Paul E. Miller, A Praying Church: Becoming a People of Hope in a Discouraging World (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 279 pp. Ask any Christian if they are satisfied with their prayer life. Ask any pastor if he is satisfied with the emphasis on prayer in the church he pastors. Most responses will be discouraging. HenceContinue reading “A Praying Church – Paul E. Miller”
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Evangelical Pharisees – Michael Reeves (2023)
Michael Reeves, Evangelical Pharisees: The Gospel as the Cure for the Church’s Hypocrisy (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 112 pp. Evangelicals can be accused of many things. But of the most offensive things to be accused of is being a Pharisee. These ancient “high-brow theologians” knew their Bibles and worked hard at being religious, yet JesusContinue reading “Evangelical Pharisees – Michael Reeves (2023)”
Come, Lord Jesus – John Piper
John Piper, Come, Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Second Coming of Christ (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2023), 304 pp. The second coming of Christ is a critical theme that emerges in the New Testament. Tragically, the blessed hope is often eclipsed by love for things of the world. John Piper sets out to challenge this problemContinue reading “Come, Lord Jesus – John Piper”
The Dawning of Redemption – Ian J. Vaillancourt
Ian J. Vaillancourt, The Dawning of Redemption: The Story of the Pentateuch and the Hope of the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 224 pp. After the creation of Adam, God spoke in clear terms to the first man: “And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, “You may surely eat of every tree of theContinue reading “The Dawning of Redemption – Ian J. Vaillancourt”
Grace at Work – Bryan Chapell
Bryan Chapell, Grace at Work: Redeeming the Grind & the Glory of Your Job (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 233 pp. Grace at Work: Redeeming the Grind & the Glory of Your Job by Bryan Chapell is a deeply encouraging book that addresses the topic of vocation. Chapell draws on Scripture to help readers understand theContinue reading “Grace at Work – Bryan Chapell”
The Day of Trouble – Joey Tomlinson (2022)
Like a vicious boa constrictor, depression slowly squeezes hope from its victims. Some people struggle in the shadows; others seek help from a counselor, pastor, or physician. Joey Tomlinson’s new book, The Day of Trouble, addresses the topic of depression with biblical clarity and pastoral sensitivity. Tomlinson acknowledges that depression may stem from personal sin. ButContinue reading “The Day of Trouble – Joey Tomlinson (2022)”
Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church
Holly Pivec and R. Douglas Geivett, Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church (Nashville: B&H Publishing, 2022), 257 pp. Turn on the radio or walk into almost any evangelical church. One of the first things you will hear are songs by Bethel Worship or Jesus Culture.Continue reading “Counterfeit Kingdom: The Dangers of New Revelation, New Prophets, and New Age Practices in the Church”
Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel – A.S. Ibrahim
A.S Ibrahim, Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2022), 176 pp. God loves Muslims! This theme runs throughout A.S. Ibrahim’s new book, Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel. Dr. Ibrahim grew up in Egypt and trusted Christ at an early age. He is uniquely qualified, then, to write authoritatively aboutContinue reading “Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor With the Gospel – A.S. Ibrahim”
The Precious Blood – Dustin Benge (2022)
Dustin Benge, The Precious Blood (West Lorne: H&E Publishing, 2022), 149 pp. “Even before sin entered the human story, God, in his sovereign providence, provided the remedy – the blood of Christ.” So says Dustin Benge in his most recent work, The Precious Blood: The Benefits of the Atonement of Christ. The author invites readersContinue reading “The Precious Blood – Dustin Benge (2022)”
Luther’s Augustinian Theology of the Cross – Marco Barone
Marco Barone, Luther’s Augustinian Theology of the Cross (Eugene: Resource Publications, 2017), 145 pp. Luther’s Augustinian Theology of the Cross by Marco Barone is an illuminating examination of the Protestant Reformer’s view of the gospel. The author seeks to show how Luther’s view coincides with Augustine and ultimately agrees with Scripture. Barone makes good useContinue reading “Luther’s Augustinian Theology of the Cross – Marco Barone”
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