 3:13 says, “According to his promise we are waiting for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells.” This grand promise is the theme ofContinue reading “Not Home Yet – Ian K. Smith”
Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking – Raleigh Sadler (2019)
Raleigh Sadler, Vulnerable (Nashville: B&H Publishing Group, 2019), 267 pp. “Preach the gospel – and if necessary use words.” This pithy quote by St. Francis of Assisi has captured the hearts and minds of many. The sentiment sounds right and may even feel right but fails in the final analysis to do justice to theContinue reading “Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking – Raleigh Sadler (2019)”
Letters to My Students: On Preaching (Vol. 1) – Jason Allen (2019)
Jason K. Allen, Letters to My Students – On Preaching (Vol. 1) (Nashville: B&H Publishing Group, 2019), 173 pp. In 1869, Charles Haddon Spurgeon published Lectures to My Students. The book is packed with preaching helps and anecdotes that pastors have benefited from for almost one hundred and fifty years. Jason Allen, president of MidwesternContinue reading “Letters to My Students: On Preaching (Vol. 1) – Jason Allen (2019)”
Free to Focus – Michael Hyatt
Michael Hyatt, Free to Focus (Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2019), 250 pp. The subtitle of Michael Hyatt’s newest book, Free to Focus is a fitting summary of the content – A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less. Readers familiar with Hyatt know that he has created a unique reputation as being aContinue reading “Free to Focus – Michael Hyatt”
A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin
Pick up a copy of my latest book for less than a buck in this Amazon Kindle Countdown! https://www.amazon.com/Godward-Gaze-Holy-Pursuit-Calvin-ebook/dp/B07SJJM1GP/ref=tmm_kin_title_sr?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1565006219&sr=8-1 A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin is a snapshot of a man on mission. It is about one man who set his sights on the Celestial City and never looked back. His nameContinue reading “A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin”
A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin
I am happy to announce that the Kindle version of my latest book, A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin is available for 0.99 cents for a limited time. https://www.amazon.com/Godward-Gaze-Holy-Pursuit-Calvin-ebook/dp/B07SJJM1GP/ref=tmm_kin_title_sr?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1564624486&sr=8-1 A Godward Gaze is a snapshot of a man on a mission. It is about one man who set his sights on theContinue reading “A Godward Gaze: The Holy Pursuit of John Calvin”
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