Everything rises or falls with leadership. In the local church, this kind of leadership begins with pastor/elders. As such, I believe that the fruitfulness of our churches is dependent upon men who exert strong, humble, and God-centered leadership. Godly leadership is informed by at least four critical assumptions: It must be anchored to the Bible. ItContinue reading “CHURCH ELDERS – Jeramie Rinne (2014)”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
THE GOSPEL: Recovering the Power That Made Christianity Revolutionary – J.D. Greear (2011)
J.D. Greear’s excellent book, The Gospel: Recovering the Power That Made Christianity Revolutionary is based on a simple prayer: “In Christ, there is nothing I can do that would make You love me more, and nothing I have done that makes You love me less.” “Your presence and approval are all I need for everlastingContinue reading “THE GOSPEL: Recovering the Power That Made Christianity Revolutionary – J.D. Greear (2011)”
EXPOSITIONAL PREACHING – David Helm (2014)
Some guys are telling stories from the comfort of a stool. Others are ranting about politics or psychology. Many are waxing eloquent about pop culture and exploring the benefits of modern technology. These well-intentioned fellows may hold an audience and they may attract a crowd. But one thing is for sure: they’re not preaching. DavidContinue reading “EXPOSITIONAL PREACHING – David Helm (2014)”
BLOOD WORK – Anthony Carter (2013)
I have an aversion to blood. A recent trip to the hospital to pray with a friend before surgery was a vivid reminder of my problem. My intent was to be strong for my friend; to be a source of encouragement. But as the nurse completed the IV, the “rock of strength” crumbled. But whenContinue reading “BLOOD WORK – Anthony Carter (2013)”
GOD’S LOVE: BETTER THAN UNCONDITIONAL – David Powlison (2001)
How many times have you uttered the words, “God’s love is unconditional?” Yet the term is strangely absent from Scripture. One might argue that other terms are absent as well, like “Trinity” and “hypostatic union.” Of course, the terms are missing but the truth of the Trinity and the hypostatic union are clearly taught.Continue reading “GOD’S LOVE: BETTER THAN UNCONDITIONAL – David Powlison (2001)”
WHAT IS BIBLICAL THEOLOGY? – James M. Hamilton Jr. (2014)
Biblical Theology is “interpretive perspective reflected in the way the biblical authors have presented their understanding of earlier Scripture, redemptive history, and the events they are describing, recounting, celebrating, or addressing in narratives, poems, proverbs, letters, and apocalypses.” So says, James Hamilton in his latest work, What is Biblical Theology? Hamilton is no stranger toContinue reading “WHAT IS BIBLICAL THEOLOGY? – James M. Hamilton Jr. (2014)”
The Conscience Of A Conservative For The 21st-Century
The reason that I am a Conservative can be summarized by three important influences: 1. The influence of my parents and grandparents. 2. The leadership of President Ronald Reagan which restored American exceptionalism. 3. The Conscience of a Conservative by Barry Goldwater The Conscience of a Conservative was written by Barry Goldwater in 1961. IContinue reading “The Conscience Of A Conservative For The 21st-Century”
The Real Concern About Heaven
Today, the movie Heaven is For Real hits the silver screen. The film is based on the popular book by Todd Burpo, a Wesleyan pastor from the great state of Nebraska. The book has experienced unparalleled success. It has sold over 8 million copies and does not appear to be losing any momentum. First published in 2010, HeavenContinue reading “The Real Concern About Heaven”
CALVIN ON THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Michael Horton (2014)
John Calvin is numbered among the maligned. He was a target in the 16th century and he continues to attract the attention of the uninformed today. Yet Calvin’s life was a pilgrimage characterized by God’s providential grace. It was God’s providential grace that led him from place to place, equipping him for a lifetime of ministry. Continue reading “CALVIN ON THE CHRISTIAN LIFE – Michael Horton (2014)”
WHAT’S YOUR WORLDVIEW – James N. Anderson (2013)
What’s Your Worldview: An Interactive Approach to Life’s Big Questions by James N. Anderson is a book that is altogether unique. Anderson presents his goals in advance: To help readers identify and clarify their worldview. To encourage readers to consider the big questions and think through the implications. To help readers understand the important implicationsContinue reading “WHAT’S YOUR WORLDVIEW – James N. Anderson (2013)”
Veritas et Lux 