Douglas Sean O’Donnell, Daily Liturgy Devotional: 40 Days of Worship and Prayer (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 255 pp. The Daily Liturgy Devotional: 40 Days of Worship and Prayer by Sean O’Donnell is a tool for our times. The book contains 40 days of material to meditate upon and lead worshippers into the throne room ofContinue reading “Daily Liturgy Devotional – Douglas Sean O’Donnell”
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When Character Was King: A Story of Ronald Reagan – Peggy Noonan (2001)
A number of years ago, I began devouring books about my favorite president. When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan emerges as one of the most thoughtful and inspiring books about the former president. Noonan paints a compelling portrait of President Reagan; a portrait that is an exceedingly human portrayal of a man who fearedContinue reading “When Character Was King: A Story of Ronald Reagan – Peggy Noonan (2001)”
The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary, vol. 1-4 – Christopher Ash
Christopher Ash, The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary, vol. 1-4 (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 2,800 pp. The book of Psalms breathe life into the human soul. The Holy Spirit-inspired pages of the psalter inspire hope, illuminate the mind, warm the affections, convict the heart, and move hands and feet to action. The Psalms: A Christ-Centered CommentaryContinue reading “The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary, vol. 1-4 – Christopher Ash”
The Biggest Story Family Devotional
Kevin DeYoung, ed. The Biggest Story Family Devotional (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 415 pp. Family worship is heralded as an important aspect of the Christian family. Yet, children are sometimes left behind in a cloud of theological “dust,” as grown-ups wax eloquent and share their deep insight. The Biggest Story Family Devotional is the perfectContinue reading “The Biggest Story Family Devotional”
Joyful Perseverance – Ajith Fernando
Ajith Fernando, Joyful Perseverance: Staying Fresh through the Ups and Downs of Ministry (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 161 pp. We live in troubling times. The economy is in shambles. Crime is up. People are hurting. Compromise is commonplace. The church is no exception. Any pastor who faithfully wields the Word of God every week andContinue reading “Joyful Perseverance – Ajith Fernando”
The Story of Katie Luther: The Nun Who Escaped to True Freedom
Gretchen Ronnevik, The Story of Katie Luther (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 142 pp. I am grateful for the new series by Crossway Books, Lives of Faith and Grace. The most recent installment by Gretchen Ronnevik is The Story of Katie Luther: The Nun Who Escaped to True Freedom. This series is designed for middle gradeContinue reading “The Story of Katie Luther: The Nun Who Escaped to True Freedom”
The Complete Works of John Owen, Sin and Temptation, vol. 15
John Owen, The Complete Works of John Owen, Sin and Temptation, vol. 15 (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 624 pp. God calls his people to stand guard; to be battle-ready. Abraham Kuyper helps us understand the importance of standing our ground in the fight against sin: “For when we realize that Satan is busy and atContinue reading “The Complete Works of John Owen, Sin and Temptation, vol. 15”
Daily Doctrine – Kevin DeYoung
Kevin DeYoung, Daily Doctrine (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 409 pp. I have been teaching systematic theology for over thirty years. It is always a joy to see men and women of God digging deeply into his Word. Kevin DeYoung’s book, Daily Doctrine is a solid tool that Christians can explore for a basic understanding ofContinue reading “Daily Doctrine – Kevin DeYoung”
The Story of Martin Luther: The Monk Who Changed the Worldd – Jared Kennedy
In the sixteenth century, a figure emerged who would change western Europe and proceed to impact the rest of the world. Jered Kennedy introduces this man in his book, Martin Luther: The Monk Who Changed the World. Kennedy wrote a book aimed at older children and teenagers, but it contains enough information to keep church historyContinue reading “The Story of Martin Luther: The Monk Who Changed the Worldd – Jared Kennedy”
When Christians Disagree – Tim Cooper
Tim Cooper, When Christians Disagree (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 167 pp. Scripture proclaims, “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (Psalm 133:1, ESV). Yet, too often, Christians are at each other’s throats and not only disobey their Lord; they miss out on the rich blessing of walking in unity. TimContinue reading “When Christians Disagree – Tim Cooper”
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