American people have the right and the freedom to criticize military movements in a foreign theater. This kind of deplorable behavior makes freedom loving Americans cringe – for the freedom to criticize is actually secured and maintained by the very soldiers “under the gun” of critique. In like manner, Christians have become quite adept atContinue reading “THE DARING MISSION OF WILLIAM TYNDALE – Steven J. Lawson (2015)”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
CALVINISM IN THE LAS VEGAS AIRPORT – Richard Mouw (2010)
I am a Calvinist. Since I paid a visit to the Las Vegas airport a few weeks ago, I felt compelled to read Richard Mouw’s book, Calvinism in the Las Vegas Airport. The author is interested, as the subtitle suggests, in “making connections in today’s world.” Mouw rightly notes that some Calvinists are stuck inContinue reading “CALVINISM IN THE LAS VEGAS AIRPORT – Richard Mouw (2010)”
Scary Close – Donald Miller
I admire Donald Miller. I admire his courage. I admire his tenacity. And I admire his ability to tell a story. Make no mistake – this guy can write! Admiring Don Miller, however, does not mean I agree with everything he believes. There’s a good deal I disagree with. Yet I appreciate his gifts andContinue reading “Scary Close – Donald Miller”
RUNNING SCARED – Edward T. Welch (2007)
Running Scared by Edward T. Welch is a book for all people. The author is quick to point out the struggle that people have with fear: Fear and worry run deep in us all. Fear and worry have meaning. They say something. Fear and worry say that the world is dangerous. Fear and worryContinue reading “RUNNING SCARED – Edward T. Welch (2007)”
OUR SOVEREIGN SAVIOR: THE ESSENCE OF THE REFORMED FAITH – Roger Nicole (2002)
Roger Nicole is a new name for many people in the church. But in the academy, he is a well-known name and one of the key defenders of the Reformed faith. Our Sovereign Savior: The Essence of the Reformed Faith is a collection of articles that explain and defend the primary tenets of the doctrines ofContinue reading “OUR SOVEREIGN SAVIOR: THE ESSENCE OF THE REFORMED FAITH – Roger Nicole (2002)”
IF I HAD LUNCH WITH C.S. LEWIS – Alistair McGrath (2014)
C.S. Lewis is widely trumpeted as one of the leading Christian thinkers and apologists of the 2oth century. His seminal works, Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain have equipped a new generation of Christ-followers. Creative works like The Great Divorce have stimulating the imaginations of thousands. And who could forget his landmark series, The Chronicles ofContinue reading “IF I HAD LUNCH WITH C.S. LEWIS – Alistair McGrath (2014)”
FINISHING OUR COURSE WITH JOY: Guidance From God For Engaging With Our Aging – J.I. Packer (2014)
Getting old is something everyone can relate to. But at eighty-eight years of age, J.I. Packer is uniquely qualified to share biblical principles that concern the subject of aging. Most people know that Dr. Packer is a first-rate theologian who has influenced untold thousands of people over the years. Packer shares his God-given gifts andContinue reading “FINISHING OUR COURSE WITH JOY: Guidance From God For Engaging With Our Aging – J.I. Packer (2014)”
THE PEACE WHICH CHRIST GIVES HIS TRUE FOLLOWERS – Jonathan Edwards (1750)
Imagine shepherding a congregation of people, only to find yourself expelled from the church. That is exactly what happened to Jonathan Edwards – America’s greatest intellectual. Within a month of his dismissal, Edwards pens a series of sermons – one of which is entitled The Peace Which Christ Gives His True Followers. The Text: John 14:27Continue reading “THE PEACE WHICH CHRIST GIVES HIS TRUE FOLLOWERS – Jonathan Edwards (1750)”
Walking With God Through Pain and Suffering – Timothy Keller (2013)
I have yet to meet a person who enjoys pain and suffering. Yet suffering is a part of the warp and woof of life. It is not a part of God’s original intent for creation. Since Adam’s first sin, pain and suffering have been an abnormal part of the cosmos. Suffering is an unwelcome guestContinue reading “Walking With God Through Pain and Suffering – Timothy Keller (2013)”
41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)
“Read my lips. No new taxes.” These are the words that enter the minds of most Americans when then think of President George H.W. Bush. It is an unfortunate turn of events that the President was placed in a position where a decision to raise taxes become a necessary compromise with Democrats. President George W.Continue reading “41: A PORTRAIT OF MY FATHER – George W. Bush (2014)”
Veritas et Lux 