COMMENDING JONATHAN EDWARDS I will never forget a very special evening with a small group of Christ-followers at the McLean home. My good friend, Don suggested that we read Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God by Jonathan Edwards in one sitting – on our knees. And so a group of middle-aged adults gathered in Don’sContinue reading “Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God – Brian Zahnd”
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Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – N.D. Wilson
N.D. Wilson, Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl, Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2009, 197 pp. Notes From the Tilt-a-Whirl, by N.D. Wilson is a fascinating look at God’s creation from a creative perspective. Several features are worth noting. First, Wilson reminds readers of the importance of a personal Creator: “For those who believe in ex nihilo creation, the worldContinue reading “Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – N.D. Wilson”
The Joy of Hearing – Thomas Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner, The Joy of Hearing: A Theology of the Book of Revelation (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2021), 203 pp. I had a professor in Bible College who made a dogmatic recommendation one day in class: “Select an eschatological position and stick with it. Resist the urge to read about the other positions.” It wasContinue reading “The Joy of Hearing – Thomas Schreiner”
Luther and the Reformation – R.C. Sproul
R.C. Sproul, Luther and the Reformation (Sanford: Ligonier Ministries, 2021), 112 pp. Luther and the Reformation by R.C. Sproul is a short overview of the events that shook the world in the sixteenth century. Dr. Sproul surveys the iconic life of Martin Luther, Roman Catholic monk turned evangelical theologian. He traces Luther’s steps from theContinue reading “Luther and the Reformation – R.C. Sproul”
The Eclipse of the Gospel and the School of Hard Knox
A Powerful Man I stood in the shadow of St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland. Clouds gathered overhead and people walked curiously through the front doors. Here, the famous reformer, John Knox faithfully tended the flock until his death in 1572. Once inside this massive cathedral, I was transfixed by the sheer beauty of thisContinue reading “The Eclipse of the Gospel and the School of Hard Knox”
The Bible Convictions of John Wycliffe – Steven J. Lawson
Steven J. Lawson, The Bible Convictions of John Wycliffe (Sanford: Ligonier Ministries, 2021), 212 pp. The Council of Constance condemned him as a heretic on May 4, 1415. His writings were banned and he was condemned on 260 different counts and posthumously excommunicated. That is, he was banished from the church after his death. PopeContinue reading “The Bible Convictions of John Wycliffe – Steven J. Lawson”
The Local Church – Edward Klink
Edward W. Klink, The Local Church (Wheaton: Crossway, 2021), 172 pp. The church stands at the very center of God’s redemptive purposes. Yet there is much misunderstanding about the church in our day. Some people downplay the importance of the church. Others are critical of the notion of church membership. Edward W. Klink intends toContinue reading “The Local Church – Edward Klink”
A Tribute to R.C. Sproul
On December 14, 2017 Dr. R.C. Sproul entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dr. Sproul was a graduate of Westminster College (B.A. in Philosophy), Pittsburgh Theological Seminary (B.D.), Free University of Amsterdam (Drs.) and received additional recognition from Geneva College (Litt. D) and Grove City College (L.H.D.) in 1993. Dr.Continue reading “A Tribute to R.C. Sproul”
Isaiah For You – Tim Chester
Tim Chester, Isaiah For You (Epsom, Surrey: The Good Book Company, 2021), 227 pp. Isaiah For You, by Tim Chester is the latest installment in the God’s Word For You series. This series is designed to help readers learn biblical content and make direct application to their hearts. Each book in the series strives toContinue reading “Isaiah For You – Tim Chester”
Good News of Great Joy – John Piper
John Piper, Good News of Great Joy (Wheaton: Crossway, 2021), 141 pp. Every time John Piper rests the nib of his pen on a piece of parchment, the church benefits in spades. His latest offering, Good News of Great Joy: 25 Devotional Readings for Advent is no exception. Each short devotional is drawn from aContinue reading “Good News of Great Joy – John Piper”
Veritas et Lux 