O Is For Outline

Ask the average preacher what he does all week and he will probably reply, “I work on my sermon outline.” When we are not being interrupted by other demands on our time, we study the Word, meditate on it and pray for the Lord to give us the message (or messages) we need for the […]

If We Were a Business

The church is the most unique institution on the face of the earth. It is a physical organization and a spiritual organism. It is the Body of Christ, not buildings, and budgets. There are times we try to make the church something that God never intended. Throughout history, man has tried to secularize the divine […]

By His Grace and For His Glory

 A Historical, Theological and Practical Study of the Doctrines of Grace in Baptist Life – Nettles and Tibi First written in 1986 and published by Baker books. If you are dealing with the Calvinist/ Arminian issue, this is probably a good book to keep in your library as a reference tool. Written from the Reformed […]

Confessing Jesus Christ

Preaching in a Postmodern World – David J. Lose. Eerdmans. An overview of postmodern thought and insights and how to address them in your preaching. The author explores the practical implications of a confessional homiletic for preaching and provides concrete methods for preparing sermons that meaningfully bridge biblical texts and contemporary congregations. The author is […]

Spirituality and Leadership

– Alan E. Nelson. NavPress. There are leaders and then there are spiritual leaders. This book defines what true spiritual leadership is and why it is vitally important. A good read after you have read J. Oswald Sanders, ‘Spiritual Leadership.’ 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up […]

The 21st Century Pastor

A vision based on the ministry of Paul – David Fisher. Zondervan. The author says, “Pastors who know what time it is will, in the name and power of God, create communities of faith where the values of the Gospel are embraced, taught and lived out.” The author takes an insightful look into Paul’s concept […]

The Reluctant Traveler

A Pilgrimage Through Loss and Recovery – Diane Dempsey Marr. NavPress. Not enough is written in a practical way to help those who are suffering loss in this style. This is a practical tool that someone can work through at their own pace. It can also be used for a support group tool in helping […]

The Samson Syndrome

– Mark Atteberry A highly recommended resource by the likes of Pat Williams, John Maxwell, Randy Alcorn and others. Very well written, practical and a must read for pastors 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors. […]

The Seven Conflicts

Resolving the Most Common Disagreements in Marriage – Tim and Joy Downs. Moody. The seven issues are: Security, Loyalty, Responsibility, Caring, Order, Openness and Connection. A great tool for a couples class or for a small cell group. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, […]

The Sword of the Prophet

Theology, Impact on the World, The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam – Srdja Trifkovic. Regina Orthodox Press. This is must reading. It is the unvarnished truth about the beginning and rise of Islam; the historical meaning of jihad and more. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up […]

Thinking For A Change

– John Maxwell. Warner. A few weeks ago, I was able to attend a two hour meeting with John where he gave an overview of the book. We hear a lot about change these days. This is a must read, practical resource to help you deal with, understand and use change positively. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an […]

Volume 03, Issue 10

May 15 U.S. astronaut Gordon Cooper flew 22 orbits around the Earth in the Atlas rocket, 1963. May 18 Congress passed the Tennessee Valley Act, establishing the Tennessee Valley Authority, a vast, government-run enterprise that would bring electric power to millions of southerners in previously undeveloped communities, 1933. May 19 In an effort to conquer […]

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