http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/ Preaching.com - Book Reviews en-us Copyright 2008 - Preaching.com Salem Publishing - RSS Generator rss@Preaching.com rss@Preaching.com Sun, 11 May 2008 11:38:29 GMT Sun, 11 May 2008 11:38:29 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/ http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/ http://media.salemwebnetwork.com/preaching/system/gr/preaching_logo_rss.gif 250 43 http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574866/ Stephen Chapin Garner, Getting Into Character: The Art of First-Person Narrative Preaching. Grand Rapids: Brazos Press, 2008. Paper, 142 pages. ISBN 978-1-58743-218-7 Mon, 05 May 2008 02:13:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574866/ Stephen Chapin Garner, Getting Into Character: The Art of First-Person Narrative Preaching. Grand Rapids: Brazos Press, 2008. Paper, 142 pages. ISBN 978-1-58743-218-7 http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574867/ Arthur H. DeKruyter with Quentin J. Schultze, The Suburban Church: Practical Advice for Authentic Ministry. Louisville: Westmionster John Knox Press, 2008. Paper, 148 pages. ISBN 978-0-664-23294-8 Mon, 05 May 2008 02:24:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574867/ Arthur H. DeKruyter with Quentin J. Schultze, The Suburban Church: Practical Advice for Authentic Ministry. Louisville: Westmionster John Knox Press, 2008. Paper, 148 pages. ISBN 978-0-664-23294-8 http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574868/ In Vintage Jesus (Crossway), Mark Driscoll and Gerry Breshears have provided a solid introduction to Jesus for non-theologians, particularly young adults who are simply curious or are early in their spiritual... Mon, 05 May 2008 02:31:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574868/ In Vintage Jesus (Crossway), Mark Driscoll and Gerry Breshears have provided a solid introduction to Jesus for non-theologians, particularly young adults who are simply curious or are early in their spiritual... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574869/ The final volume in the Ancient-Future series by the late Robert E. Webber, Ancient-Future Worship (Baker), has as its central theme the narrative nature of the Bible and the need to “allow God’s truthful... Mon, 05 May 2008 02:36:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574869/ The final volume in the Ancient-Future series by the late Robert E. Webber, Ancient-Future Worship (Baker), has as its central theme the narrative nature of the Bible and the need to “allow God’s truthful... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574562/ The hot book many are talking about is called The Shack (Windblown Media), and it's getting lots of attention, positive and negative. The book, by William P. Young, is a fictional account of a man's meeting... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:34:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574562/ The hot book many are talking about is called The Shack (Windblown Media), and it's getting lots of attention, positive and negative. The book, by William P. Young, is a fictional account of a man's meeting... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574566/ Rick Warren takes you to the Bible for answers to twelve of life's toughest questions. Drawing from the examples of different biblical characters who faced the same issues, Warren offers concise, practical... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:19:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574566/ Rick Warren takes you to the Bible for answers to twelve of life's toughest questions. Drawing from the examples of different biblical characters who faced the same issues, Warren offers concise, practical... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574571/ Dr. J. Alfred Smith has long been considered one of the most respected statesmen in the African-American church, and one of the most influential leaders in the contemporary church. For decades he has demonstrated... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:25:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11574571/ Dr. J. Alfred Smith has long been considered one of the most respected statesmen in the African-American church, and one of the most influential leaders in the contemporary church. For decades he has demonstrated... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571807/ Sometimes it seems there's a whole industry now producing books questioning Christian faith and biblical truth (often by citing later Gnostic writings as if they are on a par with the biblical canon).... Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:03:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571807/ Sometimes it seems there's a whole industry now producing books questioning Christian faith and biblical truth (often by citing later Gnostic writings as if they are on a par with the biblical canon).... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571808/ Some pastors read about churches that consist mostly of a single demographic category (like young suburban couples) and recognize their own churches (with a mix of generations from babies to seniors) are... Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:12:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571808/ Some pastors read about churches that consist mostly of a single demographic category (like young suburban couples) and recognize their own churches (with a mix of generations from babies to seniors) are... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571809/ In The God-Centered Life (Regent College), Josh Moody draws on the works of Jonathan Edwards to remind us the focus of a meaningful life is God, not ourselves. Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:15:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571809/ In The God-Centered Life (Regent College), Josh Moody draws on the works of Jonathan Edwards to remind us the focus of a meaningful life is God, not ourselves. http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571161/ In Getting into Character: The Art of First-Person Narrative Sermons (Brazos Press), pastor/playwright/actor Stephen Chapin Garner offers practical advice for preparing and presenting first-person narratives... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:18:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571161/ In Getting into Character: The Art of First-Person Narrative Sermons (Brazos Press), pastor/playwright/actor Stephen Chapin Garner offers practical advice for preparing and presenting first-person narratives... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571163/ Using multiple learning approaches, Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer help leaders further develop their gifts in Leadership Essentials (InterVarsity). Dealing with topics like character, vision, and specific... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:36:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571163/ Using multiple learning approaches, Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer help leaders further develop their gifts in Leadership Essentials (InterVarsity). Dealing with topics like character, vision, and specific... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571166/ With identity theft a growing problem, pastor Mike Breaux takes a creative turn with the topic in the book Identity Theft (Zondervan), discussing how we can reclaim the authentic person God created you... Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:59:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11571166/ With identity theft a growing problem, pastor Mike Breaux takes a creative turn with the topic in the book Identity Theft (Zondervan), discussing how we can reclaim the authentic person God created you... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570321/ It’s an election year, in case you’ve missed it, and that means more discussion about the relationship of religion and politics. In Faith in the Halls of Power (Oxford Univ Press), D. Michael Lindsay draws... Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:39:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570321/ It’s an election year, in case you’ve missed it, and that means more discussion about the relationship of religion and politics. In Faith in the Halls of Power (Oxford Univ Press), D. Michael Lindsay draws... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570318/ Putting Jesus in His Place: The Case for the Deity of Christ (Kregel) by Robert M. Bowman and J. Ed Komoszewski is a powerful argument for the divinity of Christ. In a day when the deity of Christ is regularly... Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:18:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570318/ Putting Jesus in His Place: The Case for the Deity of Christ (Kregel) by Robert M. Bowman and J. Ed Komoszewski is a powerful argument for the divinity of Christ. In a day when the deity of Christ is regularly... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570319/ In his book The Good Works Reader (Eerdmans), theologian Thomas Oden draws on the writers of the early Christian church (along with biblical writings) to explore the issue of works in the Christian life.... Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:29:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11570319/ In his book The Good Works Reader (Eerdmans), theologian Thomas Oden draws on the writers of the early Christian church (along with biblical writings) to explore the issue of works in the Christian life.... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569367/ Eternal Impact B&H Books) by Kenneth Hemphill offers a biblical analysis of the New Testament church. He discusses characteristics of kingdom-centered churches and giftedness among believers. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 07:21:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569367/ Eternal Impact B&H Books) by Kenneth Hemphill offers a biblical analysis of the New Testament church. He discusses characteristics of kingdom-centered churches and giftedness among believers. http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569366/ In Worshiping in the Small Membership Church (Abingdon), Robin Knowles Wallace discusses the unique challenges of leading worship in a smaller church, and offers practical counsel to those who serve in... Wed, 27 Feb 2008 07:19:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569366/ In Worshiping in the Small Membership Church (Abingdon), Robin Knowles Wallace discusses the unique challenges of leading worship in a smaller church, and offers practical counsel to those who serve in... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569365/ Understanding the cultural context of a biblical text is one of the key components in properly interpreting a text. Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes (IVP) by Kenneth E. Bailey is a wonderful resource... Wed, 27 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11569365/ Understanding the cultural context of a biblical text is one of the key components in properly interpreting a text. Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes (IVP) by Kenneth E. Bailey is a wonderful resource... http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11568842/ Another of our Contributing Editors, Calvin Miller, has written The Path of Celtic Prayer (InterVarsity Press). Miller seeks to offer “some aspects of Celtic spiritual practices as a springboard that might... Thu, 21 Feb 2008 03:19:00 GMT http://www.preaching.com/resources/book_reviews/11568842/ Another of our Contributing Editors, Calvin Miller, has written The Path of Celtic Prayer (InterVarsity Press). Miller seeks to offer “some aspects of Celtic spiritual practices as a springboard that might...