John MacArthur, The Gospel According to God, Wheaton: Crossway, 2018, 206 pp. $17.38 C.H. Spurgeon calls the fifty-third chapter of Isaiah “a Bible in miniature … the condensed essence of the gospel.” John MacArthur agrees refers to Isaiah 53 as “the most remarkable chapter in the Old Testament.” This is the grand theme of Dr.Continue reading “The Gospel According to God – John MacArthur (2018)”
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A History of Western Philosophy and Theology – John Frame (2015)
The Word of God is emphatic about our role as we enter the marketplace of ideas. The apostle Paul sounds the warning in Colossians 2:8 – “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not accordingContinue reading “A History of Western Philosophy and Theology – John Frame (2015)”
Kiss the Wave – Dave Furman
Dave Furman, Kiss the Wave: Embracing God in Your Trials Wheaton: Crossway, 2018, 159 pp $14.99 “I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me against the Rock of Ages,” said the British preacher, C.H. Spurgeon. Embracing trials in a God-honoring way is the theme of Dave Furman’s new book, Kiss the Wave. TheContinue reading “Kiss the Wave – Dave Furman”
The Preciousness of Time – Jonathan Edwards (1734)
Time is a precious commodity that must be treasured. Such is the argument in Jonathan Edward’s piece entitled, The Preciousness of Time and the Importance of Redeeming It. The subject of time was no stranger to Edwards. He thought about the “improvement” of time often. Even in his famous 70 resolutions, he addressed the matter of […]
Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Christian Belief – John Frame (2013)
How does one review a systematic theology by one of the leading minds of the evangelical world? How does one summarize the thoughts of a 1,100-page book that towers with truth; a book that takes readers to the top of the theological mountain? Anyone who attempts to read and devour Systematic Theology by John Frame […]
Graciousness: Tempering Truth With Love – John Crotts (2018)
John Crotts, Graciousness: Tempering Truth With Love Grand Rapids: Reformation Heritage Books, 2018, 137 pp. $14.00 The matter of truth is of utmost importance for the follower of Jesus Christ. However, sometimes a person with a passion for the truth has a tendency to “steamroll” the unsuspecting – the one who has either never learnedContinue reading “Graciousness: Tempering Truth With Love – John Crotts (2018)”
50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith – Gregg Allison (2018)
Gregg R. Allison, 50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith: A Guide to Understanding and Teaching Theology, Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2018, 426 pp. $19.36 I have been teaching theology for over twenty-five years. During that time span, I have been privileged to use some of the finest theological resources available. Contemporary books like WayneContinue reading “50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith – Gregg Allison (2018)”
Whatever Happened to the Gospel of Grace? – James Boice
James Boice. Whatever Happened to the Gospel of Grace? Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2001. 224 pp. $14.76 James Boice was the well-known pastor at Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. He held that post for thirty years, faithfully executing his duties with a primary emphasis on expository preaching. Dr. Boice loved the doctrines of grace. His sermons wereContinue reading “Whatever Happened to the Gospel of Grace? – James Boice”
ON FIRE FOR CHRIST: Remembering John Rogers (February 4, 1555)
The smell of burning flesh hung in the air. The villagers turned their heads and gasped. Stray dogs fled. The man’s wife wept bitterly. His children watched in horror and the smell burned their nostrils. The stench was a vivid reminder of who sat on the throne. Mary Tudor ruled with ironclad authority. Her subjectsContinue reading “ON FIRE FOR CHRIST: Remembering John Rogers (February 4, 1555)”
The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down – Albert Mohler (2018)
R. Albert Mohler, Jr. The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down Nashville: Nelson Books, 2018, 181 pp. $13.51 Americans understand the idea of revolution. It is a part of our collective DNA. However, many Americans stop short when spiritual revolution comes into view. Albert Mohler argues in his latest book that such a revolutionContinue reading “The Prayer That Turns the World Upside Down – Albert Mohler (2018)”
Veritas et Lux 