American Families in Crisis
• Between 1960 and 1999, the percentage of out-of-wedlock births increased 523 percent.• Between 1960 and 1999 the number of cohabiting couples increased from 439,000 in 1960 to 4.24 million in 1998 – an almost tenfold increase!• An average of 3,751 families end in divorce each day of the year.• More marriages are now terminated
The Supremacy of God in Preaching
– John Piper. Baker. Warren Wiersbe says this book, “Calls us back to a biblical standard for preaching, a standard exemplified by many of the pulpit giants of the past, especially Jonathan Edwards and Charles Spurgeon.” Also recommended by pastors and teachers like Erwin Lutzer, Haddon Robinson, Bryan Chapell and others. This is a revised
The Five Points of Calvinism
– Edwin H. Palmer. Baker Books. This book is a reprint of a 1972 book which has been enlarged with a study guide included. The format of the book is easy to follow for those who are interested in looking at the basic teaching of John Calvin. Readers will disagree with some points along the
Prophetic Untimeliness
A Challenge to the Idol of Relevance – Os Guinness. Baker. Simply put, must reading. A small but penetrating book about so much that is wrong in how we are failing as believers in this culture. This book should be read by every pastor, parent and educator. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren
Paul’s Letter to the Romans
– Ben Witherington, III. Eerdmans. Continuing his series of highly regarded and innovative socio-rhetorical commentaries on the New Testament, Ben Witherington now tackles Romans, perhaps the most profound – and difficult – book of the New Testament. Interacting with recent treatments of this Pauline letter and with ancient Christian commentators, Witherington shows that the interpretation
It’s All in How You Tell It
Preaching First-Person Expository Messages Haddon Robinson, Torrey Robinson. Baker. One person says this book is important for those who want to connect to the media-saturated culture that communicates its stories. A good read for the new or experienced pastor/ preacher. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up
A Treasury of Great Christian Stories
A Treasury of Great Christian Stories – Stephen Fortosi. Edited by Stephen Fortosis. Baker. This book is a collection of thirty-eight stories that have been condensed for your reading enjoyment. A great gift book and one that may spark your interest or provide a good illustration or two. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by
A Primer For Pastors
A Handbook for Strengthening Ministry Skills – Austin B. Tucker. Kregel. Recommended by leaders such as Haddon Robinson, Wayne McDill and Michael Duduit. Chapter titles include: Your First Pastorate; The Pastor Among His People; Pastoral Care and Counseling; The Pastor’s Pulpit Ministry; Problem-Solving Preaching; Pastoral Leadership; Conflict Management; Weddings and Funerals; Ministerial Ethics; The Bivocational
A Concise History of the Crusades
– Thomas F. Madden. Roman & Littlefield. None of us have the time to read much on the Crusades so this book should come as a helpful tool to those who want to know the history and thoughts behind the Crusades. In light of the conflicts between Muslims and Christians, this book gives us insight
Thou Art…Thou Shalt Be
One of the most watched movies of all-time is the children’s favorite, “The Wizard of Oz.” I doubt if there is a child out of the last 4 generations that has missed seeing it. Isn’t it amazing how the characters have maintained their youth? Their story is still as relevant today as it was when
Dads
Father’s Day is this Sunday. When God established the home, He intended for fathers to be the Spiritual leaders. That does not mean the father is a dictator or perfect. It means he leads his family by example. I am grateful for my dad. Although he is a quiet man, he has taught me much
Diversity (Continued)
(taken from Building Christian Unity, pg. 22-26) Diversity releases the grace of God. In Ephesians 4:7-10 Paul gave a picture of our Lord Jesus Christ’s having won the victory, ascending back to heaven and giving gifts to those who believe in Him. This is based on Psalm 68:18. Psalm 68 is a victory psalm. As