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 demonstrate their allegiance toContinue reading “Reformed Systematic Theology: Church and Last Things, volume 4 – Joel Beeke and Gary Smalley”
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Loving Your Adult Children – Gaye B. Clark
Gaye B. Clark, Loving Your Adult Children: The Heartache of Parenting and the Hope of the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 163 pp. Relationships can be complex. Sometimes the connection between a parent and an adult child can be especially challenging. Gaye Clark helps unpack some helpful solutions in her book, Loving Your Adult Children.Continue reading “Loving Your Adult Children – Gaye B. Clark”
Ruined Sinners to Reclaim – David & Jonathan Gibson, ed.
David Gibson & Jonathan Gibson, Ed., Ruined Sinners to Reclaim (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 998 pp. In 2013, Crossway Books published From Heaven He Came and Sought Her: Definite Atonement in Historical, Biblical, Theological, and Pastoral Perspective edited by David Gibson and Jonathan Gibson. This formidable work was widely received and eventually became the firstContinue reading “Ruined Sinners to Reclaim – David & Jonathan Gibson, ed.”
The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment – Thomas R. Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner, The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 145 pp. Justice is a hot topic in our world. Distinguishing between that which is just and unjust touches at the core of humanity. Of even greater importance, however is the justice of God. ThomasContinue reading “The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment – Thomas R. Schreiner”
Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit – R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix
R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix, Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 148 pp. Shepherding the people of God is a multi-faceted task. Pastors are called upon to lead, feed, love, and protect the people of God. R. Scott Pace and Jim Shahddix understand this weighty responsibility and haveContinue reading “Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit – R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix”
Predestination: An Introduction – Andrew David Nasseli
Andrew David Nasseli, Predestination: An Introduction (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 240 pp. The Bible says that God chose some people in eternity past (Eph. 1:3-4; 1 Tim. 1:9; 1 Pet. 1:1-2). Many Scriptures build a strong case for the doctrine of predestination. Yet many people struggle with the important doctrine. In his book Predestination: AnContinue reading “Predestination: An Introduction – Andrew David Nasseli”
The Pastor as Leader – John Currie
John Currie, The Pastor as Leader (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 220 pp. Pastoral ministry is a grind. Ask any pastor and he will tell you about long weeks, challenging scenarios, critical congregants, and a plethora of problems that occur on a regular basis. Pastors are often lulled into succumbing to the tyranny of the urgent.Continue reading “The Pastor as Leader – John Currie”
HERE I STAND
On this date, in 1521, Martin Luther made his bold stand at the Diet of Worms. Prior to entering the city, Luther remarked, “Unless I am held by force, or Caesar revokes his invitation, I will enter Worms under the banner of Christ against the gates of hell.” The Roman Catholic Church pleaded for himContinue reading “HERE I STAND”
Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World – Thomas Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner, Covenant and God’s Purpose For the World, Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2017, 136 pp. $9.97 Biblical theology is the discipline that reveals the storyline of Scripture. It looks at the big picture, which begins at creation and culminates with the new earth, where God makes all things new. “The purpose of biblical theology,” accordingContinue reading “Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World – Thomas Schreiner”
Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe
Voddie Baucham, Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe (Washington D.C.: Salem Books, 2021), 251 pp. Trouble has been brewing for some while now. Social justice warriors have taken to the streets, courtroom, and universities. Most recently, social justice has penetrated the church walls. While many applaud the social justice movement, includingContinue reading “Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe”
Veritas et Lux 