One of the thorniest theological dilemmas in my mind concerns two systems of thought, namely, Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology. God found me and saved me by his grace in a Conservative Baptist Church that was heavily influenced by Classical Dispensationalism. With the arrival of the third pastor, I learned the distinction between the church andContinue reading “KINGDOM THROUGH COVENANT – Peter Gentry and Stephen Wellum (2012)”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
THE CASE FOR CHRIST – Lee Strobel
The Case For Christ by Lee Strobel, a former atheistic journalist turned pastor, retraces his spiritual journey by interviewing thirteen leading scholars and authorities. Strobel asks penetrating questions and forces these scholars to defend their views with solid data and argumentation. He plays the role of “devil’s advocate” and asks questions that a typical skepticContinue reading “THE CASE FOR CHRIST – Lee Strobel”
DELIGHTING IN THE TRINITY – Tim Chester (2010)
Delighting in the Trinity by Tim Chester is a welcome addition to the growing number of titles from the folks at the Good Book Company. This impressive British organization is committed to the advancement of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Their commitment is reflected in a consistent stream of solid material designed to strengthen disciplesContinue reading “DELIGHTING IN THE TRINITY – Tim Chester (2010)”
GOSPEL WAKEFULNESS – Jared C. Wilson (2011)
In the 1746, Jonathan Edwards wrote Religious Affections (See my Review) – one of the most significant books ever written. Edwards’ thesis is plain: “True religion, in great part, consists in holy affections.” Gospel Wakefulness by Jared C. Wilson explores similar themes. His thesis is a complement to Edwards: “Gospel wakefulness means treasuring Christ more greatlyContinue reading “GOSPEL WAKEFULNESS – Jared C. Wilson (2011)”
THE FORGOTTEN GOD – Francis Chan (2009)
Forgotten God by Francis Chan is an introductory book about the person and work of the Holy Spirit. The subtitle describes the essence of the book, namely – Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit. Many churches through fear or ignorance have done just Chan suggests; they have neglected the Holy Spirit. And theContinue reading “THE FORGOTTEN GOD – Francis Chan (2009)”
THE FORGOTTEN TRINITY – James White (1998)
The Forgotten Trinity: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by James White is a book that deserves to be read. Sometimes a given book slips under the radar screen and fails to receive the credit it deserves. Dr. White’s book falls in this category. Christian readers are missing out if they have neglected thisContinue reading “THE FORGOTTEN TRINITY – James White (1998)”
KILLING KENNEDY – Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard (2012)
Evidently, Bill O’Reilly loves writing about presidential assassinations. And he’s actually very good at it. One of the many strengths of Killing Lincoln was O’Reilly’s objectivity and lack of political banter. The same holds true for his newest work, Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot. Many reviewers will disagree and accuse O’Reilly of partisanship or naivelyContinue reading “KILLING KENNEDY – Bill O’Reilly and Martin Dugard (2012)”
MAKING SENSE OF THE TRINITY – Millard J. Erickson (2000)
Making Sense of the Trinity by Millard Erickson is a basic book that asks three profound questions: 1. Is the doctrine of the Trinity biblical? 2. Does the doctrine of the Trinity make sense? 3. Does the Doctrine of the Trinity make any difference? Erickson succeeds in answering each question in the affirmative. He unpacksContinue reading “MAKING SENSE OF THE TRINITY – Millard J. Erickson (2000)”
OUR TRIUNE GOD: Living in the Love of the Three-In-One – Philip Graham Ryken and Michael LeFebvre (2011)
Philip Graham Ryken and Michael LeFebvre add to the growing list of books on the doctrine of the Trinity with their release, Our Triune God. Their work focusses on the essence of the Trinity – how the Trinity saves, the mysterious nature of the Trinity, how the Trinity relates to the Christian life, and the joyContinue reading “OUR TRIUNE GOD: Living in the Love of the Three-In-One – Philip Graham Ryken and Michael LeFebvre (2011)”
GOD’S PASSION FOR HIS GLORY – John Piper (1998)
Some books are worth reading again and again. John Piper’s excellent work is such a book. God’s Passion for His Glory: Living the Vision of Jonathan Edwards is composed of two parts. Part One is a Personal Encounter with Jonathan Edwards. Part Two is a republication of Jonathan Edwards magisterial work, The End for Which God CreatedContinue reading “GOD’S PASSION FOR HIS GLORY – John Piper (1998)”
Veritas et Lux 