Cracking the DaVinci Code
– Simon Cox. Barnes and Noble Books. This book is called the “Unauthorized Guide to the Facts Behind Dan Brown’s Bestselling Novel.” A simple A-Z format that separates fact from fiction. Only for the reader who is obsessed with this book and is dealing with it in a sermon series. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website,
A Jonathan Edwards Reader
– Edited by John E. Smith, Harry S. Stout, and Kenneth P. Minkema. Yale University Press. This paperback anthology includes selected treatises, sermons and autobiographical material from one of America’s greatest minds. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
A Great Gulf Fixed
Sermons on the Rich Man and Lazarus – Brownlow North. The Banner of Truth Trust. North lived from 1810-1875. These are sermons preached to thousands in Ulster. Titles include: Earthly Suffering Not Salvation; How the Beggar Became Rich; How the Rich Man Became Poor; The Poor Rich Man; He Prays; God the Only Hearer of
60 Simple Secrets Every Pastor Should Know
– Dave Stone. Rick Rusaw, Group. Divided into ten sections including: Everyday Life in the Church; The Minister’s Family; Pastoral Care; Preaching and Teaching; Reaching Out; Timesaving and Efficiency; Church Management; Leadership; Personal and Spiritual Growth and Professional Development. It is simple and practical and a good investment for a young pastor or someone preparing
Various Works By C.H. Spurgeon
– C.H. Spurgeon Recently I celebrated the privilege of preaching my 1000th sermon at Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Ga. This does not include Bible Studies, funerals, weddings, Wednesday Night Prayer Meetings or Leadership meetings. For this occasion, the church graciously gave me the entire set of Spurgeon’s Sermons, a total of 62 hardbound editions.
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