I have been on the lookout for a good book to read with my ten-year old son. Fathers and Sons Stand Fast in the Way of Truth by Douglas Bond is the book I’ve been looking for. The author addresses a host of issues that young men need to think through, evaluate, and determine whereContinue reading “FATHERS AND SONS: STAND FAST IN THE WAY OF TRUTH – Douglas Bond (2008)”
Category Archives: Discipleship
The Prodigal God – Tim Keller (2008)
Sometimes big things do come in small packages. The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Tim Keller is one of those “big things.” Keller tackles the Parable of the Prodigal Son. His approach confronts the typical interpretation that fixates on the sin of the younger brother in Christ’s parable – theContinue reading “The Prodigal God – Tim Keller (2008)”
CHURCH PLANTER – Darren Patrick (2010)
Church Planter, by Darrin Patrick is an insightful look at one of the most important activities for Christians living in New Testament times. The author carefully organizes his book in three broad categories: The Man, The Message, and the Mission THE MAN In part one, Patrick makes a strong case for men who are biblicallyContinue reading “CHURCH PLANTER – Darren Patrick (2010)”
DISCIPLINES OF A GODLY MAN – Kent Hughes
Disciplines of a Godly Man is written with the expressed purpose of developing godliness in the life of men. The book is based on Paul’s admonition to the young pastor Timothy: “Discipline yourselves for the purpose of godliness” (1 Tim. 4:7). The book begins and ends with the subject of discipline. Like bookends that encaseContinue reading “DISCIPLINES OF A GODLY MAN – Kent Hughes”
IF YOU BITE AND DEVOUR ONE ANOTHER – Alexander Strauch (2011)
Alexander Strauch serves up another “New York Steak” in his latest work, If You Bite & Devour Another. Galatians 5:15 is the passage that drives the book as he sets forth biblical principles for dealing with conflict. Strauch offers readers a ten step process for handling conflict in a biblical and practical manner. The foundationalContinue reading “IF YOU BITE AND DEVOUR ONE ANOTHER – Alexander Strauch (2011)”
NOTE TO SELF: The Discipline of Preaching to Yourself – Joe Thorn (2011)
I will never forget the first time I read the maxim, “Preach the gospel to yourself” in a Jerry Bridges book. What originally appeared counter-intuitive turned out to be an important exercise in humility and a constant reminder of the grace that saved me and enables me to live the Christian life each day –Continue reading “NOTE TO SELF: The Discipline of Preaching to Yourself – Joe Thorn (2011)”
THE NEXT STORY: Life and Faith After the Digital Explosion – Tim Challies (2011)
Tim Challies is an author who needs no introduction. His blog, Informing the Reforming (www.challies.com) boasts thousands of readers, most of whom appreciate Challies’ thoughtful posts, penetrating book reviews, and his heart for the things of God. Challies not only has a deep understanding of God’s Word and culture; he has an ability to communicateContinue reading “THE NEXT STORY: Life and Faith After the Digital Explosion – Tim Challies (2011)”
AS IRON SHARPENS IRON – Howard and William Hendricks
As Iron Sharpens Iron attempts to explain and sell the concept of mentoring. The stated goal of the authors is to see thousands of readers develop mentoring relationships as a result of reading the material. The authors hope to steer as many men as possible into vital relationships that produce and reproduce godly men. TheContinue reading “AS IRON SHARPENS IRON – Howard and William Hendricks”
GROUNDED IN THE GOSPEL: Building Believers the Old-Fashioned Way – J.I. Packer and Gary Parrett (2010)
J.I. Packer and Gary Parrett are concerned about the current condition of the church. They have written Grounded in the Gospel in order to reignite a passion for catechizing believers in the Christian faith. The practice of catechesis finds its roots in the Old Testament: “You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shallContinue reading “GROUNDED IN THE GOSPEL: Building Believers the Old-Fashioned Way – J.I. Packer and Gary Parrett (2010)”
THE WALK: Steps for New and Renewed Followers of Jesus – Stephen Smallman (2009)
When I coached tennis in college I placed a tremendous amount of stress on fundamentals. My players were filled with chagrin when I told them to leave their racquets at home. The reason: We would devote ourselves to fundamentals of good tennis before we ever stepped onto the court. Understanding the fundamentals are important inContinue reading “THE WALK: Steps for New and Renewed Followers of Jesus – Stephen Smallman (2009)”
Veritas et Lux 