David Gibson & Jonathan Gibson, Ed., Ruined Sinners to Reclaim (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 998 pp. In 2013, Crossway Books published From Heaven He Came and Sought Her: Definite Atonement in Historical, Biblical, Theological, and Pastoral Perspective edited by David Gibson and Jonathan Gibson. This formidable work was widely received and eventually became the firstContinue reading “Ruined Sinners to Reclaim – David & Jonathan Gibson, ed.”
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The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment – Thomas R. Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner, The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 145 pp. Justice is a hot topic in our world. Distinguishing between that which is just and unjust touches at the core of humanity. Of even greater importance, however is the justice of God. ThomasContinue reading “The Justice & Goodness of God: A Biblical case for the Final Judgment – Thomas R. Schreiner”
Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit – R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix
R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix, Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 148 pp. Shepherding the people of God is a multi-faceted task. Pastors are called upon to lead, feed, love, and protect the people of God. R. Scott Pace and Jim Shahddix understand this weighty responsibility and haveContinue reading “Expositional Leadership: Shepherding God’s People From the Pulpit – R. Scott Pace & Jim Shaddix”
Predestination: An Introduction – Andrew David Nasseli
Andrew David Nasseli, Predestination: An Introduction (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 240 pp. The Bible says that God chose some people in eternity past (Eph. 1:3-4; 1 Tim. 1:9; 1 Pet. 1:1-2). Many Scriptures build a strong case for the doctrine of predestination. Yet many people struggle with the important doctrine. In his book Predestination: AnContinue reading “Predestination: An Introduction – Andrew David Nasseli”
The Pastor as Leader – John Currie
John Currie, The Pastor as Leader (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 220 pp. Pastoral ministry is a grind. Ask any pastor and he will tell you about long weeks, challenging scenarios, critical congregants, and a plethora of problems that occur on a regular basis. Pastors are often lulled into succumbing to the tyranny of the urgent.Continue reading “The Pastor as Leader – John Currie”
Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World – Thomas Schreiner
Thomas R. Schreiner, Covenant and God’s Purpose For the World, Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2017, 136 pp. $9.97 Biblical theology is the discipline that reveals the storyline of Scripture. It looks at the big picture, which begins at creation and culminates with the new earth, where God makes all things new. “The purpose of biblical theology,” accordingContinue reading “Covenant and God’s Purpose for the World – Thomas Schreiner”
Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe
Voddie Baucham, Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe (Washington D.C.: Salem Books, 2021), 251 pp. Trouble has been brewing for some while now. Social justice warriors have taken to the streets, courtroom, and universities. Most recently, social justice has penetrated the church walls. While many applaud the social justice movement, includingContinue reading “Fault Lines: The Social Justice Movement and Evangelicalism’s Looming Catastrophe”
A History of Western Philosophy and Theology – John Frame
The Word of God is emphatic about our role as we enter the marketplace of ideas. The apostle Paul sounds the warning in Colossians 2:8 – “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not accordingContinue reading “A History of Western Philosophy and Theology – John Frame”
The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation – Kevin DeYoung
Kevin DeYoung, The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 29 pp. Christians all share a common goal of reaching the next generation for Jesus Christ. Youth pastors are especially interested in seeing young people who are aflame for the Lord. Much of the literature that addresses discipleship and evangelism isContinue reading “The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation – Kevin DeYoung”
Truth Unhinged in Edinburgh Square
My wife and I recently spent five days in Edinburgh, Scotland. While there is much to commend in this very beautiful city, it did not take long to realize that God is no longer welcome for many of the inhabitants there. On the last evening in Edinburgh, I watched a young street preacher proclaiming theContinue reading “Truth Unhinged in Edinburgh Square”
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