Gods And Generals
I’m sure you know that I’m a Civil War buff. I minored in history in college with an emphasis in Civil War history. More than the battles, I’m fascinated by the people – their character, commitment to a cause (on both sides), their faith and their leadership skills. I probably own over one hundred books
Predestination: God’s Plan for His Own
God has made this universe to operate a day at a time. And you and I are supposed to live a day at a time. God’s promise is “As thy days, so shall thy strength be” (Deut. 33:25). You and I are able to live a day at a time because of the fact that
The Set of the Sail
– A. W. Tozer. Christian Publications. A collection of previously unpublished editorials from The Alliance Witness, selected by Harry Verploegh. If you have never read Tozer-what are you waiting for? Thirty minutes spent in a Tozer essay is often better than a week at a Bible conference. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren
Lessons Learned In A Building Program (Part 1)
Two years ago last month, we completed a 10.6 million dollar building program at Sherwood. It was exhausting but a positive experience. Most pastors leave right after a building program. I’m not sure why, but I understand it. Going through the process, you spend a lot of time and energy. Unfortunately, you don’t always get
Theology in Turmoil
– Alan Sell. Baker Books. This is a valuable contribution to the conservative-liberal debate. It helps the reader understand the real roots of the debate (younger pastors, take note) and what the “fruits” are in the church today. Liberalism is not dead, and the growing minister must keep ahead of the enemy. The bibliography found
The Rise of Babylon
Inside the Mind of the Iraqi Dictator – Charles H. Dyer How new satellite images reveal what’s really behind the Mideast menace, Charles H. Dyer, Moody. A newly updated edition that reveals in the decade following the Gulf War, Saddam Hussein has maintained his momentum in restoring the lost city of Babylon to its ancient
Doublemindedness and a Whole Heart
Written by: Joe McKeever In his book “Not the Way it’s Supposed to Be,” Cornelius Plantinga, Jr., tells of a Wall Street Journal editorial from December 12, 1991, recounting a number of public sex scandals: Anita Hill’s charges of sexual abuse from Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas, Magic Johnson’s admission that his HIV infection was
New Doors in Ministry to Women
A Fresh Model for Transforming Your Church, Campus, or Mission Field – S. Edward & K. Mathews. Kregel. Vickie Kraft says, “This book is a valuable resource for anyone involved in women’s ministries….It is an essential ministry tool for communicating the Word of God and building life-sustaining relationships.”Kregel. Vickie Kraft says, “This book is a
The Rapture…
– Archer, Feinberg, Moo & Reiter A similar approach is taken by Gleason Archer, Paul Feinberg, Douglas Moo and Richard Reiter in The Rapture-Pre-, Mid- or Post-Tribulational (Zondervan “Academie” series). When four capable scholars tackle this issue-and each other-you are in for a delightful experience of learning and growing. You may not change your mind,
Church
An Insider’s Look at How We Do It – John G. Stackhouse, Jr. Baker. The author is a contributing editor for both Christianity Today and Books & Culture. He is Professor of theology and culture at Regent College. This is a candid, insightful book that deals with many aspects of church life. It’s an insider’s
The Person of Christ
– David F. Wells. Crossway. In 200 pages, Dr. Wells deals adequately with three aspects of Christology: the biblical foundations, the historical development and the modern interpretation. You need not agree with all of the author’s conclusions to benefit from reading the book, but do stretch your mind and consider what he writes. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is
Through His Spirit
The Person and Unique Work of the Holy – J. Vernon McGee. Thomas Nelson. Although Dr. McGee died in 1988, he is still heard by way of tape on hundreds of radio stations around the country. He is best known for his ‘Thru the Bible’ radio programs, which are still broadcast in over ninety languages.