Ever since the days of the Enlightenment, faith and science have been in a perpetual war – both vying for supremacy – at least in the minds of some. Herein lies the importance of R.C. Sproul’s little book, What is Faith? Sproul’s book is the eighth in his Crucial Questions Series. “Faith” according to Hebrews 11:1Continue reading “WHAT IS FAITH? – R.C. Sproul (2010)”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
THE GRACE AWAKENING – Charles Swindoll (1990)
The Grace Awakening was one of the first significant books I read as a young Bible College student over twenty years ago. Rereading this excellent piece of work reminded me of the importance of grace in the daily grind of the Christian life. Swindoll reacts strongly to the heavy-handed legalistic tendencies that are so typicalContinue reading “THE GRACE AWAKENING – Charles Swindoll (1990)”
GODFORSAKEN – Dinesh D’Souza (2012)
Dr. Dinesh D’Souza serves as the President of King’s College. He is also a prolific writer. His newest work, Godforsaken picks up the theme of human suffering and the problem of evil. It is clear from the outset that the author is familiar with the various attempts to resolve the so-called “Achilles heel of theContinue reading “GODFORSAKEN – Dinesh D’Souza (2012)”
WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY GUILT? – R.C. Sproul (2011)
I cannot think of anyone who has done more to bring Reformed theology to center-stage than R.C. Sproul. This rock of the Christian faith has a unique way of communicating challenging theological concepts in understandable ways. His teaching gift is evident in his little book, What Can I Do With My Guilt? Sproul distinguishes betweenContinue reading “WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY GUILT? – R.C. Sproul (2011)”
UNDERSTANDING THE BIG PICTURE OF THE BIBLE – Wayne Grudem, Ed. (2012)
Understanding the Big Picture of the Bible, edited by Wayne Grudem is the resource that I needed as a first year Bible College student in the 80’s. The introduction by Vern Poythress is worth the price of the book. Dr. Poythress reveals the storyline of the Bible and skillfully unfolds God’s plan for redemptive history:Continue reading “UNDERSTANDING THE BIG PICTURE OF THE BIBLE – Wayne Grudem, Ed. (2012)”
A TALE OF TWO SONS – John MacArthur (2008)
A Tale of Two Sons by John MacArthur is a rich retelling of one of Jesus’ most popular parables – the parable of the prodigal son. MacArthur unpacks this powerful parable with typical skill. Details of the parable are explained. Misconceptions are cleared. The horror of sin exposed. The hypocrisy of the Pharisees’ is revealed.Continue reading “A TALE OF TWO SONS – John MacArthur (2008)”
DEAR TIMOTHY: Letters on Pastoral Ministry – Tom Ascol, Ed (2004)
Dear Timothy: Letters on Pastoral Ministry, edited by Tom Ascol includes twenty mock letters to a new pastor. Each letter is meant to inspire, educate, motivate, and admonish. Letters are written by seasoned pastors who have “run the bases” of pastoral ministry multiple times. Topics include matters of character, theological conviction, preaching, evangelism, worship, training,Continue reading “DEAR TIMOTHY: Letters on Pastoral Ministry – Tom Ascol, Ed (2004)”
JEREMY LIN: FAITH, JOY, AND BASKETBALL – Ted Cluck (2012)
Yesterday, I was listening to sports radio and the host commented, “The NFL has never been more popular.” Indeed, sports is an important part of American culture. Yet fewer and fewer athletes are worth emulating these days. Multi-million dollar contracts eclipse the need to demonstrate character on and off the field. More and more athletesContinue reading “JEREMY LIN: FAITH, JOY, AND BASKETBALL – Ted Cluck (2012)”
OF THE MORTIFICATION OF SIN IN BELIEVERS – John Owen (1658)
“Be killing sin or it will be killing you.” This crucial principle stands at the core of John Owen’s monumental work, “Of the Mortification of Sin in Believers.” This marks the first of four lengthy expositions in Volume 6: Temptation and Sin. The Puritan divine clearly sets forth the biblical case for mortification. Mortification isContinue reading “OF THE MORTIFICATION OF SIN IN BELIEVERS – John Owen (1658)”
THE GOSPEL AND THE MIND: Recovering and Shaping the Intellectual Life – Bradley G. Green (2010)
R.C. Sproul has stated, “We live in the most anti-intellectual period in church history.” Sproul’s words are right on target. His timely words are a sober reminder that once we have lost the Christian mind, we have lost all basis for discussion. Indeed, we have lost our basis for meaning and morality. When the epistemologicalContinue reading “THE GOSPEL AND THE MIND: Recovering and Shaping the Intellectual Life – Bradley G. Green (2010)”
Veritas et Lux 