Reformed Dogmatics by Herman Bavinck (1854-1921) is arranged like a standard systematic theology text and includes seven branches of theology overall. Bavinck was a seminal thinker in his day and deserves to be read in ours. The new abridged volume by Baker Academic is a welcome addition to the growing number of theological works inContinue reading “REFORMED DOGMATICS – Herman Bavinck”
Category Archives: Theology
WHAT IS EXPERIENTIAL CALVINISM? – Ian Hamilton (2015)
Each year, I put together a “top ten list,” books that have personally encouraged me; books that I would commend to others. It is unusual to include a booklet in such a list but after reading Ian Hamilton’s, What is Experiential Calvinism this book will certainly make the top ten list in 2015. Calvinism is quiteContinue reading “WHAT IS EXPERIENTIAL CALVINISM? – Ian Hamilton (2015)”
Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Christian Belief – John Frame (2013)
How does one review a systematic theology by one of the leading minds of the evangelical world? How does one summarize the thoughts of a 1,100-page book that towers with truth; a book that takes readers to the top of the theological mountain? Anyone who attempts to read and devour Systematic Theology by John FrameContinue reading “Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Christian Belief – John Frame (2013)”
LIVING IN THE GRIP OF RELENTLESS GRACE – Iain Duguid (2015)
John Newton said, “I am a great sinner and Christ is a great Savior.” He was touched and transformed by God’s grace, or as Newton put it in his famous hymn, “amazing grace.” Iain Duguid’s book, Living in the Grip of Relentless Grace draws readers into the drama that plays out in the Old Testament. Duguid highlightsContinue reading “LIVING IN THE GRIP OF RELENTLESS GRACE – Iain Duguid (2015)”
THE ETERNITY OF HELL TORMENTS – Jonathan Edwards (1739)
The doctrine of hell is under attack. The opposition to eternal punishment is more diverse than one might expect as unbelieving philosophers and some pastors in the emergent church seek to extinguish this doctrine once and for all. In the 18th century, people opposed hell as well. Yet it was taught with more faithfulness andContinue reading “THE ETERNITY OF HELL TORMENTS – Jonathan Edwards (1739)”
THE FLIP THAT FLOPPED: The Consequences of Doctrinal Compromise
President Obama promised to “fundamentally transform the United States of America.” He has in many respects delivered on that promise with the unveiling of the Affordable Health Care Act and a host of executive orders that are, in the final analysis, out of step with American values. But give credit where credit is due. TheContinue reading “THE FLIP THAT FLOPPED: The Consequences of Doctrinal Compromise”
Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller (2009)
Tim Keller has a special gift for digging below the surface. He applies his unique gift in the pulpit and in many of his books. In Counterfeit Gods, Dr. Keller tackles the thorny subject of idolatry. John Calvin put his finger on this pernicious sin in the 16th century when he said, “Every person is anContinue reading “Counterfeit Gods – Timothy Keller (2009)”
Did God Kill Jesus? – Tony Jones (2015)
It takes 234 pages for Tony Jones to answer the central question in his new book, Did God Kill Jesus? The author is a self-described “theological provocateur,” so the question posed in his book should not surprise anyone. The answer that emerges on page 234 is crystal clear: “No, God did not kill Jesus,” says Dr.Continue reading “Did God Kill Jesus? – Tony Jones (2015)”
RISK IS RIGHT – John Piper (2012)
The very notion of risk is a foreign subject to most Americans. Yet, an important aspect of the Christian life can be summed up in one word: risk. John Piper argues that risk is essential. The title of the book is Risk is Right: Better to Lose Your Life Than to Waste It. Readers familiar withContinue reading “RISK IS RIGHT – John Piper (2012)”
THE DARING MISSION OF WILLIAM TYNDALE – Steven J. Lawson (2015)
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)”
Veritas et Lux 