It’s been almost twenty-five years since I first read The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. Since then, many of the principles that Covey explores have been a part of the fabric of my life. A few years back, I had the opportunity to read David Allen’s best selling book, Getting Things Done.Continue reading “Personal Productivity Unleashed With God-Centered Resolve”
Category Archives: BOOK REVIEWS
REDEFINING LEADERSHIP – Joseph Stowell (2014)
Leaders understand the true nature of the task before them. But true leadership must be redefined, according to Joseph Stowell. His newest book, Redefining Leadership seeks to draw leaders to a “character driven leadership experience that will produce maximum outcomes.” Stowell presents two distinctly different kinds of leaders: Outcome leaders and character-driven leaders. The former are referredContinue reading “REDEFINING LEADERSHIP – Joseph Stowell (2014)”
CHURCH ELDERS – Jeramie Rinne (2014)
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)”
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”
Veritas et Lux 