The Kingdom-Focused Church
Rick Warren has reminded us (and booksellers across America!) of the importance of purpose. In The Kingdom-Focused Church (Broadman & Holman), Gene Mims reminds us that the purpose of the church is to serve the Kingdom of God - to be...
Proclaim The Wonder
Proclaim The Wonder (Baker Books) by Scott E. Hoezee is subtitled "Engaging Science on Sunday". Hoezee is a student of both science and the church, and believes preachers should understand and utilize scientific truth in their proclamation of the gospel....
Enter Every Trembling Heart: Prayers For Christian Worship
As I grow older, I find myself drawing more and more insight from reading the prayers of others. John Killinger is an old friend with whom I disagree on many points of theology, but I was blessed by reading his new book Enter Every Trembling Heart: Prayers For Christian Worship...
Keeping The Faith: Best Indiana Sermons
It's always good to see publishers invest in books of sermons, and a small regional press has come you with an interesting approach. Guild press has published Keeping The Faith: Best Indiana Sermons. Church leaders were invited to nominate sermons, and the...
Not Even A Hint: Guarding Your Heart Against Lust
In Not Even A Hint: Guarding Your Heart Against Lust (Multnomah), pastor Joshua Harris says that "lust may be the defining struggle for this generation." In this candid and helpful book, he points out that, "Lust goes beyond attraction, and appreciation of beauty, or...
Why I Am A Christian
John Stott is known around the globe as a Christian preacher, author and statesman. In his new book Why I Am A Christian (InterVarsity Press), Stott provides a solid and understandable case for Christian faith. The book grew out of a series of sermons...
And The Word Became A Sermon
And The Word Became A Sermon (Christian Focus Publications) by Derek Newton is subtitled "A Practical Guide to Biblical Expository Preaching." Newton writes with the practical focus of one who has served on the mission field for more than 20 years. He...
A Primer For Pastors: A Handbook for Strengthening Ministry Skills
Austin Tucker's new book A Primer For Pastors: A Handbook for Strengthening Ministry Skills (Kregel) does exactly what the title implies: offers a survey of ministry issues and concerns for those new to ministry or preparing to enter ministry. From preaching to...