Evangelical Truth
– John Stott. InterVarsity Press. Stott, who is a leader among evangelicals talks about revelation, the cross and the work of the Holy Spirit. He writes to bring us to common ground on truth. Stott asks, “While holding with a good conscience whatever our particular understanding of the evangelical faith may be, is it not
Daughters of the Church
– Ruth A Tucker, Walter Liefeld Daughters of the Church is a fascinating history of women in the church, starting with the Book of Acts and coming up to our present day. Ruth A Tucker and Walter Liefeld are the authors and Zondervan is the publisher. This is a scholarly work with popular appeal, and
Authentic Christianity
– From the Writings of John Stott. InterVarsity Press. An anthology of the best from Stott’s writings. Great quotes and food for thoughts for sermons. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
A Better Way
Rediscovering the Drama of God-Centered Worship – Michael Horton. Baker Books. The author digs below the surface of today’s worship wars to rediscover the biblical and theological foundations for a Christian who desires to understand worship. J. I. Packer says, “Horton’s enlivening wisdom is surely a godsend to all evangelicals.” 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website,
Book Notices
At some point, you might be interested in preaching a series on the Miracles of Christ. If so, here are a few books on our shelves that might be helpful. All the Miracles of the Bible, Herbert Lockyer, Zondervan Publishing. The Miracles of Jesus, Leslie B. Flynn, Victor Books. Augustine said, “Miracles have a tongue
Imago Christi
The Example of Jesus Christ – James Stalker. Hodder & Stoughton. In 1889, the author wrote, “I have written this guide to the imitation of Christ, and I send it forth with the earnest hope that they may be able to find in it, in some degree, the authentic features of the image of the
Light From Many Lamps
– Lillian Eichler Watson. Simon and Schuster. This is a classic book with selections on topics ranging from Happiness, Faith, Courage, Confidence, Self-Discipline, Relationship to Others, Peace of Heart & Mind, Love & Family Life, Contentment in Later Years and Hope for the Future. These selections are gleaned from the world’s most inspiring thoughts and
Positive Preaching and the Modern Mind
– P.T. Forsyth. Eerdmans. Forsyth discusses the most influential of ‘modern’ philosophies and scientific theories, showing how they supplement the truth of the Gospel, that the reality so eagerly sought can be found only in the Cross of Christ, and ministers of the Word of God must orient their preaching to the ethical demands of
The Burden of the Lord
– Ian McPherson. Abingdon Press. Written in an intense style, the author spends four chapters revealing what he believes to be the basic divisions of the art of preaching. He explores the problems involved in preparation. His four chapters are titled: The Burden, The Man, The Craft and The Encounter. He discusses how to choose
Variety in Your Preaching
– F. D.. Whitsell, L. M. Perry. Revell. The chapters are organized and written to train men to preach more articulately and more convincingly. The philosophy of this book is that Biblical preaching should be characterized by a wholesome variety which utilizes all the current rhetorical and homiletical possibilities to the maximum. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an
African American Leaders Respond to an American Tragedy
Edited by Martha Simmons and Frank A. Thomas. Judson Press. Much has been said about September 11, 2001 by mainstream America. Now, African American church leaders interpret the tragedy from a variety of compelling perspectives. From provocative messages to powerful prayers, these writings reverberate with many of the emotions felt throughout the country. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is
Biographical Preaching
Bringing Bible Characters to Life – Larry Overstreet. Kregel. A book that approaches biographical preaching with exegetical integrity – something of a lost art. The author provides a workable method to determine the principles that directed the particular character. Also included: the philosophy and value of biographical preaching, the method and mechanics of biographical preaching,