Battle Stations (Part 1)
The Parable of the Strong ManPart 1 When congregations at Christmastime sing, “Peace on Earth and mercy mild”, they are expressing only one aspect of the Christmas story. Our Lord’s birth at Bethlehem involved war as well as peace. It was part of an age long conflict between God and Satan, a war that was
The Key To Revival Is Leadership
BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS, the days of the Refresh Conference will be behind us. The conference may have ended, but the revival doesn’t have to. There will always be more fallow ground to break up, seeds to plant, and work to do. Revival may come in a moment, but revival is a process.
The Book of Your Life
If you were to come into my study at home, chances are, you would easily notice the spines from hundreds of neatly aligned and arranged books on the shelves. However, hidden inside the darkness of the hollow bookcases are the countless pages that I have earmarked in each book I have read. When I come
131 Christians Everyone Should Know
From the Editors of Christian History Magazine, Holman Reference. There are a number of books out with brief biographies on Christian leaders, missionaries, pastors and teachers. The ‘Giant’s’ series by Warren Wiersbe is one of the best. This new book is a good addition to your library. Often, in our busy lives, we don’t have
Commentary & Reference Survey
A Comprehensive Guide to Biblical and Theological Resources – John Glynn. Kregel. A fantastic and helpful resource for Bible students and those who don’t want to buy a book by its cover. The book is recommended by leaders from Wheaton, Southern Seminary and Dallas Theological Seminary. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe
Daniel, Making the Right Choices
– Ed Dobson. Revell. This is a devotional commentary and a study of the life of one of the Old Testament prophets. Practical, insightful, and often laced with humor. A good addition to your Old Testament library. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek
Greek for the Rest of Us
– William Mounce. Zondervan. This is a ‘crash course’ in baby Greek that will give you basics and essentials to deepen your understanding of the Bible. The book is divided in six section and is very practical. It also includes a CD-Rom featuring the authors teachings on Bible Study. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started
Jesus Driven Ministry
– Ajith Fernando. Crossway. Recommended by leaders like Ravi Zacharias, John Piper, Robert Coleman, Kent Hughes and others. The author believes the reason for burnout, moral failures and discouragement is that ministers have neglected the basics of the faith. The author wants us to live as biblical men and women. A solid, basic book on
Lady of Arlington
The Life of Mrs. Robert E. Lee – John Perry Much has been written about the Confederate General Robert E. Lee and his faith but only recently have you been able to find a biography of his wife. Mary Custis Lee was the Great-Granddaughter of Martha Washington. Although in poor health much of her life,
Let Us Give
Scriptural Reflections for Introducing Offerings – Arthur E. Ball Ball has done us all a favor by writing this book. Every pastor knows it is difficult to come up with creative thoughts and words to encourage at the time of the offering without sounding like you are begging for money. The author has given us
Lord Jesus Christ
Devotion of Jesus in Earliest Christianity – Larry W. Hurtado. Eerdmans. At over 700 pages, this one is not for casual readers. This is more academic. The author examines the historical place of Jesus in the development of the Christian community until the end of the second century. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by
More Than A Prophet
An Insider’s Response to Muslim Belief’s About Jesus and Christianity – Emir Fethi and Ergun Mehmet Caner Must reading for those who are trying to help their people understand the difference between Muslims and Christians. In a day of tolerance, we must not forget there is only one way to God. The book answers over