The Puritan, John Winthrop spoke of America as “the city on a hill” as he gazed upon the shores of his new home from the confines of his ship, the Arbella. President Ronald Reagan inspired freedom lovers around the world as he too spoke in glowing terms of this “city on a hill.” Winthrop and ReaganContinue reading “Democracy: Stories from the Long Road to Freedom – Condoleezza Rice (2017)”
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No Final Conflict – Francis Schaeffer (1975)
“It is my conviction that the crucial area of discussion for evangelicalism in the next years will be Scripture. At stake is whether evangelicalism will remain evangelical.” So stated Francis Schaeffer in his 1975 landmine, No Final Conflict. While this treasure was penned nearly thirty years ago, it remains relevant and applicable to 21st-century culture. […]
He is There and He is Not Silent- Francis Schaeffer (1972)
I first read He is There and He is Not Silent by Francis Schaeffer in 1992. Multiple readings have ensued and I turn back to Schaeffer’s book again and again for help with apologetics. Schaeffer argues for three basic areas of philosophical thought: metaphysics (being or existence), morals (the dilemma of man), and epistemology (the […]
Forensic Faith
He is an experienced cold-case detective and he is a committed follower of Jesus Christ. J. Warner Wallace brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in his new book, Forensic Faith. The book is apologetic in nature but is laced with evangelistic fervor. Several features mark Forensic Faith and make it a beneficial resource toContinue reading “Forensic Faith”
Two Contents, Two Realities – Francis Schaeffer (1974)
Sometimes the best things come in small packages. Case in point: Two Contents, Two Realities by Francis Schaeffer. To call it a booklet would be inaccurate. To call it a pamphlet would be insulting. The worst accusation one could hurl at this work is irrelevant or outdated. Originally published in 1974 as a position paper that […]
We Stood Upon the Stars
Roger W. Thompson, We Stood Upon Stars, Waterbrook Books, 2017, 222 pp. $10.33 Finding God in lost places is the reoccurring theme in Roger W. Thompson’s book, We Stood Upon Stars. Thompson uses his storytelling skills and love of the outdoors in this fascinating account of a real-life adventure seeker. Thompson invites readers to joinContinue reading “We Stood Upon the Stars”
The Imperfect Disciple
Jared C. Wilson, The Imperfect Disciple: Grace for People Who Can’t Get Their Act Together, Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2017, 233 pp. $13.21 I have a large section of books in my library devoted to the topic of discipleship and Christian living. I also have a much smaller section of books devoted to discipleship andContinue reading “The Imperfect Disciple”
Simple Church (2006)
It’s been several years since I first read Simple Church by Thom Rainer and Eric Geiger. The second time through was a good refresher as the authors remind readers about the importance of returning to “God’s process for making disciples.” Simple Church argues that healthy churches have a simple plan for making disciples. Four key words describeContinue reading “Simple Church (2006)”
Gospel-Centered Teaching
Gospel-Centered Teaching by Trevin Wax is a practical book that admonishes readers to put Jesus at the center of every lesson and sermon. Indeed, Spurgeon’s plea in the 19th century to preach the text and then “make a bee-line to the cross” is at the core of this work. The author adds, “Unless you understand theContinue reading “Gospel-Centered Teaching”
Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – N.D. Wilson
N.D. Wilson, Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl, Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2009, 197 pp. $7.13 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, theContinue reading “Notes From the Tilt-A-Whirl – N.D. Wilson”
Veritas et Lux 