How Sermons Work does not stand on its own as a hermeneutics or homiletic guide for students. However, Murray’s work is a pleasant introduction and easy-access resource for laymen, experienced preachers, and elders.
All in Art
Book Review: NIV First-Century Study Bible
I am not a fan of study bibles, preferring full commentaries, but the FCSB is now on my short list of recommended resources. In a day and age where every theological tradition has a study Bibles, the FCSB brings back to life the original views of the early church and Jewish Rabbis in a resounding and edifying way.
While truth in the form of theology & philosophy is very helpful it is stories that ultimately grab us! In fact it is stories that grab us first as children before we even have the capacity to understand theological treatises. Christians should not shy away from stories but instead embrace them and learn to tell them better!
Book Review: The Mess Detectives and The Case of the Lost Temper
Entertaining and ideal for discussing self-control, The Case of the Lost Temper has been read multiple times in our home, with no end in sight!
Unfortunately, most of the time people hear or see the word "apocalypse" today they immediately associate it with some sort of catastrophic, end of the world, event that's portrayed in movies like I Am Legend or the forthcoming Left Behind movie. This is unfortunate considering the menial amount of work required to clarify such confusion.
The Reformers did not exhaust the fullness of justification. There is indeed a robustly corporate view of justification that the Reformers–rightly preoccupied with Romish theological abuse–simply did not address explicitly in the 16th century. In this sense, Wright needs to be read and listened to attentively.
Book Review: When God says it - He does it
Child tested and approved, appealingly illustrated, and encompassing the story of Christ as told through the prophets – I highly recommend When God says it – He does it!
Book Review: The Inspiration and Interpretation of Scripture by Michael Graves
The Inspiration and Interpretation of Scripture provides a refreshing looking at the Bible through the eyes of the early church. Graves has provided an outstanding and unintimidating introduction to the expansive and enjoyable world of inspiration and interpretation.
Book Review: Why Church History Matters by Robert Rea
Why Church History Matters is a good volume on the importance of studying church history. Its maximum exposure should be in the evangelical, Bible-centered churches filled with pastors and laymen without a sincere appreciation for church history.
Book Review: Goodnight, Ark by Laura Sassi
A night on the ark in the midst of a devastating flood might not seem like an ideal bedtime story. Parents should remember to distinguish this from the Biblical count and not have a haughty spirit towards this fun children’s book.
Book Review: Victory Through the Lamb by Mark Wilson
In conclusion, Victory Through the Lamb is a fascinating blend of eschatological/hermeneutical positions rarely seen together. For individuals beginning to question their Dispensational upbringing this effort by Mark Wilson will be an immensely helpful read. Individuals holding to an Amillennial or Postmillennial view will be unsatisfied with Wilson’s treatment of the resurrections in Revelation 20 (194).
Book Review: Christianity and Developmental Psychopathology (editors Kelly Flanagan & Sarah Hall)
In many ways, the persistent instruction and emphasis on child development supports and encourages the covenantal approach of Reformed theology. The consistent application of these psychological concepts to the themes of children as divine gifts, respected persons, and spiritual agents (9-10) should provide value to both clinicians and even courageous pastors and parents.
Book Review: George Müller by Joan Ripley Smith
“I have known my Lord for fifty-two years, and there has never been a single day that I have failed to get an audience with the King.” (116)
Book Review: Reading the Apostolic Fathers by Clayton Jefford
Apostolic Fathers is an outstanding resource for those interested in studying the early church fathers and their important documents. Despite being little more than an introduction, the outlines and evaluation of important imagery facilitate great progress for personal study.
Book Review: 1 Samuel For You by Tim Chester
In conclusion, 1 Samuel For You is outstanding. Laymen and pastors alike should own this small, easy to address resource while studying 1 Samuel.
Book Review: Jonah and the Great Big Fish
Jonah and the Great Big Fish passes the kiddo and adult test. It’s being added to a crowded bookshelf but it will never get read just once.
Book Review: NASB Skinii Bible
The NASB Skinii Bible provides one of the best English translations available in an attractive and accessible physical form. Though there are more inexpensive options, the Skinii Bible both looks and reads well. I expect this will become my go-to study and service Bible.