WM. Paul Young, Lies We Believe About God, New York: Atria Books, 2017, 273 pp. $13.48 Lies We Believe About God is the latest book from the author of The Shack, WM. Paul Young. The author originally penned The Shack at the request of his wife as a Christmas gift to his six children. FirstContinue reading “Unshackled: The god of WM. Paul Young”
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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”
Meet Generation Z (2017)
James Emery White, Meet Generation Z: Understanding and Reaching the New Post-Christian World, Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2017, 219 pp. $10.11 Most people are familiar with the respective generations which are generally designated as the Silent Generation (born 1928-1945), the Baby Boomers (born 1946-1964), Generation X (born 1965-1980), Older Millennials (born 1981-1989), and the YoungerContinue reading “Meet Generation Z (2017)”
Katharina & Martin (2017)
Michelle DeRusha, Katharina and Martin Luther: The Radical Marriage of a Runaway Nun and a Renegade Monk Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2017, 314 pp. $14.79 When Baker Publishing gave me an opportunity to read and review Katharina & Martin Luther by Michelle DeRusha, I hesitated. For almost twenty-five years, I have studied the life ofContinue reading “Katharina & Martin (2017)”
The Story of Reality (2017)
Gregory Koukl, The Story of Reality Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2017, 198 pp. $9.31 Reality is a subject that every person should be interested in. Reality stares us in the face each day and reminds us of the bare facts. Perhaps the most important reality to come to grips with is the Christian worldview. Gregory KouklContinue reading “The Story of Reality (2017)”
Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk
Eric C. Reymond, Bill Curtis, and Ken Fentress, Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Jonah, Micah, Nahum, and Habakkuk Nashville: B&H Publishing Group, 2016, 224 pp. $14.99 The Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary is a welcome addition to the growing number of resources which help explain the biblical text and apply the truth of God’s Word to readers.Continue reading “Christ-Centered Exposition: Exalting Jesus in Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk”
God the Son Incarnate – Stephen J. Wellum (2016)
Stephen J. Wellum, God the Son Incarnate Wheaton: Crossway, 2016, 496 pp, $40.00 God the Son Incarnate by Stephen J. Wellum is the latest installment in the Foundations of Evangelical Theology Series. This outstanding series, edited by John Feinberg was first introduced with the publication of No One Like Him back in 2001. The authorContinue reading “God the Son Incarnate – Stephen J. Wellum (2016)”
Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life (2016)
Jeff Wilser, Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life New York: Three Rivers Press, 2016, 314 pp. $11.55 The Founding Father’s were men of principle and courage. In Jeff Wilser’s book, Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life, he argues that Hamilton is the most underrated Founding Father. Indeed, Alexander Hamilton is likely the most qualified man to serveContinue reading “Alexander Hamilton’s Guide to Life (2016)”
The Joy Model (2016)
Jeff Spadafora, The Joy Model Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2016, 181 pp. $14.94 The Joy Model by Jeff Spadafora is a step-by-step resource that seeks to guide readers to lives that are filled with peace, purpose, and balance. The author contrasts his model with the frustration that many people experience. The basics of the joy modelContinue reading “The Joy Model (2016)”
Greek For Everyone – A. Chadwick Thornhill (2016)
A. Chadwick Thornhill, Greek For Everyone: Introductory Greek For Bible Study and Application Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2016, 251 pp. . $16.23 Greek for Everyone: Introductory Greek For Bible Study and Application by A. Chadwick Thornhill sets out to accomplish two lofty goals. 1) Laying a foundation for those who lack formal training in the biblicalContinue reading “Greek For Everyone – A. Chadwick Thornhill (2016)”
Veritas et Lux 