The Legacy of Jonathan Edwards
– D. G. Hart Jonathan Edwards was a leader in the Great Awakening, a brilliant scholar and one of the greatest minds in American history. This work is a collection of writings by 12 renowned scholars who examine the vision, theology and influence of this giant of American Protestantism. D. G. Hart, Sean Michael Lucas
Christian Liberty
– Rex M. Rogers Warren Wiersbe says this book is a ‘Bold analysis of both society and the evangelical church. This is must reading for all thinking Christians. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
The Joy of Preaching
– Phillips Brooks. Introduction by Warren Wiersbe, Kregel. Kregel has done pastors a great favor by reprinting this great classic. In Walking with the Giants, Warren Wiersbe said, “…ranks with the finest homiletical literature ever produced by any preacher of any denomination….A book every preacher ought to read once a year….” Phillips Brooks died in
The Man God Uses
– Oswald J. Smith Marshall, Morgan & Scott. A collection of message by this pastor that will encourage your heart. Other Books by J. Oswald Smith The Salvation of God. Ten Sermons that he preached in his city-wide campaigns. The Enduement of Power, messages on the Holy Spirit. The Passion for Souls, message on Revival
A Contemporary Handbook
– Malphurs and Willhite – editors, Kregel. A solid resource to have on your shelves as a pastor or minister called on to serve at these special moments in the life of your church family. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and
Great Quotations of the Twentieth Century
– Richard Bewe. Christian Focus Publications. Some of the best known quotes of the 20th century in one book. You’ll enjoy this and find quotes you can use in your sermons to explain why the Christian faith is a radical alternative to the post modern, pluralistic world in which we live. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online
Hold Nothing Back
Hold Nothing Back, How Sacrificial Obedience Leads to Intimacy with God – Alicia Williamson, New Hope Publishers. Alicia is a former member of TRUTH and is currently a recording artist, speaker at Women’s conferences and concert artist. After being healed of cervical cancer, she and her husband, Richard now have two ‘miracle’ children, Michael Chandler
Why Good People Do Bad Things
– Erwin W. Lutzer. Word. Lutzer is the Senior Pastor of the Moody Church in Chicago. His writings are practical and helpful for pastors and lay leaders. The chapter titles of this book include: The Challenge of Self-Discovery, Deceived and Loving It, The Path of Least Resistance, The Curse and Cure for Shame, The Roots
Things I Have Learned About Oklahoma
Armadillos sleep in the middle of the road with their feet in the air. There are 5,000 types of snakes and 4,998 live in Oklahoma. There are 10,000 types of spiders. All 10,000 live in Oklahoma, plus a couple no one’s seen before. Raccoons will test your crop of melons and let you know when
Worth Repeating
– Bob Kelly I’m a sucker for a great quote book and this is one I’m enjoying. Selections range from funny to profound. Every preacher should have a collection of quote books to season a sermon and drive home a point. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build
Leading Beyond the Walls
– Adam Hamilton Lyle Schaller calls this, ‘the best book I have ever read on how to be an effective parish pastor.’ Hamilton is the Senior Pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas. The church averages over six thousand in worship per weekend. A book written to help mainline churches
Where Churches Stand
The confirmation of the Episcopal Church’s first gay bishop makes it the first major Christian denomination to say that people in committed gay relationships are not barred from leadership. How other denominations stand on ordaining homosexuals, blessing same-sex unions and ordaining women: Denomination No. of Members(in millions) Ordain Openly Gay Clergy Bless Same-sex Unions Ordain