Mark Levin’s book, Liberty and Tyranny made quite a splash when it was originally published in 2009. Even though the book is a bit dated now, I think it’s relevance is even greater now that President Obama’s failed policies have taken root. The rotten fruit of liberalism litters the American landscape – conservatives are facedContinue reading “LIBERTY AND TYRANNY: A Conservative Manifesto – Mark Levin (2009)”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
JESUS CONTINUED – J.D. Greear (2014)
Jesus Continued by J.D. Greear is a book about the Holy Spirit. The subtitle is a better description about the big idea in Greear’s book – “Why the Spirit Inside You is Better Than Jesus Beside You.” If nothing else, the subtitle is bound to prompt discussion about the role of the Holy Spirit. Ultimately,Continue reading “JESUS CONTINUED – J.D. Greear (2014)”
ROSE GUIDE TO END-TIMES PROPHECY – Timothy Paul Jones (2011)
Rose-Guide to End-Times Prophecy by Timothy Paul Jones is a terrific overview of eschatology designed for beginning Bible students. The author provides a fairly comprehensive look at the four major eschatological views – Amillennialism, Postmillennialism, Dispensational Premillennialism, and Historical Premillennialism. Each position is spelled out in a fair manner – an unusual approach.
TAKING GOD AT HIS WORD – Kevin DeYoung (2014)
Taking God at His Word by Kevin DeYoung is yet another reminder that Mr. DeYoung is for real. He consistently churns out books which are readable and practical. But more importantly, DeYoung writes books which are biblical. His newest book is no exception. The subtitle of DeYoung’s work accurately describes the essence of the book: “WhyContinue reading “TAKING GOD AT HIS WORD – Kevin DeYoung (2014)”
Hand in HAND – Randy Alcorn (2014)
The debate over the sovereignty of God and the free will of man originally heated up between Augustine of Hippo and Pelagius in the 4th century. This debate has raged throughout church history and does not show any signs of letting up. Arminians accuse Calvinists of serving a “tyrant God” who plays the role ofContinue reading “Hand in HAND – Randy Alcorn (2014)”
STORM – Jim Cymbala (2014)
Jim Cymbala has a warning for the church. The warning is an urgent plea. The warning is for every Christian. Cymbala is afraid that the influence of the church is on the decline in America. Biblical competency is at an all-time low. Pastors are leaving the ministry. Young people are jettisoning the Christian faith. TrinketsContinue reading “STORM – Jim Cymbala (2014)”
THE TRINITARIAN DEVOTION OF JOHN OWEN – Sinclair Ferguson (2014)
The Trinitarian Devotion of John Owen by Dr. Sinclair Ferguson is the latest installment in the Long Line of Godly Men Profile Series, edited by Dr. Steven Lawson. Ferguson presents a readable introduction to the most well-known Puritan, John Owen. The book includes five chapters which overview Owen’s life and theological commitments. Chapter one focuses on his lifeContinue reading “THE TRINITARIAN DEVOTION OF JOHN OWEN – Sinclair Ferguson (2014)”
THE MANNER IN WHICH THE SALVATION OF THE SOUL IS TO BE SOUGHT – Jonathan Edwards (1740)
Jonathan Edwards presents his doctrine at the front end of the sermon: We should be willing to engage in and go through undertakings, in order to our own salvation. Noah, in this case is the exemplar. As Noah obeyed when God commanded him to build the ark, so we too, should go through “great undertakings, inContinue reading “THE MANNER IN WHICH THE SALVATION OF THE SOUL IS TO BE SOUGHT – Jonathan Edwards (1740)”
EDWARDS ON THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Dane Ortlund (2014)
Edwards on the Christian Life by Dane C. Ortlund attempts to summarize the theology of Jonathan Edwards and pays special attention to his remarks on the Christian life. For Edwards, living the Christian life is about “enjoying and reflecting the beauty of God.” The author successfully achieves his goal by directing readers to twelve questionsContinue reading “EDWARDS ON THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Dane Ortlund (2014)”
GOSPEL-POWERED HUMILITY – William P. Farley (2011)
Gospel-Powered Humility by William Farley is a supercharged powder-keg for radical, God-centered Christian living. There is much to commend in this little treasure. A simple review will not do it justice. Part one overviews the problem which faces every human being. That problem is identified as a soul-numbing sin – the sin of pride. Of course,Continue reading “GOSPEL-POWERED HUMILITY – William P. Farley (2011)”
Veritas et Lux 